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Cheap bus tickets from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre
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Bus from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre. Traveling by bus from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre usually takes around 41 minutes, but the fastest Martz bus can make the trip in 14 minutes.
- Distance
- 16 mi (26 km)
- Shortest duration
- 14m
- Cheapest price
- €10.08
- Trips per day
- 3
- Most frequent service
- Martz
- Bus lines
- 3
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Scranton to Wilkes-Barre Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre:
- Fullington Trailways: 1 daily buses from €10
- Fullington Trailways: 1 daily buses from €10
- Martz: 11 daily buses from €13
How much is a bus ticket from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre?
Bus tickets for a trip from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre cost €10.61 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from €10 to €17. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on October 10, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Wilkes-Barre this week, bus tickets are available starting at €10.
Average bus ticket prices from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre by month
Traveling from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around €14 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 8 days in advance. This way, you can save up to €8.19 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre?
There are 3 bus lines from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 11 daily trips, Martz usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fullington Trailways | 1 | 45m | €10.64 |
| Fullington Trailways | 1 | 45m | €10.50 |
| Martz | 11 | 32m | €16.83 |
Book Fullington Trailways from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre from €10.08. Typically there is one Fullington Trailways schedule per day from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre and you can expect on average to pay €10.64 for a Fullington Trailways ticket to Wilkes-Barre. In Scranton, Fullington Trailways departs to Wilkes-Barre from Lackawanna Transit Center. In Wilkes-Barre, Fullington Trailways arrives at Martz Bus Terminal.
An average trip on Fullington Trailways from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre takes 0 hours and 45 minutes.
On weekends, Fullington Trailways offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay €10.08 for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Wilkes-Barre.
Originally founded in 1908, Fullington Trailways is one of the oldest transportation companies in the United States. Today, it's one of the leading intercity bus carriers within the Trailways network and provides cheap, reliable bus service to several metropolitan destinations, including New York City and Philadelphia. All coaches are equipped with clean restrooms, and Fullington Trailways earned a 2022 Wanderu Passengers' Choice Award for their helpful crew.
Book Martz from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre from €13.43. There are 11 trips per day offered by Martz from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre and you can expect on average to pay €16.83 for a Martz ticket to Wilkes-Barre. In Scranton, Martz departs to Wilkes-Barre from Lackawanna Transit Center Parking Lot. In Wilkes-Barre, Martz arrives at Wilkes-Barre and one other station.
An average trip on Martz from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre takes 0 hours and 32 minutes, while the fastest available Martz trip will get you to Wilkes-Barre in 0 hours and 14 minutes.
On weekends, Martz offers 9 trips per day. A one way ticket costs €13.43 for a weekend trip to Wilkes-Barre.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre without transferring.
Trips per day
3
Direct trips
3
The bus takes an average of 41 minutes to cover the 16 miles from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre. However, the fastest bus only takes 14 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
16
Distance (km)
26
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:40pm. To see the times for all buses from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
6:00am
Latest bus
9:40pm
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
Most crowded
Friday
Least crowded
Thursday
City Information
Scranton
You might know Scranton from the award-winning documentary that took place there, The Office. But Scranton is much more than paper and beet farms.
The Steamtown National Historic Site is a little museum dedicated to steam engines and their role in the economy of the United States throughout the nineteenth century. The Anthracite Heritage Museum engages a wide range of audiences by interpreting, collecting, and presenting the story of hard coal mining, allied industries, northern Pennsylvania's historic immigrant culture, and the evolution of the region's culture. Scranton is also known for its handcrafted smoked and cured meats, including their unique smoked kielbasa blend of pork and beef.
Scranton Bus Terminal is the city's main bus and train station, which services all sorts of carriers. Popular bus routes to Scranton come from New York, Seattle, and Kingston. Amtrak trains, meanwhile, are available from Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Seabrook, and more.
Wilkes Barre
Wilkes-Barre is a Pennsylvania city surrounded by the Pocono Mountains. Like much of the Poconos, Wilkes-Barre has its fair share of resorts, outdoor adventure, and entertainment options. Slip down rocky slides and soak in glacial meltwater "tubs" at Kirby Park and Seven Tubs Nature Area, or enjoy the urban greenery at the River Common. Coal mining put Wilkes-Barre on the map, and you can imagine what life was like in the 19th-century boom by visiting Eckley Miners' Village in Luzerne County.
Nightlife in Wilkes-Barre is exciting, and it all starts at the Mohegan Sun Pocono, a casino resort and racetrack. Test your luck on the slots, cards, or horse races, or simply enjoy the luxurious dining options and spa on-site. Downtown Wilkes-Barre also has solid restaurants and bars to choose from.
Although Amtrak trains do not stop in Wilkes-Barre, Amtrak Thruway buses connect the city to Philadelphia, where you can transfer to several of Philly's rail lines. Plus, Fullington Trailways and Martz operate intercity bus service to Wilkes-Barre from Scranton, Delaware Water Gap, New York, and more. The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport is convenient to reach from town and offers flights on several major airlines.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Scranton?
Main departure station: Lackawanna Transit Center Parking Lot
Scranton has two bus stations with service to Wilkes-Barre.
All bus stations in Scranton:
- Lackawanna Transit Center Parking Lot
- Lackawanna Transit Center
Where does the bus arrive in Wilkes-Barre?
Main arrival station: Martz Bus Terminal
Buses arrive in Wilkes-Barre at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Wilkes-Barre:
- Martz Bus Terminal
- Wilkes-Barre
- 29 Wyoming Valley Mall
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