From Arlington to Scranton

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How to get from Arlington to Scranton

The fastest way to travel from Arlington to Scranton takes approximately 496 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use subway, train and bus. We found 5 route options for you.

Fastest Route
496 min 577.9 km
3 transfers
6 min
S
2 min
Northeast Regional
2 min
Flixbus 2685
3 min
34
12 min
Departs from: Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking: 25 min

Step-by-step directions

1
Walk 6 min (0.3 km)
to Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
2
Take S Subway
Direction: NEW Carrollton
From Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform to New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform (19 stops, 39 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to New Carrollton Amtrak Station
4
Take Northeast Regional Train
Direction: Boston
From New Carrollton Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station (9 stops, 207 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to New York Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
6
Take Flixbus 2685 Bus
Direction: Markham - Cornell Bus Go
From New York Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) to Scranton
7
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Luzerne Meridn
8
Take 34 Bus
Direction: Transit Center
From Luzerne Meridn to Transit Center (9 stops, 15 min)
9
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
Arrive at Scranton

Public transport stations close to Arlington

Arlington is located in Arlington and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.

Metro stations close to Arlington:

  • Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
  • Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
  • Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
  • Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform

Bus stations close to Arlington:

  • Wilson Blvd WB @ N Oakland ST Fs
  • Wilson Blvd EB @ N Oakland ST Fs
  • Wilson Blvd WB @ N Monroe ST Fs
  • Wilson Blvd EB @ N Monroe ST Fs

Public transport stations close to Scranton

Scranton is located in Arlington and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.

Bus stations close to Scranton:

  • Spruce ST. BA I
  • GOV Center
  • Wyomng Linden I
  • N Wash Spruce I
Alternative Route
471 min 570.0 km
3 transfers
6 min
O
2 min
R
4 min
Peter Pan
2 min
FMT 326
12 min
Departs from: Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking: 26 min

Step-by-step directions

1
Walk 6 min (0.3 km)
to Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
2
Take O Subway
Direction: NEW Carrollton
From Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform to Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform (6 stops, 13 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform
4
Take R Subway
Direction: Glenmont
From Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform (2 stops, 4 min)
5
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Union Station, Washington, Dc
6
Take Peter Pan Bus
Direction: New York (P.A.B.T.), Ny
From Union Station, Washington, Dc to Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York, Ny (1 stops, 260 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to New York (P.A.B.T.)
8
Take FMT 326 Bus
Direction: Wilkes-Barre
From New York (P.A.B.T.) to Scranton (2 stops, 155 min)
9
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
Arrive at Scranton

Questions & Answers

Common questions about traveling from Arlington to Scranton.

How do I travel from Arlington to Scranton in Arlington?
The quickest journey from Arlington to Scranton takes approximately 496 minutes via the S subway service.
Are there other ways to reach Scranton from Arlington?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 471 minutes using the O subway line.
Can I get directly from Arlington to Scranton without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 496 minutes including connection time.
What subway service connects Arlington and Scranton?
The S line provides subway service between Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform and Transit Center in Arlington.
What is the journey time from Arlington to Scranton by public transport?
Traveling by subway from Arlington to Scranton in Arlington takes approximately 496 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the subway to travel from Arlington to Scranton?
Board the S subway at Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station, located near Arlington in Arlington.
Which station is closest to Scranton?
The nearest stop to Scranton is Transit Center station. Exit here to reach your destination in Arlington.

Travel Tips

  • Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
  • Check real-time departure information at the station
  • Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
  • For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services

Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.