Dunmore to Scranton travel is served by COLTS Route 13, with stops in both communities and at destinations including the Lackawanna Transit Center and the University of Scranton. Driving is another practical way to reach local sights; several Scranton destinations are about 10 minutes away by car from Dunmore.
- Bus: COLTS Route 13, named Marywood/Drinker, serves Dunmore and Scranton.
- Weekday service: Route 13 runs hourly from the morning departures through early evening.
- Saturday service: Departures from Tigue Street and Dunmore Corners run every two hours.
- From the hotel: Nay Aug Park is about 10 minutes away by car.
How Dunmore and Scranton connect
Dunmore and Scranton are connected by COLTS Route 13 and local roads. The route, called Marywood/Drinker, links Dunmore stops with central Scranton and several destinations along the way.
Route 13 serves the Lackawanna Transit Center, The Marketplace at Steamtown, Lackawanna College, Marywood University and the University of Scranton. In Dunmore, stops include the Dunmore Memorial Tank, Dunmore High School and Dunmore Corners, as well as Scranton Prep.
For a closer look at the borough’s central area, the Dunmore city centre guide covers local visitor planning.
Driving and parking
Driving from Dunmore takes about 10 minutes to several Scranton destinations. The Scranton Cultural Center and University of Scranton are each about 10 minutes away by car; the same drive time applies to Nay Aug Park and Scranton Iron Furnaces.
Other car journeys from Dunmore include about 11 minutes to the Casimir Pulaski Monument, 15 minutes to Steamtown National Historic Site and 16 minutes to the Electric City Trolley Museum. If you plan to park in Scranton, the City of Scranton says ABM Parking Services manages city parking and directs visitors to Scranton Parking for details.
For a visit focused on the park, planning a trip to Nay Aug Park can help you consider it alongside other Scranton stops.
Public transit options to verify
COLTS Route 13 offers weekday and Saturday service between Dunmore and Scranton, but check the current timetable before setting out. On weekdays, departures from E. Drinker Street at Tigue Street start at 7:10 a.m. and 8:10 a.m., then run hourly from 9:10 a.m. through 6:10 p.m.; the Lackawanna Transit Center is reached 30 minutes after departure.
From E. Drinker Street at Chestnut Street in Dunmore Corners, weekday departures are at 7:15 a.m. and 8:15 a.m., then hourly from 9:15 a.m. through 6:15 p.m. The transit center is reached 25 minutes later.
Saturday service is less frequent. From Tigue Street, departures are at 10:45 a.m., 12:45 p.m., 2:45 p.m. and 4:45 p.m., with arrival 30 minutes later. From Dunmore Corners, the times are 10:50 a.m., 12:50 p.m., 2:50 p.m. and 4:50 p.m., with arrival 25 minutes later.
COLTS cautions that traffic and weather can affect scheduled times and advises arriving at the stop 2–3 minutes early. Transfers cost 75 cents when you travel on more than one bus route. Riders aged 65 and older ride free with a Senior Fare card.
Check the official site before you go: use the COLTS website for current schedules and fare details.
Walking between local destinations
Walking times from Dunmore vary by destination, with several Scranton landmarks taking about an hour or more on foot. Nay Aug Park is about 61 minutes away, while the Scranton Cultural Center and University of Scranton are each about 67 minutes away on foot.
Steamtown National Historic Site is about 91 minutes on foot from Dunmore, and the Electric City Trolley Museum is about 87 minutes away. These are individual journeys, so use the times to judge whether walking fits your plans or whether to combine a walk with the bus or a car ride.
Choosing transport for a day out
Choose your transport around the stops you plan to make: Route 13 serves several Dunmore and Scranton destinations, while car journeys from Dunmore take about 10–16 minutes to a number of Scranton landmarks.
For a transit-based outing, check which Route 13 stop best fits your plans and confirm the schedule before leaving. For multiple stops, compare the car times: the Scranton Cultural Center, Nay Aug Park and the University of Scranton each take about 10 minutes by car from Dunmore, while the Electric City Trolley Museum takes about 16 minutes.
A hotel in Dunmore is about 4 minutes by car or 30 minutes on foot from Dunmore city centre; Nay Aug Park is about 10 minutes away by car from Dunmore Inn.
FAQs
Which bus route connects Dunmore and Scranton?
COLTS Route 13, named Marywood/Drinker, serves both communities and stops at places including the Lackawanna Transit Center and Dunmore Corners.
Does Route 13 run on Saturdays?
Yes. Saturday departures from Tigue Street and Dunmore Corners run every two hours. Confirm the current timetable with COLTS before travelling.
How long does it take to reach Scranton attractions from Dunmore?
Several destinations, including Nay Aug Park and the Scranton Cultural Center, take about 10 minutes by car from Dunmore. Steamtown National Historic Site takes about 15 minutes.
How long is the drive from Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport to Dunmore?
The airport is about 20 minutes by car from Dunmore Inn. Details for travel from Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport to Dunmore can help with the journey.