Escape NYC for a Weekend in the Pocono Mountains

How to Get to the Poconos from NYC

The best way to get to Poconos from NYC is to hit the road and take a roughly two-hour car drive along I-280 and I-80. Popular Poconos towns like Delaware Water Gap and Stroudsburg, often called the heart of the Poconos, are about 65 miles from New York City and are located right off of I-80. New York and New Jersey are just a hop, skip, and a jump across the Delaware River from Wayne County and Pike County in the Poconos, with destinations like Lake Wallenpaupack and the towns of Hawley, Honesdale, and Milford easily accessible off of I-84 and historic Route 6.

Wondering how to get to the Poconos without a car? Various bus companies provide service to towns in the Poconos, like Martz Bus which runs between the New York City Port Authority Bus Terminal and Monroe County spots like Stroudsburg and Mount Pocono. Shortline Bus via Coach USA runs to Wayne and Pike counties, while Trailways runs to Jim Thorpe and Carbon County. Be sure to check each company's website for up-to-date route schedules.

Find Your Weekend Mountain Home

The Pocono Mountains is home to plenty of places to stay that you can't find anywhere else. Historic accommodations like Skytop Lodge and French Manor Inn & Spa offer the timeless countryside peace and luxury that have tempted tourists here for generations. You'll find places to stay with fine dining, relaxing spa facilities and renowned golf right on site, everything you need for a retreat away from the crowds of the city.

Fun for the Whole Family (and Fido!)

With the Lehigh River on the western edge of our region and the Delaware River on the eastern edge, plus plenty of lakes and beaches and waterways in between, the Poconos is a picture-perfect destination for canoeing and kayaking, thrilling whitewater rafting expeditions, or just a lazy day tubing or relaxing by the water's edge. But the splash-worthy attractions don't stop there. You'll find some of the largest and most impressive indoor and outdoor waterpark resorts in the country in our area. In the Poconos, you can surf the FlowRiders, float in the lazy rivers, and splash the day away with family and friends regardless of what the weather's like outside.

Explore with Local Experts

For an insider's look at the region, let the people who know the Poconos best show you where to go and what to see. Customize your itinerary and let Sip and Play Tours whisk you to and from your favorite top sites in the area. Take a guided tour of the scenic town of Jim Thorpe with the Jim Thorpe Trolley Company. Venture back in time in charming Delaware Water Gap with a trip aboard The Pocono Historic Trolley Tour or an afternoon with Tour the Castle to learn about the storied resorts which first made the Poconos a beloved vacation destination over two hundred years ago. Sign up for the free digital Pocono History and Art Trail to discover the significant historical and cultural sites in the area, from the big brother of the Brooklyn Bridge at the Roebling Aqueduct to the birthplace of the American Conservation Movement at Grey Towers.

Savor Fresh Flavors and Craft Beverages

No getaway is complete without delicious things to eat! In the Pocono Mountains, you'll find a wide variety of restaurants and outdoor dining to choose from. Why not sample colorful produce fresh from local fields at farmers markets like Hanna's Farm Market, Monroe Farmer's Market or The Cooperage Project. Keep an eye out for food & drink events like the Taste of the Poconos Restaurant Week and the Kalahari Food and Not Just Wine Festival. Get to know local growers with Pocono Television Network: watch our Pocono Perspectives interview series for an inside look at the green and growing farms in the Poconos.