The cabin sits near the geographic center of the Poconos, which puts it within a two- to three-hour drive of most of the Northeast. This page walks through the main driving routes from New York City, northern New Jersey, Philadelphia and eastern Pennsylvania, and Connecticut and Westchester, with notes for guests arriving from the Hudson Valley, Baltimore, DC, or Delaware. It also covers traffic patterns to plan around and the bus, train, and airport options for travelers who would rather not drive.
At a glance
The quick numbers most guests ask about before they pull out of the driveway.
- From New York City (any borough): about 95 miles, roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours.
- From northern New Jersey (Newark / Jersey City area): about 80 miles, roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
- From Philadelphia: about 105 miles, roughly 2 hours.
- From lower Connecticut (Stamford / Greenwich): about 115 miles, roughly 2 hours 30 minutes.
- From Westchester / lower Hudson Valley: about 85 miles, roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
- Primary highways: I-80 West for NY, NJ, and CT origins; the Northeast Extension of the PA Turnpike (I-476) for Philly origins. All routes converge on PA-380 North.
- Tolls: roughly $10–25 depending on origin and which crossings or turnpikes you use.
- Check-in: self-service from 3 PM via the Airbnb or Vrbo app.
- Parking: the driveway fits 3–4 vehicles; no permit required.
The route
Driving routes by origin
Most Northeast guests end up on the same final stretch — PA-380 North into Tobyhanna. Pick your starting point below to see the steps before that.
From New York City
- Cross the Hudson via the GWB or Lincoln Tunnel.
- Pick up I-80 West in New Jersey.
- Stay on I-80 past Paterson, Parsippany, and Netcong, then cross the Delaware Water Gap.
- Take I-380 / PA-380 North to the Tobyhanna exit.
From northern New Jersey
- Pick up I-80 West directly — no Hudson crossing needed.
- Continue past Netcong and cross the Delaware Water Gap.
- Take I-380 / PA-380 North to the Tobyhanna exit.
From Philadelphia & eastern PA
- Head north on I-476 (Northeast Extension of the PA Turnpike).
- Connect to I-80 East at the Mahoning Valley interchange.
- Take PA-380 North to the Tobyhanna exit.
From Connecticut & Westchester
- Head west to the nearest Hudson crossing — Tappan Zee for Westchester, GWB from lower Connecticut.
- Pick up I-80 West in New Jersey and cross the Delaware Water Gap.
- Take I-380 / PA-380 North to the Tobyhanna exit.
The final stretch on PA-380 passes through Tannersville and Mount Pocono — the last reliable cluster of services before the cabin. Turn-by-turn directions are sent with check-in.
Timing
Traffic patterns to plan around
Friday afternoons westbound (roughly 3 PM to 7 PM) are heavy approaching the Poconos from any direction. NYC and northern NJ origins typically hit I-80 backups around Parsippany and Netcong; Philadelphia and eastern PA origins hit I-476 slowdowns near the Lehigh Valley.
Sunday evenings eastbound (about 2 PM to 7 PM) are heavy on the return for every origin. I-80 East near the Delaware Water Gap is the worst pinch point and affects NYC, NJ, and CT travelers alike.
Off-peak runs can save 30–45 minutes. A Thursday-night arrival or a Monday-morning departure usually means open roads. Winter storms add unpredictable delays — checking PennDOT's 511PA travel information alongside your home-state DOT before leaving is worthwhile from December through March.
On a map
The cabin sits in Tobyhanna, PA 18466, near the geographic center of the Pocono Mountains and a short drive from Mount Pocono and Tobyhanna State Park.
The map above shows the Tobyhanna area for orientation. Exact street-level driving directions to the cabin are sent through the Airbnb and Vrbo platforms in the check-in instructions the day before arrival.
Without a car
By bus, train, or air
Bus
Martz Trailways runs daily service from New York's Port Authority Bus Terminal to several Pocono stops, including Mount Pocono — the closest to the cabin and about 10 minutes away by rideshare. Service typically runs several times a day with more frequency on Friday and Sunday. NJ travelers can sometimes catch Martz at stops along the route. There is no equivalent direct bus from Philadelphia to the Poconos; Philly visitors without a car typically rent one or take Amtrak or regional rail to NYC and connect to Martz.
Train
There is no direct passenger rail to Tobyhanna or Mount Pocono. The nearest Amtrak service is in Scranton, which is not a practical transfer for most travelers. Philadelphia travelers can take SEPTA and Amtrak to NYC then connect to Martz, but driving is faster and cheaper.
Air
The closest commercial airports are Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (AVP), about 45 minutes from the cabin, and Lehigh Valley (ABE) in Allentown, about 60 minutes away. For visitors connecting through New York, Newark Liberty (EWR) is roughly 1 hour 45 minutes by car and often the most convenient NYC-area airport because it sits on the route west. For Philadelphia connections, Philadelphia International (PHL) is about 2 hours away. All have rental car desks.
Rideshare
Uber and Lyft operate in the Poconos but coverage is thinner than New York City. Wait times can be longer, especially on weekend evenings. Travelers arriving by bus are encouraged to schedule a pickup a few minutes ahead of the bus arrival or to arrange a local taxi in advance.
Arrival
What to expect on arrival
Check-in is self-service starting at 3 PM through Airbnb or Vrbo. There is no front desk and no in-person meet-and-greet — access instructions are sent the day before arrival, so the door is ready when you pull in.
The cabin sits on a quiet residential road inside a wooded community. First-time arrivals are easier in daylight; the surrounding area is heavily treed and street lighting is minimal after dark. The driveway accommodates 3–4 vehicles, so a group splitting between two cars does not need to worry about street parking. Cell service in the area is generally good across major carriers, and Wi-Fi is available inside the cabin once guests are settled.
Last stop for gas and groceries
The last reliable place to fuel up and pick up groceries before the cabin is Mount Pocono, about 10–15 minutes from the property. Weis Markets has a full-service grocery store there, and several fuel stations sit along PA-940 and PA-611 near the I-380 exit. Travelers who prefer to stock up earlier will find larger supermarkets and big-box stores near the Tannersville and Bartonsville exits off I-80, roughly 20–25 minutes from the cabin.
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