Getting Here

The Himalayan Institute is nestled in the Pocono Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania, offering convenient access from New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and neighboring states.

Our Address

The Himalayan Institute
952 Bethany Turnpike
Honesdale, PA 18431

Phone: (800) 822-4547 | (570) 253-5551
Email: [email protected]

GPS Coordinates:
North: +41.652932
West: -75.299153

Flight Information

  • Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) is the nearest commercial airport, approximately a one-hour drive by car.
  • At this time, the Himalayan Institute does not offer shuttle service to and from the airport.
  • Please refer to the taxi & driving services below for transportation from the airport.
  • Flying into New York airports might be quicker and cheaper overall than to Scranton, especially for international travelers.
  • Domestic flights to AVP often have layovers at EWR, JFK, DTW, CTL, or PHL – with EWR and JFK layovers being more prone to delays and cancelations.

Other Nearby Airports:

  • Lehigh Valley International Airport, PA (ABE)
  • Newark Liberty International Airport, NJ (EWR)
  • JFK International Airport, NY (JFK)
  • LaGuardia Airport, NY (LGA)
  • Philadelphia International Airport, PA (PHL)
  • Stewart Airport, New Windsor, NY (SWF)

Taxi & Driving Services

  • We regularly update the list of driving services below. Please reach out to these providers for your taxi and transportation needs.
  • To arrange a taxi from downtown Honesdale, please make your reservation with Maple City Taxi at least 24 hours in advance (cash only, $18 one-way).
  • While we strive to ensure a smooth journey, please note that the Himalayan Institute is not responsible for outside travel services, including timing, accidents, or lost property.
  • Friendly Disclaimer: The Himalayan Institute provides these driver suggestions as a resource for your convenience. While we strive to recommend trusted options, we encourage you to check references and ensure you feel comfortable with your choice, as we cannot guarantee their services.

Scranton (AVP) Airport Service

Jeffry Starks
(414) 630-3481
Marcia Dawson
(917) 282-4990
James Marino
(570) 690-5214
(after 4:00 p.m. and on weekends)
Christopher Lee (Uber)
(570) 470-9714
[email protected]
McCarthy Flowered Cabs
(570) 344-5000
Time Away Transportation
(570) 464-6250
[email protected]

Local from Honesdale

James Marino
(570) 690-5214
(after 4:00 p.m. and on weekends)
Christopher Lee (Uber)
(570) 470-9714
[email protected]
Maple City Taxi
(570) 493-2840
(by appointment only)
Time Away Transportation
(570) 464-6250
[email protected]

Newark (EWR) Airport Service

Jeffry Starks
(414) 630-3481
Marcia Dawson
(917) 282-4990
James Marino
(570) 690-5214
(after 4:00 p.m. and on weekends)
Time Away Transportation
(570) 464-6250
[email protected]

Bus Service

Driving Times and Directions

The Himalayan Institute is located in Northeastern Pennsylvania, 6 miles north of the town of Honesdale on PA-670.

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

  • The Himalayan Institute campus has two available ChargePoint CP6000 Level 2 electric vehicle charging stations.
  • The ChargePoint CP6000 Level 2 electric vehicle charging station (EVSE) is a convenient, fast, safe and reliable electric car charging station. The ChargePoint CP6000 series charges popular electric car models including Tesla*, Nissan LEAF, BMW i3, Chevrolet VOLT, Ford Fusion Energi and more. *Bring your adapter
  • The ChargePoint CP6000 offers fast delivery of up to 22kW of AC power or 19.8 mi / hour.
  • Charge your car using the ChargePoint app. The only all-in-one EV charging app that works seamlessly at home, at work, around town and on the road. Easily pay the way that works for you, including Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal and credit or debit card.

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