City of Scranton, PA Road Trips

Drivers starting from City of Scranton, PA have 39 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Northeast. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 19-mile quick runs to 343-mile cross-state drives. Routes from City of Scranton, PA spread mainly south and west, covering a wide geographic range.

Downtown City of Scranton, PA, PA

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Trip Routes

99

Longest Drive

342.7 mi

Lake City, PA

Quickest Drive

26m

Georgetown, PA

Plan Around City of Scranton, PA

Trips from City of Scranton, PA

Driving from City of Scranton, PA

Expect an average of 193 miles and about 3h 52m behind the wheel when leaving City of Scranton, PA. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 343 miles (6h 25m), while the shortest is just 19 miles.

Popular Destinations

The most popular drives from City of Scranton, PA include Lake City, PA (342.7 mi, 6h 25m), Baden, PA (324.4 mi, 6h 2m), Point Marion, PA (315.1 mi, 6h 16m), Fox Run, PA (313.2 mi, 5h 48m), and Municipality of Bethel Park, PA (311.4 mi, 5h 18m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in PA currently averages around $4.09 per gallon. For the typical 193-mile trip from City of Scranton, PA, budget about $31 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring. The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 39 mapped routes leaving City of Scranton, PA and 60 routes heading into City of Scranton, PA, covering 99 total connections. Distances range from 19 to 343 miles.

The longest mapped route from City of Scranton, PA covers 343 miles and takes approximately 6h 25m. Shorter options start at just 19 miles.

The average route from City of Scranton, PA runs about 193 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 52m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $4.09/gallon for regular), the average 193-mile trip from City of Scranton, PA costs roughly $31 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from City of Scranton, PA include Lake City, PA, Baden, PA, Point Marion, PA and Fox Run, PA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

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