Trip from Abbottstown, PA to City of Scranton, PA

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Drive Time

3h 18m

Distance

153.8 mi

247 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

3h 7m ★

6 AM

3h 19m

8 AM

3h 42m

10 AM

3h 27m

12 PM

3h 25m

3 PM

3h 28m

5 PM

3h 41m

8 PM

3h 11m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Abbottstown, PA to City of Scranton, PA covers 153.8 miles and takes about 3h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on American Legion Memorial Highway, Baltimore Pike, US 15 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 113.7 miles on American Legion Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.50 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

76.9 miles from Abbottstown, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a 3h 18m drive with frequent turns across 153.8 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

American Legion Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 113.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 153.8 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 27.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.2 miles (I 83): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

27.3 mi into trip | ~45m in

Take the exit toward PA 581 East: Harrisburg, York

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward PA 581 East: Harrisburg, York

34.2 mi into trip | ~55m in | I 83

Take the exit onto I 83 toward I 83 North, US 322 West: Hazleton, State College

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 83 North, US 322 West: Hazleton, State...

38.2 mi into trip | ~1h 1m in

Take the exit toward I 81 North: Hazleton, Allentown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 51B Toward I 81 North: Hazleton, Allentown

153.6 mi into trip | ~3h 18m in | Cedar Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Abbottstown, PA and City of Scranton, PA, road signs point toward York, Hershey, State College and Allentown.

York

27.3 mi in | ~45m

Hershey

29.3 mi in | ~48m | via PA 581

State College

34.2 mi in | ~55m | via I 83

Allentown

38.2 mi in | ~1h 1m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
American Legion Memorial Highway	113.7 mi	2h 13m
Baltimore Pike	9.3 mi	16m
US 15	9.2 mi	12m
I 83	8.6 mi	11m
North Queen Street	3.6 mi	6m
South Baltimore Street	2.2 mi	4m
American Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial Highway	1.8 mi	2m
Baltimore Road	1.6 mi	2m

Longest stretch: American Legion Memorial Highway — 113.7 mi, about 2h 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Abbottstown, PA and City of Scranton, PA.

Start on this road

165 ft · 18 sec · this road

Turn left

64 ft · 9 sec

Turn left onto West Fleet Street

130 ft · 11 sec · West Fleet Street

Turn left onto PA 194

197 ft · 5 sec · South Queen Street

Enter roundabout onto PA 194

93 ft · 2 sec · North Queen Street

Continue on PA 194

3.6 mi · 6 min · North Queen Street

Continue on PA 194

0.6 mi · 1 min · Harrisburg Street

Continue on PA 194

9.3 mi · 16 min · Baltimore Pike

Continue on PA 194

1.2 mi · 2 min · Baltimore Road

Continue on PA 194

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Baltimore Street

Continue on PA 194

0.4 mi · 46 sec · Baltimore Road

Continue on PA 194

2.2 mi · 4 min · South Baltimore Street

Take the ramp onto PA 74

0.7 mi · 1 min · PA 74

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Continue on US 15

4.1 mi · 5 min · US 15

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 15

5.1 mi · 7 min · US 15

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 57 sec

Toward PA 581 East: Harrisburg, York Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto PA 581

1.5 mi · 2 min · American Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial Highway

Continue on PA 581

0.3 mi · 21 sec · American Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial Highway

Exit 6A Toward I 83 North: Harrisburg, Hershey

Merge onto I 83

4.6 mi · 6 min · I 83

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto I 83

4.0 mi · 5 min · I 83

Toward I 83 North, US 322 West: Hazleton, State College Use the slight left lane.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 47 sec

Exit 51B Toward I 81 North: Hazleton, Allentown

Merge onto I 81

114 mi · 2 hr 13 min · American Legion Memorial Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Toward PA 307

Turn left onto River Street

1.0 mi · 1 min · River Street

At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Cedar Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Arrive at destination

Cedar Avenue

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 76.9 miles from Abbottstown, PA, or about 1h 46m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.7 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles or 1h 50m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 76.9 miles or 1h 46m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 44m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Scranton, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Abbottstown, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Abbottstown, PA

This is one driving day of about 153.8 miles and 3h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Abbottstown, PA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on American Legion Memorial Highway for about 113.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 76.9 mi from Abbottstown, PA · 1h 46m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

77 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 76.9 miles from Abbottstown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before American Legion Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 113.7 miles.

Arriving in City of Scranton, PA

The final approach into City of Scranton, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around City of Scranton, PA.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.50 one way

$51.00 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 54 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$27.93	$55.85
premium	$4.93	$29.83	$59.66
diesel	$5.61	$33.96	$67.91

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 53.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	46.1	$16.15	$7.38
Efficient EV	38.5	$13.46	$6.15
EV Truck/SUV	61.5	$21.53	$9.84

Gas CO2

54 kg

EV CO2

18 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 9 hours ago

Origin

Abbottstown, PA

Morning in Abbottstown on Wednesday

Local time

6:40 AM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

City of Scranton, PA

Morning in City of Scranton on Wednesday

Local time

6:40 AM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

1 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 18m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Abbottstown, PA to City of Scranton, PA covers 153.8 miles and takes about 3h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are American Legion Memorial Highway, Baltimore Pike, US 15. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 76.9 miles from Abbottstown, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.50 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Between Abbottstown, PA and City of Scranton, PA, road signs point toward York, Hershey, State College and Allentown.

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Trip from Abbottstown, PA to City of Scranton, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in City of Scranton, PA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Abbottstown, PA

City of Scranton, PA

Same local time

1 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 18m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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