Origin
Bell Acres, PA
Late night in Bell Acres on Saturday
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1:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Trip from Bell Acres, PA to Scranton, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 3m
Distance
324.4 mi
522 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 50m
★
6 AM
6h 3m
8 AM
6h 29m
10 AM
6h 12m
12 PM
6h 10m
3 PM
6h 14m
5 PM
6h 28m
8 PM
5h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bell Acres, PA
Jack Pace
Trip Overview
The drive from Bell Acres, PA to Scranton, PA covers 324.4 miles and takes about 6h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Keystone Shortway, I 79, I 81 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 239.8 miles on Keystone Shortway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $53.78 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
162.2 miles from Bell Acres, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 1m into the drive .
About the Cities
Arriving in Scranton, PA
Full guide →Scranton is a city in Northeastern Pennsylvania. It is near Wilkes-Barre, and is the seventh most populous city in the state. Today, it is perhaps best known as the setting of the hit TV show "The Office" and the birthplace of Joe Biden, the 46th President of the United States.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 3m. Total distance: 324.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 3m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 3m drive with frequent turns across 324.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Keystone Shortway is the longest continuous segment at about 239.8 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 around 6.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 324.4 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: at 6.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (I 79): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 289.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
6.2 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Turn left toward I 79: Erie
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 79: Erie
5
6.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 79
Merge onto I 79
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
289.5 mi into trip
|
~5h 18m in
Take the exit toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 260B
Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
7
323.8 mi into trip
|
~6h 1m in
|
Cedar Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
324.2 mi into trip
|
~6h 2m in
|
Biden Street
Turn left onto Biden Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 239.8 mi | 4h 18m |
| I 79 | 42.5 mi | 46m |
| I 81 | 32.4 mi | 39m |
| Wexford Bayne Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Big Sewickley Creek Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Campmeeting Road | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Rochester Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| River Street | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 239.8 mi, about 4h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bell Acres, PA and Scranton, PA.
1
Start on this road
83 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
426 ft
·
33 sec
3
Turn right onto Campmeeting Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Campmeeting Road
4
Continue on Campmeeting Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Campmeeting Road
5
At end of road, turn right onto Red Belt
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Big Sewickley Creek Road
6
Continue on Rochester Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Rochester Road
7
Turn slight left onto Orange Belt
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Wexford Bayne Road
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 79: Erie
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 79
42 mi
·
46 min
·
I 79
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 East: Clarion
11
Merge onto I 80
240 mi
·
4 hr 18 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Toward I 80 East: Clarion
12
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 260B
Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
13
Merge onto I 81
32 mi
·
39 min
·
I 81
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward PA 307
15
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
16
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on Adams Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Adams Avenue
18
Turn left onto Biden Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Biden Street
19
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
135 ft
·
4 sec
·
Wyoming Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
Wyoming Avenue
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 162.2 miles from Bell Acres, PA, or about 3h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 239.8 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 71 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 162.2 miles or 3h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scranton, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bell Acres, 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 Bell Acres, PA
This is one driving day of about 324.4 miles and 6h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Bell Acres, 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 Keystone Shortway for about 239.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 162.2 mi from Bell Acres, PA · 3h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
162 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 162.2 miles from Bell Acres, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 239.8 miles.
Arriving in Scranton, PA
The final approach into 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 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
$53.78 one way
$107.56 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
114 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $58.90 | $117.81 |
| premium | $4.93 | $62.91 | $125.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $71.62 | $143.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$54
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$79–$104
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97.3 | 1 | $34.06 | $15.57 |
| Efficient EV | 81.1 | 0 | $28.38 | $12.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 129.8 | 1 | $45.42 | $20.76 |
Gas CO2
114 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Destination
Scranton, PA
Late night in Scranton on Saturday
Local time
1:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°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
8 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
6h 3m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bell Acres, PA to Scranton, PA covers 324.4 miles and takes about 6h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, I 79, I 81. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 162.2 miles from Bell Acres, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $53.78 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 324.4 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (I 79): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 289.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Bell Acres, PA to Scranton, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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