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Trip from Berlin, PA to Scranton, PA

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

4h 55m

Distance

253.5 mi

408 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$42

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 42m ★
6 AM
4h 55m
8 AM
5h 22m
10 AM
5h 5m
12 PM
5h 2m
3 PM
5h 6m
5 PM
5h 21m
8 PM
4h 47m

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

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Berlin, PA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Berlin, PA to Scranton, PA covers 253.5 miles and takes about 4h 55m 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 99, I 81 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 99.3 miles on Keystone Shortway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $42.03 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

126.8 miles from Berlin, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 30m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 55m. Total distance: 253.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

The drive from Berlin, PA to Scranton, PA covers 253.5 miles and takes about 4h 55m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 27 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 99.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 32.3 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 253.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 32.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 22 key points

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

7
32.3 mi into trip | ~44m in

Take the exit toward Bedford, Altoona

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 Bedford, Altoona
6
33.1 mi into trip | ~46m in

Take the ramp toward I 99, US 220: Cumberland, Altoona

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 99, US 220: Cumberland, Altoona
7
33.3 mi into trip | ~46m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
7
119.1 mi into trip | ~2h 21m in

Turn left toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport
7
252.9 mi into trip | ~4h 54m 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 Berlin, PA and Scranton, PA, road signs point toward Bedford and Altoona.

Bedford

32.3 mi in | ~44m

Altoona

32.3 mi in | ~44m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Keystone Shortway 99.3 mi 1h 47m
I 99 85.5 mi 1h 34m
I 81 32.4 mi 39m
Pennsylvania Turnpike 27.1 mi 31m
Brotherton Road 4.3 mi 10m
River Street 1 mi 1m
Broadway Street 0.3 mi <1m
Cedar Avenue 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 99.3 mi, about 1h 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Berlin, PA and Scranton, PA.

1

Start on 5th Avenue

35 ft · 6 sec · 5th Avenue
2

Turn left onto Main Street

0.2 mi · 37 sec · Main Street
3

Turn right onto Broadway Street

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Broadway Street
4

Continue on Berlin Plank Road

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Berlin Plank Road
5

Turn right onto Brotherton Road

3.3 mi · 8 min · Brotherton Road
6

Turn right onto PA 31

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Glades Pike
7

Turn left onto Brotherton Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · Brotherton Road
8

Turn left

411 ft · 32 sec
9

Turn right onto I 70; I 76; PATP

27 mi · 31 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
10

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward Bedford, Altoona Use the slight right lane.
11

Turn left onto US 220 BUS

0.3 mi · 42 sec · Business 220
12

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Toward I 99, US 220: Cumberland, Altoona
13

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
14

Merge onto I 99; US 220

69 mi · 1 hr 14 min · I 99; US 220
15

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322

4.0 mi · 4 min · I 99; US 220; US 322
Use the straight lane.
16

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220

12 mi · 14 min · I 99; US 220
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Bellefonte
17

Turn left

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport Use the left lane.
18

Merge onto I 80; US 220

99 mi · 1 hr 47 min · Keystone Shortway
19

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 260B Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
20

Merge onto I 81

32 mi · 39 min · I 81
21

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward PA 307
22

Turn left onto River Street

1.0 mi · 1 min · River Street
23

At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue

0.3 mi · 31 sec · Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
24

Continue on Adams Avenue

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Adams Avenue
25

Turn left onto Biden Street

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Biden Street
26

Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue

135 ft · 4 sec · Wyoming Avenue
27

Arrive at destination

Wyoming 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 126.8 miles from Berlin, PA, or about 2h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 99.3 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 56 miles or 1h 11m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 126.8 miles or 2h 30m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 58m

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

Before You Leave

+

Open the route before leaving Berlin, 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 Berlin, PA

This is one driving day of about 253.5 miles and 4h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 miles from Berlin, 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 99.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 126.8 mi from Berlin, PA · 2h 30m into the drive

county seat of Centre County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bellefonte, PA

127 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.

Popular next leg

Bellefonte, PA to Scranton, PA

138.8 mi · 2h 42m

Pacing Suggestions

Hollidaysburg, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 56 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bellefonte, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 126.8 miles from Berlin, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 99.3 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.

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

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Flight 93 National Memorial

Flight 93 National Memorial

National Memorial

On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their live...

6 mi from route ~16 min detour Free near mile 8.7
View on nps.gov
Johnstown Flood National Memorial

Johnstown Flood National Memorial

National Memorial

The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together...

18 mi from route ~45 min detour Free near mile 52.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$42.03 one way

$84.05 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 89 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $46.03 $92.06
premium $4.93 $49.16 $98.33
diesel $5.61 $55.97 $111.94

Estimated Tolls: $3.52

Pennsylvania Turnpike (27.1 mi) $3.52

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$42

Tolls

$4

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$71–$96

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 88.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 76.1 0 $26.62 $12.17
Efficient EV 63.4 0 $22.18 $10.14
EV Truck/SUV 101.4 1 $35.49 $16.22

Gas CO2

89 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Berlin, PA

Evening in Berlin on Thursday

Local time

7:44 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Scranton, PA

Evening in Scranton on Thursday

Local time

7:44 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy

SW 3 to 7 mph 64% chance 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

2 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

4h 55m on the road

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Berlin, PA to Scranton, PA covers 253.5 miles and takes about 4h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, I 99, I 81. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 126.8 miles from Berlin, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.03 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 253.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 32.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Berlin, PA and Scranton, PA, road signs point toward Bedford and Altoona.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Flight 93 National Memorial and Johnstown Flood National Memorial.

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