Origin
Carroll, PA
Night in Carroll on Wednesday
Local time
10:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Carroll, PA to Scranton, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 1m
Distance
103.4 mi
166 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 53m
★
6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 8m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 18m
8 PM
1h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Carroll, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
This 103.4-mile drive from Carroll, PA to Scranton, PA takes about 2 hours and 1 minute, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily navigate the Keystone Shortway and I-81, with a bit of East Valley Road. With a fuel cost estimated at $17, it's an economical journey. The route offers a mixed drive experience, suitable for a single-day adventure without needing an overnight stop. Both your starting point and destination are within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, keeping the travel geographically focused.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
51.7 miles from Carroll, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 31% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 67.1 miles on the Keystone Shortway, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. As you transition to I-81 and then East Valley Road, the character of the drive will likely shift, potentially introducing more varied scenery or local road conditions. This blend means you'll experience both efficient highway travel and more localized driving.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 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 67.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 68.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Carroll, PA to Scranton, PA is easy. At 2h 1m with 31% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 68.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 101.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 102.8 miles (Cedar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
68.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m 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
4
101.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward PA 307
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward PA 307
7
102.8 mi into trip
|
~2h in
|
Cedar Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
103.2 mi into trip
|
~2h in
|
Biden Street
Turn left onto Biden Street
Navigation decision point
5
103.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 1m in
|
Wyoming Avenue
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 67.1 mi | 1h 13m |
| I 81 | 32.4 mi | 39m |
| East Valley Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| River Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Cedar Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Biden Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Adams Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Wyoming Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 67.1 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carroll, PA and Scranton, PA.
1
Start on East Valley Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Valley Road
2
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
3
Merge onto I 80
67 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
·
Keystone Shortway
4
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 260B
Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
5
Merge onto I 81
32 mi
·
39 min
·
I 81
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward PA 307
7
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
8
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on Adams Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Adams Avenue
10
Turn left onto Biden Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Biden Street
11
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
135 ft
·
4 sec
·
Wyoming Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
Wyoming Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Plan to leave when you feel most rested, as there are no recommended stops included in the data. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 67.1-mile stretch on the Keystone Shortway, as services might be less frequent. The $17 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always factor in a small buffer for unexpected detours or variations in gas prices.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 51.7 miles from Carroll, PA, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.1 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 23 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.7 miles or 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 37m
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 Carroll, 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 Carroll, PA
This is one driving day of about 103.4 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Carroll, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 67.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.7 mi from Carroll, PA · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.7 miles from Carroll, 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 67.1 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.14 one way
$34.28 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $18.77 | $37.55 |
| premium | $4.93 | $20.05 | $40.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.83 | $45.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31 | 0 | $10.86 | $4.96 |
| Efficient EV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.05 | $4.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.4 | 0 | $14.48 | $6.62 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Destination
Scranton, PA
Night in Scranton on Wednesday
Local time
10:58 PM
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
17 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
2h 1m 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 Carroll, PA to Scranton, PA covers 103.4 miles and takes about 2h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, I 81, East Valley Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.7 miles from Carroll, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.14 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Carroll, PA to Scranton, PA is easy. At 2h 1m with 31% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 68.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 101.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 102.8 miles (Cedar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Carroll, PA to Scranton, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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