Trip from City of Scranton, PA to Chartiers, PA

Drive Time

6h 16m

Distance

308.9 mi

497 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$51

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

6h 4m ★

6 AM

6h 17m

8 AM

6h 42m

10 AM

6h 26m

12 PM

6h 23m

3 PM

6h 27m

5 PM

6h 41m

8 PM

6h 9m

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

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City of Scranton, PA

Michael Taccetta

Trip Overview

Traveling from Scranton to Chartiers covers 308.9 miles across Pennsylvania, a journey that typically takes about 6 hours and 16 minutes. Because this is a manageable distance for a single day, you can easily complete the trip in one go without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $51 for fuel to cover the distance. The route transitions you through the Northeast region of the state, utilizing a mix of major corridors like the Keystone Shortway, the William Penn Highway, and I-99. Whether you are heading west for business or a visit, this drive offers a straightforward transit across the state that fits perfectly into a single day of travel.

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

154.5 miles from City of Scranton, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 56m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a varied experience behind the wheel, as this 308.9-mile route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate haul. Only 16% of your time will be spent on major highways, meaning you will spend more time navigating local roads that require your full attention. You will find your longest uninterrupted segment on the Keystone Shortway, which spans 98.5 miles. As you progress, the road conditions shift, demanding a more active driving style compared to a standard freeway cruise. Keep in mind that the winding nature of the local stretches makes this a more engaging, if slightly more demanding, trip than a simple highway sprint.

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

There are about 32 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 98.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 133.2 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 308.9 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 133.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 256.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 257.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

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

133.2 mi into trip | ~2h 30m in

Take the exit toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte

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

Exit 161 Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefo...

256.9 mi into trip | ~5h 4m in

Take the exit toward PA 66: Greensburg, Delmont

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 66: Greensburg, Delmont

257.1 mi into trip | ~5h 5m in

Keep slight left at fork toward PA 66 South: Greensburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward PA 66 South: Greensburg

257.2 mi into trip | ~5h 5m in | PA 66 / State Route 66

Merge onto PA 66 / State Route 66 toward PA 66 South: Greensburg

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward PA 66 South: Greensburg

270.5 mi into trip | ~5h 20m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: New Stanton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane. Toward I 70 West: New Stanton

Towns Along This Route

Between City of Scranton, PA and Chartiers, PA, road signs point toward Altoona, Hollidaysburg, Delmont, Patp: New Stanton, Toll Pa 43: California and Pittsburgh.

Altoona

157.7 mi in | ~2h 59m | via I 99; US 220

Hollidaysburg

191.5 mi in | ~3h 36m

Delmont

256.9 mi in | ~5h 4m

Patp: New Stanton

270.2 mi in | ~5h 19m

Toll Pa 43: California

291 mi in | ~5h 49m

Pittsburgh

291 mi in | ~5h 49m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Keystone Shortway	98.5 mi	1h 47m
William Penn Highway	50.7 mi	1h 6m
I 99	33.8 mi	36m
American Legion Memorial Highway	32.7 mi	39m
Jacksonville Road	24.2 mi	28m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway	19.9 mi	27m
Admiral Peary Highway	13.4 mi	19m
Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass	12.2 mi	13m

Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 98.5 mi, about 1h 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Cedar Avenue

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Cedar Avenue

Continue on Cedar Avenue

400 ft · 12 sec · Cedar Avenue

Turn left onto River Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · River Street

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Merge onto I 81

33 mi · 39 min · American Legion Memorial Highway

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 151B Toward I-80 West: Bloomsburg

Merge onto I 80

99 mi · 1 hr 47 min · Keystone Shortway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 53 sec

Exit 161 Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte

Turn left onto US 220; PA 26

24 mi · 28 min · Jacksonville Road

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220

34 mi · 36 min · I 99; US 220

Toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda, Altoona

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min

Toward US 22: Ebensburg, Hollidaysburg

Continue on this road

0.5 mi · 43 sec · this road

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 22

16 mi · 19 min · William Penn Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 22

13 mi · 19 min · Admiral Peary Highway

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 22

34 mi · 47 min · William Penn Highway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Toward PA 66: Greensburg, Delmont Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

417 ft · 16 sec

Toward PA 66 South: Greensburg Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto PA 66

0.9 mi · 1 min · State Route 66

Toward PA 66 South: Greensburg Use the left lane.

Continue on PA Tpke 66

12 mi · 13 min · Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Exit 0B Toward I 70, I 76, PATP: New Stanton

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 49 sec

Toward I 70 West: New Stanton Use the none lane.

Continue on I 70

20 mi · 27 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec

Toward Toll PA 43: California, Pittsburgh

Merge onto PA Tpke 43

7.1 mi · 7 min · Mon/Fayette Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto PA 88

0.5 mi · 59 sec · PA 88

Exit 28 Toward PA 88 South: West Brownsville, Fredericktown

Keep slight right at fork onto PA 88

6.1 mi · 9 min · PA 88

Turn right onto SR 2039

2.2 mi · 4 min · Main Street

Continue on Center Street

0.3 mi · 42 sec · Center Street

Continue on Castile Run Road

0.9 mi · 2 min · Castile Run Road

Continue on Seven Creeks Road

362 ft · 10 sec · Seven Creeks Road

Continue on Chartiers Road

0.4 mi · 53 sec · Chartiers Road

Arrive at destination

Chartiers Road

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour and 16-minute duration, plan to depart early in the morning to avoid fatigue on the turn-heavy sections. You only have one planned stop scheduled for this trip, so choose your rest area wisely to maximize your efficiency on the road. Since the route relies heavily on local roads rather than high-speed interstates, stay alert for changing speed limits and local traffic patterns throughout the 308.9-mile journey. Keep your $51 fuel budget in mind when selecting your refilling point, as prices can fluctuate between the major corridors and the local stretches. By maintaining a steady pace and utilizing your single stop for a significant break, you can comfortably navigate the transition between the Keystone Shortway and the William Penn Highway.

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 154.5 miles from City of Scranton, PA, or about 2h 56m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.5 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 32m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 154.5 miles or 2h 56m 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 59m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving City of Scranton, 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 City of Scranton, PA

This is one driving day of about 308.9 miles and 6h 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from City of Scranton, 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 98.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 154.5 mi from City of Scranton, PA · 2h 56m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Jamestown, NY

154 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

Union, NY

Fuel and coffee

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

Hornell, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 154.5 miles from City of Scranton, 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 98.5 miles.

Arriving in Chartiers, PA

The final approach into Chartiers, 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 Chartiers, 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

$51.11 one way

$102.23 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 108 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$55.93	$111.86
premium	$4.92	$59.86	$119.72
diesel	$5.64	$68.63	$137.25

Estimated Tolls: $1.35

Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass (12.2 mi) $0.85

Mon/Fayette Expressway (7.1 mi) $0.50

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

$51

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$77–$102

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 108.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	92.7	1	$32.43	$14.83
Efficient EV	77.2	0	$27.03	$12.36
EV Truck/SUV	123.6	1	$43.25	$19.77

Gas CO2

108 kg

EV CO2

36 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

City of Scranton, PA

Evening in City of Scranton on Sunday

Local time

6:08 PM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Chartiers, PA

Evening in Chartiers on Sunday

Local time

6:08 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°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

3 degrees warmer at arrival

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

Road read

6h 16m 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 City of Scranton, PA to Chartiers, PA covers 308.9 miles and takes about 6h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Keystone Shortway, William Penn Highway, I 99. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 154.5 miles from City of Scranton, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.11 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.

Between City of Scranton, PA and Chartiers, PA, road signs point toward Altoona, Hollidaysburg, Delmont, Patp: New Stanton, Toll Pa 43: California and Pittsburgh.

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