Origin
City of Scranton, PA
Evening in City of Scranton on Sunday
Local time
7:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Scranton, PA to Georgetown, PA
Drive Time
26m
Distance
18.8 mi
30 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
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6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
City of Scranton, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion within Northeast Pennsylvania, the 18.8-mile journey from Scranton to Georgetown is a straightforward option. You can expect to reach your destination in approximately 26 minutes, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of just $3, it is an incredibly economical route to navigate. Because both locations sit within the same region, you won't need to worry about significant shifts in landscape or climate. This short drive offers a practical solution for travelers who prefer a brief, uncomplicated commute over a multi-day expedition.
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
9.4 miles from City of Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than a monotonous interstate grind. You will spend your time navigating a mix of roads, including River Street and Highland Park Boulevard, with zero percentage of the trip spent on major highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 15.3 miles along the American Legion Memorial Highway. Because the route relies entirely on local infrastructure, you should stay alert for frequent turns as you transition between the various segments of your journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 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 15.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near River Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 26m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (River Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 16.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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River Street
Turn left onto River Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
4
16.6 mi into trip
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~21m in
Take the exit toward Wilkes-Barre
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Wilkes-Barre
4
17.3 mi into trip
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~22m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
18.5 mi into trip
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~25m in
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East Northampton Street
Turn left onto East Northampton Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from City of Scranton, PA to Georgetown, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Wilkes-Barre along the way.
Wilkes-Barre
16.6 mi in
|
~21m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| American Legion Memorial Highway | 15.3 mi | 18m |
| River Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Highland Park Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Wilkes-Barre Township Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Northampton Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Cedar Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
American Legion Memorial Highway
— 15.3 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Scranton, PA and Georgetown, PA.
1
Start on Cedar Avenue
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
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Cedar Avenue
2
Continue on Cedar Avenue
400 ft
·
12 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
3
Turn left onto River Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
5
Merge onto I 81
15 mi
·
18 min
·
American Legion Memorial Highway
6
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward Wilkes-Barre
7
Keep slight left at fork
379 ft
·
16 sec
8
Turn left onto Highland Park Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Highland Park Boulevard
9
Turn left onto PA 309 BUS
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
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Wilkes-Barre Township Boulevard
10
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
11
Turn left onto East Northampton Street
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
East Northampton Street
12
Arrive at destination
East Northampton Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 26-minute drive, you have total flexibility in your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move. You will not need to plan for any stops given the short distance, allowing you to head straight from start to finish. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Scranton, as a $3 budget covers the trip but leaves little room for extra idling or detours. My best advice for this specific route is to stay focused on your navigation apps, as the local road network requires more attention to turns than a standard highway route would.
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 9.4 miles from City of Scranton, PA, or about 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.3 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 18.8 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.4 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Georgetown, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving City of Scranton, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 18.8 miles and 26m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on American Legion Memorial Highway for about 15.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.4 mi from City of Scranton, PA · 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 18.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.4 miles from City of Scranton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Georgetown, PA
The final approach into Georgetown, 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 Georgetown, 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
$3.11 one way
$6.22 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $3.40 | $6.81 |
| premium | $4.92 | $3.64 | $7.29 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.18 | $8.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.97 | $0.90 |
| Efficient EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Georgetown, PA
Evening in Georgetown on Sunday
Local time
7:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
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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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
26m 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 City of Scranton, PA to Georgetown, PA covers 18.8 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are American Legion Memorial Highway, River Street, Highland Park Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.4 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 $3.11 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.
This is a straightforward 26m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (River Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 16.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from City of Scranton, PA to Georgetown, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Wilkes-Barre along the way.
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