Origin
City of Scranton, PA
Evening in City of Scranton on Sunday
Local time
7:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Scranton, PA to Kennett Square, PA
Drive Time
2h 54m
Distance
143 mi
230 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 44m
★
6 AM
2h 55m
8 AM
3h 17m
10 AM
3h 3m
12 PM
3h 0m
3 PM
3h 4m
5 PM
3h 16m
8 PM
2h 48m
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
Kennett Square, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Traveling from Scranton to Kennett Square covers 143 miles of Pennsylvania landscape, typically requiring about 2 hours and 54 minutes behind the wheel. This journey transitions you from the Northeast region into the heart of the state, making it a manageable single-day trip. Budgeting approximately $24 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the drive. Because the route relies heavily on major thoroughfares like the Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 202, you can expect a straightforward transit. Whether you are heading south for a quick getaway or a business trip, this itinerary offers a practical connection between these two distinct parts of the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
71.5 miles from City of Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 83% of this route consists of major road travel. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 94.1 miles. The road’s personality is defined by these fast-moving interstate segments, providing a consistent pace for the majority of the drive. As you transition from the Turnpike onto US 202, the environment shifts from high-speed corridors to the more localized traffic patterns characteristic of the approach to Kennett Square. It is a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes speed over technical maneuvering.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is the longest continuous segment at about 94.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Pennsylvania Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 143 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 10.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
10.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 476, I 81 North, PATP
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 I 476, I 81 North, PATP
6
10.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 476: Clarks Summit, Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 476: Clarks Summit, Allentown
6
105 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
Take the exit toward I 276 West: Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 276 West: Harrisburg
8
119 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
Take the exit toward PA 29: Phoenixville, Malvern
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 320
Toward PA 29: Phoenixville, Malvern
6
121.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 19m in
Take the ramp toward US 202 South: West Chester
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 202 South: West Chester
Towns Along This Route
Between City of Scranton, PA and Kennett Square, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Allentown and Malvern.
Patp
10.1 mi in
|
~12m
Allentown
10.1 mi in
|
~12m
Malvern
119 mi in
|
~2h 14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 94.1 mi | 1h 43m |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 13.5 mi | 14m |
| US 202 | 11.6 mi | 16m |
| American Legion Memorial Highway | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| West Street Road | 5.5 mi | 10m |
| East Baltimore Pike | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| North Morehall Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Lenape Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 94.1 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Scranton, PA and Kennett Square, PA.
1
Start on Cedar Avenue
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
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
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
American Legion Memorial Highway
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward PA 315 South: Pittston
7
Continue on PA 315
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
PA 315
8
Take the exit
343 ft
·
8 sec
Toward I 476, I 81 North, PATP
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 476: Clarks Summit, Allentown
10
Continue on this road
499 ft
·
17 sec
·
this road
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
12
Merge onto I 476; PATP
94 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 276 West: Harrisburg
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto I 276; PATP
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 320
Toward PA 29: Phoenixville, Malvern
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn left onto PA 29
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Morehall Road
17
Turn right onto Swedesford Road
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Swedesford Road
Use the none lane.
18
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward US 202 South: West Chester
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto US 202
9.9 mi
·
13 min
·
US 202
Use the none lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto US 202; US 322
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
US 202; US 322
Use the none lane.
21
Turn right onto PA 926
5.5 mi
·
10 min
·
West Street Road
Use the straight lane.
22
Turn left onto PA 52
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Lenape Road
Use the left lane.
23
Turn right onto US 1
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Baltimore Pike
Use the right lane.
24
Take the exit onto East Baltimore Pike
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Baltimore Pike
Toward Kennett Square
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Continue on East Old Baltimore Pike
373 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Old Baltimore Pike
26
Continue on Miller's Hill
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Miller's Hill
27
Continue on East State Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East State Street
28
Arrive at destination
East State Street
Trip Plan
Given the total duration of under three hours, a single well-timed stop is sufficient to keep you refreshed. Plan your departure to avoid peak traffic hours, especially as you transition onto US 202, where congestion can fluctuate. Because you will spend most of your time on the Turnpike system, keep your payment method ready for tolls to ensure a smooth flow through the interchanges. Since the route is relatively short, you have the flexibility to head out in the morning and reach your destination by midday without feeling rushed. Use your one planned break to stretch during that long 94.1-mile segment on the Turnpike Northeast Extension to stay alert for the final leg of your journey.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 71.5 miles from City of Scranton, PA, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.1 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.5 miles or 1h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kennett Square, 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 143 miles and 2h 54m.
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 Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 94.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 71.5 mi from City of Scranton, PA · 1h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 71.5 miles from City of Scranton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94.1 miles.
Arriving in Kennett Square, PA
The final approach into Kennett Square, 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 Kennett Square, 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
$23.66 one way
$47.33 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $25.89 | $51.78 |
| premium | $4.92 | $27.71 | $55.42 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $31.77 | $63.54 |
Estimated Tolls: $13.98
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(107.6 mi)
$13.98
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
$24
Tolls
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.9 | 0 | $15.01 | $6.86 |
| Efficient EV | 35.8 | 0 | $12.51 | $5.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.2 | 0 | $20.02 | $9.15 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% 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
Kennett Square, PA
Evening in Kennett Square on Sunday
Local time
7:28 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
2h 54m 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 Kennett Square, PA covers 143 miles and takes about 2h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 202. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 71.5 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 $23.66 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 143 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 10.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between City of Scranton, PA and Kennett Square, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Allentown and Malvern.
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