Trip from City of Scranton, PA to Meyersdale, PA

Drive Time

5h 6m

Distance

262.8 mi

423 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 53m ★

6 AM

5h 6m

8 AM

5h 33m

10 AM

5h 16m

12 PM

5h 13m

3 PM

5h 17m

5 PM

5h 32m

8 PM

4h 58m

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

Meyersdale, PA

Jack Pace

Trip Overview

Spanning 262.8 miles across Pennsylvania, this trip connects Scranton to Meyersdale in approximately 5 hours and 6 minutes. You can easily complete this journey in a single day, as it is designed for a straightforward, efficient transit between the Northeast region and your destination. Budgeting around $43 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the trip. Since the drive is manageable in one go, you won't necessarily need to book an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. It serves as a practical link between these two points, offering a consistent driving experience without the requirement for multiple days on the road.

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

131.4 miles from City of Scranton, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a mixed driving experience that balances high-speed transit with more focused road segments. You will spend about 30% of your time on highways, with a significant portion of the route utilizing the Keystone Shortway, US 219, and I-99. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Keystone Shortway, where you’ll cover 98.5 miles of consistent pavement. As you transition between these major roads, the personality of the drive shifts from the faster, open highway pace to the more deliberate flow of US 219. This blend ensures you aren't stuck on a monotonous interstate for the entire duration, providing a varied feel behind the wheel.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 28 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?

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 34 miles in.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 262.8 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 34 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 133.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 157.7 miles (I 99; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 18 key points

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

34 mi into trip | ~42m in

Take the exit toward I-80 West: Bloomsburg

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 151B Toward I-80 West: Bloomsburg

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...

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

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220 toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda, Altoona

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

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

202.5 mi into trip | ~3h 49m in

Take the exit toward PA 53: Lilly, Portage

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 53: Lilly, Portage

260 mi into trip | ~5h in

Take the exit toward US 219 Business: Meyersdale, Garrett

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 US 219 Business: Meyersdale, Garrett

Towns Along This Route

Between City of Scranton, PA and Meyersdale, PA, road signs point toward Altoona, Hollidaysburg and Portage.

Altoona

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

Hollidaysburg

191.5 mi in | ~3h 36m

Portage

202.5 mi in | ~3h 49m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Keystone Shortway	98.5 mi	1h 47m
US 219	43.8 mi	49m
I 99	33.8 mi	36m
American Legion Memorial Highway	32.7 mi	39m
Jacksonville Road	24.2 mi	28m
William Penn Highway	9.7 mi	11m
Portage Street	9.5 mi	13m
Mason Dixon Highway	1.9 mi	3m

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 Meyersdale, 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

9.7 mi · 11 min · William Penn Highway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 55 sec

Toward PA 53: Lilly, Portage Use the slight right lane.

Turn left onto PA 53

1.2 mi · 1 min · West 2nd Street

Use the straight lane.

Continue on PA 53

0.9 mi · 1 min · Evergreen Street

Continue on PA 53

510 ft · 13 sec · Main Street

Turn left onto PA 53

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Cleveland Street

Turn right onto PA 53

9.5 mi · 13 min · Portage Street

Continue on PA 53

1.2 mi · 1 min · Railroad Street

Turn left

0.3 mi · 39 sec

Merge onto US 219

44 mi · 49 min · US 219

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Toward US 219 Business: Meyersdale, Garrett Use the slight right lane.

Turn left onto US 219 Business

1.9 mi · 3 min · Mason Dixon Highway

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 219 Business

0.5 mi · 52 sec · Grant Street

Turn left onto Center Street

106 ft · 10 sec · Center Street

Keep slight right at fork onto Meyers Avenue

313 ft · 13 sec · Meyers Avenue

Arrive at destination

Meyers Avenue

Trip Plan

To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 5-hour journey. Since the route involves a mix of highway and local road types, staying alert during the transition between the Keystone Shortway and US 219 is essential. If you want to avoid peak traffic, consider departing early in the morning to maximize daylight during your travel. With a total fuel cost estimate of $43, fueling up near Scranton before you head out is a smart way to start your trip with peace of mind. Flexibility is your best asset here, as the manageable duration allows you to adjust your pace based on how you feel throughout the day.

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 131.4 miles from City of Scranton, PA, or about 2h 28m 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 131.4 miles or 2h 28m 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 9m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Meyersdale, 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 262.8 miles and 5h 6m.

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 131.4 mi from City of Scranton, PA · 2h 28m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hornell, NY

131 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.

Corning, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 131.4 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 Meyersdale, PA

The final approach into Meyersdale, 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 Meyersdale, 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

$43.49 one way

$86.97 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 92 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$47.58	$95.17
premium	$4.92	$50.93	$101.85
diesel	$5.64	$58.39	$116.77

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$43

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$68–$93

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 91.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	78.8	0	$27.59	$12.61
Efficient EV	65.7	0	$23.00	$10.51
EV Truck/SUV	105.1	1	$36.79	$16.82

Gas CO2

92 kg

EV CO2

31 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

City of Scranton, PA

Evening in City of Scranton on Sunday

Local time

6:09 PM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Meyersdale, PA

Evening in Meyersdale on Sunday

Local time

6:09 PM

EDT

Current temp

80°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

22 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

5h 6m 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 City of Scranton, PA to Meyersdale, PA covers 262.8 miles and takes about 5h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Keystone Shortway, US 219, I 99. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 131.4 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 $43.49 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.

Between City of Scranton, PA and Meyersdale, PA, road signs point toward Altoona, Hollidaysburg and Portage.

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