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
Trip from City of Scranton, PA to Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
Drive Time
5h 18m
Distance
311.4 mi
501 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 5m
★
6 AM
5h 18m
8 AM
5h 45m
10 AM
5h 28m
12 PM
5h 25m
3 PM
5h 29m
5 PM
5h 44m
8 PM
5h 10m
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
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Traveling from Scranton to Bethel Park covers 311.4 miles and typically takes about 5 hours and 18 minutes of driving time. Because this route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, it functions best as a focused, single-day trip. Budgeting approximately $50 for fuel should cover your needs for the journey. You will be traveling entirely within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region toward the western side of the state. While the drive is manageable in one go, you should plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the time behind the wheel.
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
155.7 miles from City of Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 311.4-mile journey is defined by its turn-heavy, local nature rather than high-speed interstate cruising. You will navigate via Cedar Avenue, River Street, and the American Legion Memorial Highway, experiencing a 0% highway share throughout the trip. Because the route is composed of local roads, there is no single long, uninterrupted stretch to settle into, requiring your full attention on navigation. Expect a technical driving experience that contrasts sharply with the efficiency of a typical highway commute. The road's personality is demanding, keeping you engaged with constant turns as you make your way across the state.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Cedar Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 18m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from City of Scranton, PA to Municipality of Bethel Park, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| River Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| American Legion Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I-80 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Keystone Shortway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 99 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jacksonville Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 22 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Cedar Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Scranton, PA and Municipality of Bethel Park, PA.
1
Start on Cedar Avenue
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
2
Continue on Cedar Avenue
400 ft
·
13 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
3
Turn left onto River Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
4
Take the ramp right
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
5
Merge slight left onto American Legion Memorial Highway
33 mi
·
39 min
·
American Legion Memorial Highway
6
Take the exit slight right toward I-80 West: Bloomsburg
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I-80 West: Bloomsburg
7
Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway
99 mi
·
1 hr 47 min
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Keystone Shortway
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
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I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte
9
Turn left onto Jacksonville Road
24 mi
·
28 min
·
Jacksonville Road
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda, Altoona
34 mi
·
36 min
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I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda, Altoona
11
Take the exit slight right toward US 22: Ebensburg, Hollidaysburg
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 22: Ebensburg, Hollidaysburg
12
Continue straight
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
13
Continue on William Penn Highway
16 mi
·
19 min
·
William Penn Highway
14
Continue on Admiral Peary Highway
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Admiral Peary Highway
15
Continue on William Penn Highway
45 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
William Penn Highway
16
Keep slight right to continue on Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
17
Take the exit right toward PA 885 South: Glenwood
479 ft
·
24 sec
·
PA 885 South: Glenwood
18
Turn right onto Bates Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Bates Street
19
Turn left onto Second Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Second Avenue
20
Turn right onto Hot Metal Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Hot Metal Street
21
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Carson Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Carson Street
22
Turn right onto Becks Run Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Becks Run Road
23
Continue on Biscayne Drive
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Biscayne Drive
24
At the end of the road, turn right onto Maytide Street
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
Maytide Street
25
Turn left onto Saw Mill Run Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Saw Mill Run Boulevard
26
Take the exit slight right
3.0 mi
·
6 min
27
Turn slight right onto Milford Drive
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Milford Drive
28
Turn left onto Hillcrest Street
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Hillcrest Street
29
Continue on Bethel Church Road
364 ft
·
12 sec
·
Bethel Church Road
30
At the end of the road, turn right onto Bethel Church Road
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Bethel Church Road
31
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Highland Avenue
32
Turn slight right onto West Library Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Library Avenue
33
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Park Road
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
South Park Road
34
Turn left onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
35
Turn left onto Oak Street
259 ft
·
11 sec
·
Oak Street
36
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 5-hour and 18-minute drive, aim to depart early in the morning to navigate local roads while traffic is lighter. Since the route involves constant turning rather than highway cruising, plan for at least one rest stop to stretch your legs and reset your focus. Keep your $50 fuel budget handy, as local roads may offer different refueling options compared to major interstates. Because this is a turn-heavy drive with no significant highway stretches, prioritize patience and double-check your navigation frequently. Staying alert is essential, as the lack of long, straight highway segments means you will be actively steering for the duration of the trip.
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 155.7 miles from City of Scranton, PA, or about 2h 39m into the drive.
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 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 155.7 miles or 2h 39m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Municipality of Bethel Park, 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 311.4 miles and 5h 18m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 155.7 mi from City of Scranton, PA · 2h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
156 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 155.7 miles from City of Scranton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
The final approach into Municipality of Bethel Park, 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 Municipality of Bethel Park, 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
$51.53 one way
$103.06 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
109 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $56.38 | $112.77 |
| premium | $4.92 | $60.34 | $120.69 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $69.18 | $138.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 109 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 93.4 | 1 | $32.70 | $14.95 |
| Efficient EV | 77.9 | 0 | $27.25 | $12.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 124.6 | 1 | $43.60 | $19.93 |
Gas CO2
109 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.
Destination
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
Evening in Municipality of Bethel Park on Sunday
Local time
6:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
2 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 18m 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 Municipality of Bethel Park, PA covers 311.4 miles and takes about 5h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Cedar Avenue, River Street, American Legion Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 155.7 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 $51.53 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.
This is a straightforward 5h 18m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from City of Scranton, PA to Municipality of Bethel Park, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from City of Scranton, PA to Municipality of Bethel Park, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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