Origin
Clarks Summit, PA
Evening in Clarks Summit on Wednesday
Local time
8:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clarks Summit, PA to City of Scranton, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
14m
Distance
7.7 mi
12 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clarks Summit, PA
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City of Scranton, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Traveling from Clarks Summit to the city of Scranton is a short, straightforward commute covering just 7.7 miles. You can expect to spend about 15 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect quick trip that requires only a single day to complete. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, you won't encounter any significant regional changes. Budgeting for this drive is incredibly easy, as you should only need about $1 in fuel to make the journey. Whether you are heading into the city for business or leisure, this route is practical and efficient, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
3.9 miles from Clarks Summit, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway cruise, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will navigate using Atherton Street, West Grove Street, and the Morgan Highway to reach your destination. Because the longest stretch of road is zero miles on Atherton Street, you will find yourself navigating frequent turns throughout the entire 15-minute duration. This is not the type of trip where you set the cruise control and relax; instead, it requires your full attention as you transition between local roads. It is a functional, technical drive that gets you from point A to point B without any high-speed interstate stretches.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Morgan Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 3.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near PA 307 / Morgan Highway.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 7.7 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (PA 307 / Morgan Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles (PA 307 / North Keyser Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles (PA 307): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
PA 307 / Morgan Highway
Turn left onto PA 307 / Morgan Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
4.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
PA 307 / North Keyser Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto PA 307 / North Keyser Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
4.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
PA 307
Take the ramp onto PA 307 toward US 11 South, PA 307 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 11 South, PA 307 South
5
4.7 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
US 11; PA 307 / North Scranton Expressway
Merge onto US 11; PA 307 / North Scranton Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Penn Avenue
Turn right onto Penn Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Morgan Highway | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| North Scranton Expressway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| West Grove Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Penn Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Lackawanna Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| PA 307 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Mulberry Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Atherton Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Morgan Highway
— 3.9 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarks Summit, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
1
Start on Electric Street
62 ft
·
4 sec
·
Electric Street
2
Turn right onto Atherton Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Atherton Street
3
Turn right onto West Grove Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Grove Street
4
Turn left onto PA 307
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Morgan Highway
Use the left lane.
5
At end of road, turn left onto PA 307
308 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Keyser Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp onto PA 307
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
PA 307
Toward US 11 South, PA 307 South
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto US 11; PA 307
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
North Scranton Expressway
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 11; PA 307
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Mulberry Street
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn right onto Penn Avenue
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Penn Avenue
Use the right lane.
10
At end of road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Lackawanna Avenue
11
Turn right onto CR 3023
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
Cedar Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is such a brief 7.7-mile excursion, you have the advantage of total flexibility regarding your departure time. You do not need to worry about planning for rest stops or overnight stays, as the duration is so minimal. However, because the route relies entirely on local streets, be mindful of typical urban traffic patterns that might fluctuate throughout the day. Given the turn-heavy nature of these roads, stay alert at every intersection rather than relying on long, straight stretches to make up time. A solid tip for this drive is to check your navigation app before leaving, as the mix of local roads like the Morgan Highway can be sensitive to minor traffic delays during peak commuting hours.
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 3.9 miles from Clarks Summit, PA, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.9 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 7.7 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.9 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Scranton, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Clarks Summit, PA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Clarks Summit, PA
This is one driving day of about 7.7 miles and 14m.
At 7.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Morgan Highway for about 3.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.9 mi from Clarks Summit, PA · 7m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 7.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.9 miles from Clarks Summit, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in City of Scranton, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into City of Scranton, PA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.28 one way
$2.55 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.40 | $2.80 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.49 | $2.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.70 | $3.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.81 | $0.37 |
| Efficient EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.67 | $0.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.08 | $0.49 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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
City of Scranton, PA
Evening in City of Scranton on Wednesday
Local time
8:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
14m 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 Clarks Summit, PA to City of Scranton, PA covers 7.7 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Morgan Highway, North Scranton Expressway, West Grove Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.9 miles from Clarks Summit, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.28 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 7.7 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (PA 307 / Morgan Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles (PA 307 / North Keyser Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles (PA 307): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Clarks Summit, PA to City of Scranton, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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