Origin
Lackawaxen, PA
Morning in Lackawaxen on Saturday
Local time
6:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lackawaxen, PA to Scranton, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
49.2 mi
79 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lackawaxen, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
The drive from Lackawaxen, PA to Scranton, PA covers 49.2 miles and takes about 1h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 84, PA 434, PA 590 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.4 miles on I 84. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.91 one way before food or hotel costs.
About the Cities
Arriving in Scranton, PA
Full guide →Scranton is a city in Northeastern Pennsylvania. It is near Wilkes-Barre, and is the seventh most populous city in the state. Today, it is perhaps best known as the setting of the hit TV show "The Office" and the birthplace of Joe Biden, the 46th President of the United States.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 49.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 9m highway drive covering 49.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 84 and PA 434. The longest continuous stretch is about 33.4 miles on I 84.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 33.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and PA 434. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Scenic Drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.2 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: near the start (Scenic Drive): Navigation decision point; at 10.4 miles (PA 739 / PA-739): Navigation decision point; at 44.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Scenic Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Scenic Drive
Navigation decision point
4
10.4 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
PA 739 / PA-739
Turn left onto PA 739 / PA-739
Navigation decision point
4
44.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward I 81 South: Wilkes-Barre
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 81 South: Wilkes-Barre
7
47.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward President Biden Expressway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 185
Toward President Biden Expressway
5
49.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
Wyoming Avenue
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 33.4 mi | 39m |
| PA 434 | 5.5 mi | 10m |
| PA 590 | 4.6 mi | 9m |
| American Legion Memorial Highway | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| President Biden Expressway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| PA-739 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Biden Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Scenic Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 33.4 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lackawaxen, PA and Scranton, PA.
1
Start on this road
131 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Scenic Drive
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
Scenic Drive
3
Turn straight onto PA 590
4.6 mi
·
9 min
·
PA 590
4
Continue on PA 434
5.5 mi
·
10 min
·
PA 434
5
Turn left onto PA 739
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
PA-739
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
7
Merge onto I 84
33 mi
·
39 min
·
I 84
8
Take the exit
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 81 South: Wilkes-Barre
9
Merge onto I 81
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
American Legion Memorial Highway
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 185
Toward President Biden Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on President Biden Expressway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
President Biden Expressway
12
Continue on US 11; PA 307
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 11; PA 307
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Continue on Biden Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Biden Street
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
135 ft
·
4 sec
·
Wyoming Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Wyoming Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.6 mi from Lackawaxen, PA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.6 miles from Lackawaxen, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Scranton, PA
The final approach into Scranton, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.91 one way
$15.83 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $8.91 | $17.82 |
| premium | $4.95 | $9.60 | $19.19 |
| diesel | $5.98 | $11.58 | $23.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.2 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
| Efficient EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.31 | $1.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.89 | $3.15 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Scranton, PA
Morning in Scranton on Saturday
Local time
6:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Partly Cloudy
E 2 mph
0% chance
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
14 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
1h 9m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Lackawaxen, PA to Scranton, PA covers 49.2 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 84, PA 434, PA 590. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.6 miles from Lackawaxen, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.91 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 49.2 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: near the start (Scenic Drive): Navigation decision point; at 10.4 miles (PA 739 / PA-739): Navigation decision point; at 44.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Lackawaxen, PA to Scranton, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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