Origin
Langhorne, PA
Morning in Langhorne on Wednesday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Langhorne, PA to Scranton, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 26m
Distance
127.3 mi
205 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 16m
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6 AM
2h 26m
8 AM
2h 46m
10 AM
2h 33m
12 PM
2h 31m
3 PM
2h 34m
5 PM
2h 45m
8 PM
2h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Langhorne, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
This 127.3-mile journey from Langhorne, PA, to Scranton, PA, is easily managed as a day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 26 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 95% of the drive on major roads like the Pennsylvania Turnpike and I-81. You can expect a fuel cost of around $21 for this trip. Given its manageable length and straightforward path through the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, it's a convenient option for a quick getaway or a necessary commute without requiring an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
63.6 miles from Langhorne, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this 127.3-mile drive. You'll spend most of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and I-81, covering 95% of the route on these major arteries. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 94.1 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, meaning you'll be in a consistent highway driving mode for a considerable period. This profile suggests a focus on efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 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 0.8 miles in near US 1 / Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 127.3 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 0.8 miles (US 1 / Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 1 / Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
Merge onto US 1 / Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
3.9 mi into trip
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~6m in
Take the exit toward I 276 Toll, PATP Toll
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.
Toward I 276 Toll, PATP Toll
8
4.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown
7
21.5 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward I 476: Chester, Allentown
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: Chester, Allentown
7
126.6 mi into trip
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~2h 24m in
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Cedar Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Langhorne, PA to Scranton, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Allentown along the way.
Allentown
21.5 mi in
|
~25m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 94.1 mi | 1h 43m |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 17.1 mi | 18m |
| I 81 | 8.2 mi | 9m |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Lincoln Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| River Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Hulmeville Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Cedar Avenue | 0.3 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 Langhorne, PA and Scranton, PA.
1
Start on West Richardson Avenue
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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West Richardson Avenue
2
Turn left onto Hulmeville Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Hulmeville Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto Service Road
502 ft
·
10 sec
·
Service Road
4
Take the ramp
429 ft
·
10 sec
Toward US 1 South
5
Merge onto US 1
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 1
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lincoln Highway
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 276 Toll, PATP Toll
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 276; PATP
17 mi
·
18 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 476: Chester, Allentown
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 476 North: Allentown
12
Merge onto I 476; PATP
94 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA 315, I 81: Pittston, Scranton
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward PA 315 North: Scranton
15
Merge onto PA 315
523 ft
·
8 sec
·
Chestnut Street
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 81 North: Scranton
17
Merge onto I 81
8.2 mi
·
9 min
·
I 81
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward PA 307
19
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
20
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on Adams Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Adams Avenue
22
Turn left onto Biden Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Biden Street
23
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
135 ft
·
4 sec
·
Wyoming Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
Wyoming Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 26-minute drive, leaving in the morning or early afternoon will help you avoid potential peak traffic, especially as you merge onto the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Since it's a relatively short trip at 127.3 miles, you have flexibility with stops, but plan for at least one break to stretch your legs, perhaps around the halfway mark. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the longest stretch without a major exit is over 94 miles. The estimated fuel cost is $21, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before departing Langhorne.
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 63.6 miles from Langhorne, PA, or about 1h 13m 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 63.6 miles or 1h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scranton, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Langhorne, 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 Langhorne, PA
This is one driving day of about 127.3 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Langhorne, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
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 63.6 mi from Langhorne, PA · 1h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 63.6 miles from Langhorne, 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 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Scranton, 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
$21.10 one way
$42.21 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $23.11 | $46.23 |
| premium | $4.93 | $24.69 | $49.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.11 | $56.21 |
Estimated Tolls: $14.45
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(111.1 mi)
$14.45
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
$21
Tolls
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.2 | 0 | $13.37 | $6.11 |
| Efficient EV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.14 | $5.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.9 | 0 | $17.82 | $8.15 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Scranton, PA
Morning in Scranton on Wednesday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Ramapo, NY
64 mi in
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
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 26m 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 Langhorne, PA to Scranton, PA covers 127.3 miles and takes about 2h 26m 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, I 81. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.6 miles from Langhorne, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.10 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 is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 127.3 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 0.8 miles (US 1 / Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Langhorne, PA to Scranton, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Allentown along the way.
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