Trip from Luzerne, PA to City of Scranton, PA

Drive Time

6h 11m

Distance

304.6 mi

490 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$50

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

5h 58m ★

6 AM

6h 11m

8 AM

6h 37m

10 AM

6h 20m

12 PM

6h 18m

3 PM

6h 21m

5 PM

6h 35m

8 PM

6h 4m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Luzerne, PA

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City of Scranton, PA

Michael Taccetta

Trip Overview

Spanning 304.6 miles across Pennsylvania, this trip between Luzerne and Scranton is a substantial journey that takes approximately 6 hours and 11 minutes to complete. Because the route is categorized as a mixed drive, you can comfortably tackle the distance in a single day if you stay focused. Budgeting around $50 for fuel should cover your needs, provided you plan accordingly. You will navigate through the Northeast region, utilizing major thoroughfares like the Keystone Shortway, I-99, and the William Penn Highway. While it is certainly feasible as a one-day push, keep in mind that the total travel time requires a steady pace to reach your destination without feeling rushed.

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

152.3 miles from Luzerne, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 17m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a varied experience behind the wheel, as this route is only 32% highway-based. You will transition between high-speed interstate segments and more measured local driving, keeping the journey engaging throughout the 6-hour duration. The longest uninterrupted portion of your trip occurs on the Keystone Shortway, where you will spend 99.3 miles maintaining a consistent cruising speed. As you navigate the transition from the William Penn Highway to the other main roads, the character of the pavement and traffic density will shift noticeably. This mix ensures you aren't stuck in a repetitive interstate grind, though you should remain alert to changing road conditions as you move between regions.

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

There are about 29 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 99.3 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 47 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 304.6 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 47 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 112.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 154.4 miles (I 99; US 220; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 20 key points

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

47 mi into trip | ~1h 5m in

Take the exit toward US 22 East: Blairsville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward US 22 East: Blairsville

112.5 mi into trip | ~2h 33m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona

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

Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona

154.4 mi into trip | ~3h 19m in | I 99; US 220; US 322

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

170.6 mi into trip | ~3h 38m in

Turn left toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport

304.5 mi into trip | ~6h 10m in | Cedar Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

Towns Along This Route

Between Luzerne, PA and City of Scranton, PA, road signs point toward Pa Turnpike 66 North: Delmont and Bedford.

Pa Turnpike 66 North: Delmont

33.5 mi in | ~49m

Bedford

112 mi in | ~2h 32m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Keystone Shortway	99.3 mi	1h 47m
I 99	57.2 mi	1h 4m
William Penn Highway	51 mi	1h 6m
I 81	32.4 mi	39m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway	20 mi	27m
Admiral Peary Highway	13.7 mi	19m
Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass	12.9 mi	13m
Mon/Fayette Expressway	8.8 mi	9m

Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 99.3 mi, about 1h 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Luzerne, PA and City of Scranton, PA.

Start on Narrows Road

2.0 mi · 4 min · Narrows Road

Continue on Labelle Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Labelle Road

Turn sharp right onto T603

0.5 mi · 1 min · T603

Continue on Alicia Road

0.6 mi · 2 min · Alicia Road

Turn right onto Telegraph Road

377 ft · 9 sec · Telegraph Road

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 54 sec

Merge onto PA Tpke 43

8.8 mi · 9 min · Mon/Fayette Expressway

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 70 East: New Stanton

Merge onto I 70

20 mi · 27 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 1 min

Toward PA Turnpike 66 North: Delmont

Merge onto PA Tpke 66

13 mi · 13 min · Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass

Use the none lane.

Continue on PA 66

0.3 mi · 35 sec · PA 66

Use the right lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 48 sec

Toward US 22 East: Blairsville Use the right lane.

Merge onto US 22

34 mi · 47 min · William Penn Highway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 22

14 mi · 19 min · Admiral Peary Highway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 22

17 mi · 19 min · William Penn Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on this road

0.5 mi · 45 sec · this road

Toward I 99, US 220: Altoona, Bedford

Keep slight left at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min

Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona

Merge onto I 99; US 220

41 mi · 44 min · I 99; US 220

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322

4.0 mi · 4 min · I 99; US 220; US 322

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220

12 mi · 14 min · I 99; US 220

Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Bellefonte

Turn left

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 80; US 220

99 mi · 1 hr 47 min · Keystone Shortway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 260B Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre

Merge onto I 81

32 mi · 39 min · I 81

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Toward PA 307

Turn left onto River Street

1.0 mi · 1 min · River Street

At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Cedar Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Arrive at destination

Cedar Avenue

Trip Plan

For a smooth journey, try to depart early in the morning to account for the 6-hour and 11-minute drive time. Since the trip involves only one planned stop, use that break strategically to refuel and stretch your legs, especially given the $50 fuel budget. Because the route is a mix of highway and local roads, stay mindful of changing speed limits as you exit the Keystone Shortway for smaller stretches. Having your navigation ready is essential for these transitions, as the road personality changes frequently. With a 1-day recommended timeline, staying flexible with your departure window will help you avoid peak traffic periods and make the most of your time on the road.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 152.3 miles from Luzerne, PA, or about 3h 17m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 99.3 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 51m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 152.3 miles or 3h 17m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 5m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Scranton, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Luzerne, 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 Luzerne, PA

This is one driving day of about 304.6 miles and 6h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Luzerne, 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 99.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 152.3 mi from Luzerne, PA · 3h 17m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Jamestown, NY

152 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

Jamestown, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hornell, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 152.3 miles from Luzerne, 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 99.3 miles.

Arriving in City of Scranton, PA

The final approach into City of 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 City of 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

$50.40 one way

$100.81 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 107 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$55.15	$110.30
premium	$4.92	$59.03	$118.05
diesel	$5.64	$67.67	$135.34

Estimated Tolls: $1.52

Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass (12.9 mi) $0.90

Mon/Fayette Expressway (8.8 mi) $0.62

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

$50

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$77–$102

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 106.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	91.4	1	$31.98	$14.62
Efficient EV	76.2	0	$26.65	$12.18
EV Truck/SUV	121.8	1	$42.64	$19.49

Gas CO2

107 kg

EV CO2

36 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Luzerne, PA

Evening in Luzerne on Sunday

Local time

6:10 PM

EDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

City of Scranton, PA

Evening in City of Scranton on Sunday

Local time

6:10 PM

EDT

Current temp

58°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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

6h 11m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Luzerne, PA to City of Scranton, PA covers 304.6 miles and takes about 6h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Keystone Shortway, I 99, William Penn Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 152.3 miles from Luzerne, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $50.40 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

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 Luzerne, PA and City of Scranton, PA, road signs point toward Pa Turnpike 66 North: Delmont and Bedford.

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Trip from Luzerne, PA to City of Scranton, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in City of Scranton, PA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Luzerne, PA

City of Scranton, PA

Same local time

22 degrees cooler at arrival

6h 11m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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