This 131.9-mile journey from Marietta, PA to Scranton, PA will take approximately 2 hours and 52 minutes. Designed as a single-day trip, it navigates local roads, with no highway driving, estimated to cost around $22 in fuel. The route is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a more engaging and potentially slower pace than a direct interstate drive. Given its manageable distance and local road focus, this trip offers a chance to experience the Pennsylvania landscape at a more relaxed tempo. It's a straightforward excursion within the Northeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
65.9 miles from Marietta, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 33m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 52m. Total distance: 131.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 131.9-mile route, as indicated by the 0% highway share. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 103.1 miles along the American Legion Memorial Highway, offering a significant period of uninterrupted driving. The roads will likely feel more intimate and require consistent attention due to the frequent directional changes. This isn't a highway cruise; it's a more connected experience with the local infrastructure.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
American Legion Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 103.1 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near PA 441 / River Road.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 52m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (PA 441 / River Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.7 miles (PA 743 / North River Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.9 miles (PA 230; PA 743 / South Market Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|PA 441 / River Road
Turn sharp left onto PA 441 / River Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
2.7 mi into trip|~4m in|PA 743 / North River Street
Enter roundabout onto PA 743 / North River Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
7.9 mi into trip|~13m in|PA 230; PA 743 / South Market Street
At end of road, turn left onto PA 230; PA 743 / South Market Street
Navigation decision point
7
131.3 mi into trip|~2h 51m in|Cedar Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
131.7 mi into trip|~2h 52m in|Biden Street
Turn left onto Biden Street
Navigation decision point
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 Marietta, PA to Scranton, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Hazleton along the way.
Hazleton
26.8 mi in|~47m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
American Legion Memorial Highway
103.1 mi
2h
Hershey Road
5.6 mi
9m
Laudermilch Road
5.2 mi
8m
Maytown Road
5.2 mi
8m
Fishburn Road
2 mi
4m
Cocoa Avenue
1.3 mi
3m
South Market Street
1.3 mi
2m
River Road
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
American Legion Memorial Highway
— 103.1 mi, about 2h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marietta, PA and Scranton, PA.
1
Start on South New Haven Street
319 ft·16 sec·South New Haven Street
2
Turn right onto North Waterford Avenue
0.4 mi·1 min·North Waterford Avenue
3
Turn sharp left onto PA 441
1.0 mi·1 min·River Road
4
Turn right onto PA 743
0.6 mi·52 sec·Maytown Road
5
Continue on PA 743
0.7 mi·1 min·South River Street
6
Enter roundabout onto PA 743
170 ft·8 sec·North River Street
7
Continue on PA 743
506 ft·8 sec·North River Street
8
Continue on PA 743
3.9 mi·6 min·Maytown Road
9
Continue on PA 743
0.7 mi·1 min·Maytown Road
10
Continue on PA 743
0.5 mi·50 sec·Maytown Avenue
11
At end of road, turn left onto PA 230; PA 743
1.3 mi·2 min·South Market Street
12
Turn right onto PA 241; PA 743
0.1 mi·14 sec·Linden Avenue
13
Turn left onto PA 241; PA 743
0.5 mi·50 sec·North Hanover Street
14
Continue on PA 743
0.7 mi·1 min·Hershey Road
15
Continue on PA 743
0.2 mi·17 sec·Elizabethtown Road
16
Continue on PA 743; PA 341 Truck
4.9 mi·7 min·Hershey Road
17
Continue on PA 743
2.0 mi·4 min·Fishburn Road
18
Turn right onto PA 743
1.3 mi·3 min·Cocoa Avenue
19
Continue on PA 743
0.7 mi·1 min·Park Avenue
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn right onto PA 743
0.9 mi·1 min·Hersheypark Drive
21
Turn left onto PA 743
1.3 mi·1 min·Laudermilch Road
22
Continue on PA 743
0.5 mi·44 sec·Old Laudermilch Road
23
Turn straight onto PA 743
3.9 mi·6 min·Laudermilch Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
24
Continue on Bow Creek Road
0.4 mi·46 sec·Bow Creek Road
25
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
Toward I 81 North: Allentown, Hazleton
26
Merge onto I 81
103 mi·2 hr·American Legion Memorial Highway
27
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward PA 307
28
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi·1 min·River Street
29
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.3 mi·31 sec·Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Continue on Adams Avenue
0.1 mi·17 sec·Adams Avenue
31
Turn left onto Biden Street
0.2 mi·25 sec·Biden Street
32
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
135 ft·4 sec·Wyoming Avenue
33
Arrive at destination
Wyoming Avenue
Trip Plan
With a driving time of under 3 hours, this route from Marietta to Scranton offers excellent flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, perhaps in the mid-morning to avoid early rush traffic. Plan for one stop to break up the 131.9 miles and grab a refreshment, as the longest stretch without a turn is over 100 miles. Keep an eye on your GPS for the numerous turns, especially on roads like Hershey Road and Laudermilch Road, to stay on track efficiently. The $22 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to top off before you leave.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.9 miles from Marietta, PA, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 103.1 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 29 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.9 miles or 1h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 23m
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 Marietta, 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 Marietta, PA
This is one driving day of about 131.9 miles and 2h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Marietta, 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 American Legion Memorial Highway for about 103.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.9 mi from Marietta, PA
· 1h 33m into the drive
The midpoint is around 65.9 miles from Marietta, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before American Legion Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 103.1 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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Appalachian National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 36.4
Park Closure: List of trail closures post-Hurricane Helene
Caution: Black Bears Frequenting the McAfee Knob Area in Virginia
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
National Monument
More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...
28 mi from route
~71 min detour
Free
near mile 18.2
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.6
0
$13.85
$6.33
Efficient EV
33
0
$11.54
$5.28
EV Truck/SUV
52.8
0
$18.47
$8.44
Gas CO2
46 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Marietta, PA
Late night
in Marietta on Friday
Local time
3:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Scranton, PA
Late night
in Scranton on Friday
Local time
3:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 9 mph3% chanceLive forecast
42°F
East Franklin, PA
66 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
16 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
2h 52m 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 Marietta, PA to Scranton, PA covers 131.9 miles and takes about 2h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are American Legion Memorial Highway, Hershey Road, Laudermilch Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.9 miles from Marietta, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.87 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 52m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (PA 441 / River Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.7 miles (PA 743 / North River Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.9 miles (PA 230; PA 743 / South Market Street): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Marietta, PA to Scranton, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Hazleton along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
EV charging comes from the
NREL Alternative Fuels
dataset.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
methodology page
documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
