Origin
Martinsburg, PA
Late night in Martinsburg on Thursday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Martinsburg, PA to Scranton, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 57m
Distance
204.9 mi
330 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 44m
★
6 AM
3h 57m
8 AM
4h 23m
10 AM
4h 6m
12 PM
4h 4m
3 PM
4h 8m
5 PM
4h 22m
8 PM
3h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Martinsburg, PA
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Trip Overview
This 204.9-mile drive from Martinsburg, PA, to Scranton, PA, is easily manageable as a one-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 57 minutes. You'll be covering ground primarily on the Keystone Shortway and I-99 before transitioning to I-81. With a projected fuel cost of around $34, this route offers a straightforward journey through Pennsylvania's Northeast region. The mixed drive profile suggests you won't be stuck on a single type of road for the entire duration, making it a comfortable option for a single-day excursion. Plan for one stop along the way to break up the drive.
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
102.4 miles from Martinsburg, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a varied driving experience on this 204.9-mile route. With 46% of the journey on highways, you'll encounter some faster-paced sections, interspersed with other road types. The longest continuous stretch you'll navigate is 99.3 miles on the Keystone Shortway, offering a significant period of uninterrupted travel. This mixed drive profile means the road's character will shift, providing a dynamic journey rather than a monotonous interstate grind. You'll experience different driving conditions as you progress toward Scranton.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 20 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 54.2 miles in near I 99; US 220; US 322.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 204.9 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 54.2 miles (I 99; US 220; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.1 miles (I 99; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
54.2 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
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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.
6
58.1 mi into trip
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~1h 9m in
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I 99; US 220
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220 toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Bellefonte
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Bellefonte
7
70.4 mi into trip
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~1h 24m 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
5
170 mi into trip
|
~3h 12m in
Take the exit toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 260B
Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
7
204.3 mi into trip
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~3h 56m 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.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 99.3 mi | 1h 47m |
| I 99 | 62.5 mi | 1h 9m |
| I 81 | 32.4 mi | 39m |
| Woodbury Pike | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Cove Mountain Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| River Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Allegheny Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 99.3 mi, about 1h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Martinsburg, PA and Scranton, PA.
1
Start on PA 164
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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East Allegheny Street
2
Continue on PA 164
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Cove Mountain Road
3
Continue on PA 164
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
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East Main Street
4
Turn right onto PA 36; PA 164
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Woodbury Pike
5
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
this road
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
7
Merge onto I 99; US 220
46 mi
·
50 min
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I 99; US 220
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322
4.0 mi
·
4 min
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I 99; US 220; US 322
Use the straight lane.
9
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
10
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport
Use the left lane.
11
Merge onto I 80; US 220
99 mi
·
1 hr 47 min
·
Keystone Shortway
12
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 260B
Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
13
Merge onto I 81
32 mi
·
39 min
·
I 81
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward PA 307
15
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
16
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on Adams Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Adams Avenue
18
Turn left onto Biden Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Biden Street
19
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
135 ft
·
4 sec
·
Wyoming Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
Wyoming Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour and 57-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Martinsburg to maximize your daylight and avoid potential traffic. With a total distance of 204.9 miles, you can comfortably complete this trip in one day, with just one recommended stop. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 99.3-mile stretch on the Keystone Shortway, as services can be more spread out on longer highway segments. The estimated fuel cost is $34, so factor that into your budget. This route offers enough flexibility that you can decide on your stop timing as you go.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 102.4 miles from Martinsburg, PA, or about 1h 59m 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 45 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.4 miles or 1h 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 10m
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 Martinsburg, 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 Martinsburg, PA
This is one driving day of about 204.9 miles and 3h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Martinsburg, 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 102.4 mi from Martinsburg, PA · 1h 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
102 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 102.4 miles from Martinsburg, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 99.3 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
$33.97 one way
$67.94 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $37.20 | $74.41 |
| premium | $4.93 | $39.74 | $79.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.24 | $90.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.5 | 0 | $21.51 | $9.84 |
| Efficient EV | 51.2 | 0 | $17.93 | $8.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82 | 1 | $28.69 | $13.11 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Late night in Scranton on Thursday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Chance Rain Showers
SW 8 to 18 mph
27% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 5:13AM EDT by NWS State College PA
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
27 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
3h 57m 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 Martinsburg, PA to Scranton, PA covers 204.9 miles and takes about 3h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, I 99, I 81. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 102.4 miles from Martinsburg, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.97 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 204.9 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 54.2 miles (I 99; US 220; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.1 miles (I 99; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Martinsburg, PA to Scranton, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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