Origin
New Oxford, PA
Night in New Oxford on Sunday
Local time
10:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Oxford, PA to Scranton, PA
Drive Time
3h 18m
Distance
156.5 mi
252 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 7m
★
6 AM
3h 19m
8 AM
3h 43m
10 AM
3h 27m
12 PM
3h 25m
3 PM
3h 28m
5 PM
3h 42m
8 PM
3h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Oxford, PA
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
Connecting New Oxford to Scranton, this 156.5-mile journey takes approximately 3 hours and 18 minutes of driving time. Because the trip is manageable in a single day, you won't need to worry about overnight lodging unless you prefer a slower pace. Plan for roughly $26 in fuel expenses to cover the distance across the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. While the route is straightforward, it requires your attention due to the mix of local roads and highways. Whether you are traveling for business or a change of scenery, this trip offers a direct path between these two points without the need for extensive travel planning.
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
78.2 miles from New Oxford, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands more engagement than a standard interstate cruise. With only 17% of the route consisting of major highways, you will spend most of your time navigating local stretches rather than high-speed lanes. You will spend your longest uninterrupted segment covering 113.7 miles along the American Legion Memorial Highway. Expect the road conditions to shift as you transition between the Carlisle Pike, US 15, and the Memorial Highway. The character of the drive is defined by these technical, winding sections that provide a more hands-on experience behind the wheel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 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 113.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.3 miles in near PA 94 / Carlisle Pike.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 156.5 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 5.3 miles (PA 94 / Carlisle Pike): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.5 miles (I 83): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.3 mi into trip
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~10m in
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PA 94 / Carlisle Pike
Enter roundabout onto PA 94 / Carlisle Pike
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
29.6 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward PA 581 East: Harrisburg, York
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 PA 581 East: Harrisburg, York
7
36.5 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
I 83
Take the exit onto I 83 toward I 83 North, US 322 West: Hazleton, State College
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 83 North, US 322 West: Hazleton, State...
6
40.5 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward I 81 North: Hazleton, Allentown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 51B
Toward I 81 North: Hazleton, Allentown
7
155.9 mi into trip
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~3h 17m 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 Along This Route
Between New Oxford, PA and Scranton, PA, road signs point toward York, Hershey, State College and Allentown.
York
29.6 mi in
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~45m
Hershey
31.6 mi in
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~48m
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via PA 581
State College
36.5 mi in
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~54m
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via I 83
Allentown
40.5 mi in
|
~1h
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| American Legion Memorial Highway | 113.7 mi | 2h 13m |
| US 15 | 18.6 mi | 26m |
| Carlisle Pike | 8.9 mi | 13m |
| I 83 | 8.6 mi | 11m |
| American Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Berlin Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| River Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Cedar Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
American Legion Memorial Highway
— 113.7 mi, about 2h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Oxford, PA and Scranton, PA.
1
Start on US 30
417 ft
·
19 sec
·
Center Square
2
Continue on Carlisle Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Carlisle Street
3
Turn right onto Berlin Road
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Berlin Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto PA 94
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Carlisle Pike
5
Enter roundabout onto PA 94
183 ft
·
3 sec
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Carlisle Pike
6
Continue on PA 94
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Carlisle Pike
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
8
Merge onto US 15
14 mi
·
18 min
·
US 15
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on US 15
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
US 15
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward PA 581 East: Harrisburg, York
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto PA 581
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
American Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial Highway
12
Continue on PA 581
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
American Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial Highway
Exit 6A
Toward I 83 North: Harrisburg, Hershey
Use the none lane.
13
Merge onto I 83
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
I 83
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit onto I 83
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
I 83
Toward I 83 North, US 322 West: Hazleton, State College
Use the slight left lane.
15
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 51B
Toward I 81 North: Hazleton, Allentown
16
Merge onto I 81
114 mi
·
2 hr 13 min
·
American Legion Memorial Highway
Use the none lane.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward PA 307
18
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
19
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on Adams Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Adams Avenue
21
Turn left onto Biden Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Biden Street
22
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
135 ft
·
4 sec
·
Wyoming Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
Wyoming Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a one-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. With only one recommended stop, you can easily pace yourself to avoid fatigue during the 3-hour and 18-minute drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $26 estimated cost can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and local station prices. Make sure to account for the turn-heavy nature of the route when planning your timing, as it may take longer than a strictly highway-based commute. Given the technical local roads, prioritize daylight travel to ensure you can clearly navigate the frequent turns along the American Legion Memorial Highway.
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 78.2 miles from New Oxford, PA, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.7 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 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.2 miles or 1h 45m 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 44m
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 New Oxford, 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 New Oxford, PA
This is one driving day of about 156.5 miles and 3h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New Oxford, 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 113.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 78.2 mi from New Oxford, PA · 1h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 78.2 miles from New Oxford, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before American Legion Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 113.7 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.90 one way
$51.79 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $28.34 | $56.67 |
| premium | $4.92 | $30.33 | $60.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $34.77 | $69.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.9 | 0 | $16.43 | $7.51 |
| Efficient EV | 39.1 | 0 | $13.69 | $6.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.6 | 0 | $21.91 | $10.02 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Night in Scranton on Sunday
Local time
10:59 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
5 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
3h 18m 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 New Oxford, PA to Scranton, PA covers 156.5 miles and takes about 3h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are American Legion Memorial Highway, US 15, Carlisle Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 78.2 miles from New Oxford, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.90 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 17 significant decision points across 156.5 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 5.3 miles (PA 94 / Carlisle Pike): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.5 miles (I 83): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between New Oxford, PA and Scranton, PA, road signs point toward York, Hershey, State College and Allentown.
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