Origin
North Catasauqua, PA
Night in North Catasauqua on Wednesday
Local time
9:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Catasauqua, PA to City of Scranton, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 32m
Distance
73 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 26m
★
6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 47m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 38m
5 PM
1h 46m
8 PM
1h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Catasauqua, PA
Michael Taccetta
City of Scranton, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from North Catasauqua to Scranton, expect a straightforward journey covering 73 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 32 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budget roughly $12 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Northeast Pennsylvania locations. Since the route is primarily highway-focused, it provides a consistent, reliable pace for travelers heading north. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick getaway, the trip is efficient and simple to navigate.
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
36.5 miles from North Catasauqua, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 73-mile route consists of 64% highway driving, offering a reliable experience for those who prefer interstate travel. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and I-81, which facilitate a steady flow of traffic. The most uninterrupted portion of your journey occurs on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, where you will cover a 38.5-mile stretch without needing to deviate. Your drive begins with a transition through local corridors like MacArthur Road before merging into these faster, high-capacity arteries. Overall, the road maintains a predictable, high-speed character that favors efficiency over technical maneuvering.
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.
Cypress Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from North Catasauqua, PA to City of Scranton, PA is easy. At 1h 32m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from North Catasauqua, PA to City of Scranton, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cypress Street | — | — |
| Eugene Street | — | — |
| Lehigh Street | — | — |
| MacArthur Road | — | — |
| Macarthur Road | — | — |
| South Best Avenue | — | — |
| North Best Avenue | — | — |
| Riverview Drive | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Cypress Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Catasauqua, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
1
Start on 4th Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
4th Street
2
Turn left onto Cypress Street
433 ft
·
9 sec
·
Cypress Street
3
Continue on Eugene Street
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Eugene Street
4
Continue on Lehigh Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Lehigh Street
5
Turn right onto MacArthur Road
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
MacArthur Road
6
Continue on Macarthur Road
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Macarthur Road
7
Continue on South Best Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Best Avenue
8
Continue on North Best Avenue
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
North Best Avenue
9
Continue on Riverview Drive
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Riverview Drive
10
At the end of the road, turn left onto Lehigh Drive
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Lehigh Drive
11
Turn right onto Interchange Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Interchange Road
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 476, PATP
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 476, PATP
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 476 North: Scranton
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
I 476 North: Scranton
14
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
39 mi
·
43 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
15
Take the exit slight right toward PA 315, I 81: Pittston, Scranton
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
PA 315, I 81: Pittston, Scranton
16
Keep slight right to continue on PA 315 North: Scranton
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
PA 315 North: Scranton
17
Merge slight left onto Chestnut Street
522 ft
·
9 sec
·
Chestnut Street
18
Take the exit straight toward I 81 North: Scranton
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 81 North: Scranton
19
Merge slight left
8.2 mi
·
9 min
20
Take the exit slight right toward PA 307
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
PA 307
21
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
22
At the end of the road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 1 hour and 32-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule to avoid peak congestion. Because there are no mandatory stops built into this 73-mile route, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing to plan for extended breaks. Keep in mind that your primary transit will rely on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and I-81, so ensure your toll transponder is ready before you start your engine. Budgeting your $12 fuel cost ahead of time will help keep your travel logistics simple. Taking the time to check traffic reports for the Turnpike before you leave North Catasauqua will ensure you have the smoothest experience possible.
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 36.5 miles from North Catasauqua, PA, or about 46m into the drive.
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 16 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.5 miles or 46m 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 18m
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 North Catasauqua, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North Catasauqua, PA
This is one driving day of about 73 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from North Catasauqua, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.5 mi from North Catasauqua, PA · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.5 miles from North Catasauqua, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.10 one way
$24.20 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $13.25 | $26.51 |
| premium | $4.93 | $14.16 | $28.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.12 | $32.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.66 | $3.50 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.39 | $2.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.22 | $4.67 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
City of Scranton, PA
Night in City of Scranton on Wednesday
Local time
9:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°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
17 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
1h 32m 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 North Catasauqua, PA to City of Scranton, PA covers 73 miles and takes about 1h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Cypress Street, Eugene Street, Lehigh Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.5 miles from North Catasauqua, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.10 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.
The drive from North Catasauqua, PA to City of Scranton, PA is easy. At 1h 32m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from North Catasauqua, PA to City of Scranton, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from North Catasauqua, PA to City of Scranton, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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