Origin
Orwell, PA
Late night in Orwell on Wednesday
Local time
1:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Orwell, PA to City of Scranton, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 55m
Distance
71.9 mi
116 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 47m
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6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 12m
10 AM
2h 1m
12 PM
1h 59m
3 PM
2h 2m
5 PM
2h 11m
8 PM
1h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Orwell, PA
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City of Scranton, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
This 71.9-mile journey from Orwell, PA to the City of Scranton, PA takes approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes to complete. Designed as a single-day trip, it's a straightforward drive through Pennsylvania's Northeast region. You can expect a fuel cost of around $12 for this route. The drive is characterized by frequent turns, making it a more engaging local experience rather than a high-speed transit. With no designated stops in the data, you'll have the flexibility to discover points of interest as you go.
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
35.9 miles from Orwell, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for this trip, with only 20% of the journey on highways. The main roads guiding you are Roosevelt Highway, Grand Army of the Republic Highway, and PA 187. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 25 miles on Roosevelt Highway. This profile suggests a route that winds through local communities and varied terrain, rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. The road's personality will likely shift as you navigate through different sections of the Northeast.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Roosevelt Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 25 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 11 miles in near US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway.
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 71.9 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 11 miles (US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 48.4 miles (PA 92 / Pennsylvania Route 92): Lane positioning matters here; at 68.6 miles (PA 307 / North Keyser Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
11 mi into trip
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~17m in
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US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Turn sharp left onto US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
48.4 mi into trip
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~1h 12m in
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PA 92 / Pennsylvania Route 92
Turn right onto PA 92 / Pennsylvania Route 92
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
68.6 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
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PA 307 / North Keyser Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto PA 307 / North Keyser Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
68.7 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
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PA 307
Take the ramp onto PA 307 toward US 11 South, PA 307 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 11 South, PA 307 South
6
71.2 mi into trip
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~1h 53m in
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Penn Avenue
Turn right onto Penn Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt Highway | 25 mi | 39m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 21.4 mi | 30m |
| PA 187 | 9.3 mi | 13m |
| Morgan Highway | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| Pennsylvania Route 92 | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Winola Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| North Scranton Expressway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Orwell Hill Road | 1.6 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Roosevelt Highway
— 25 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orwell, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
1
Start on Orwell Hill Road
1.6 mi
·
4 min
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Orwell Hill Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto PA 187
9.3 mi
·
13 min
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PA 187
3
Turn sharp left onto US 6
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
4
Continue on US 6
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
5
Continue on US 6
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 6
7.4 mi
·
10 min
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Roosevelt Highway
7
Continue on US 6
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
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River Street
8
Continue on US 6
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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Main Street
9
Continue on US 6
7.4 mi
·
11 min
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Roosevelt Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn straight onto US 6
2.5 mi
·
4 min
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Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Toward US 6 Bypass East: Scranton
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto PA 92
2.9 mi
·
5 min
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Pennsylvania Route 92
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on PA 92
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Roosevelt Highway
13
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 307
2.2 mi
·
3 min
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Roosevelt Highway
14
Keep slight right at fork onto PA 307
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Roosevelt Highway
15
Continue on PA 307
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Airport Drive
16
Turn straight onto PA 307
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Winola Road
17
Turn slight right onto PA 307
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Morgan Highway
Use the left lane.
18
At end of road, turn left onto PA 307
308 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Keyser Avenue
Use the left lane.
19
Take the ramp onto PA 307
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
PA 307
Toward US 11 South, PA 307 South
Use the right lane.
20
Merge onto US 11; PA 307
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
North Scranton Expressway
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on US 11; PA 307
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
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Mulberry Street
Use the straight lane.
22
Turn right onto Penn Avenue
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
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Penn Avenue
Use the right lane.
23
At end of road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
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Lackawanna Avenue
24
Turn right onto CR 3023
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
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Cedar Avenue
25
Arrive at destination
Cedar Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 55-minute duration, this route is best tackled as a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in departure time. Since there are no planned stops, consider fueling up before you leave Orwell, PA, as the total fuel cost is estimated at $12. Keep an eye on your navigation, as the "turn-heavy local drive" profile means you'll be making frequent adjustments. The longest stretch on Roosevelt Highway is 25 miles, so plan your refreshment breaks around that point if needed.
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 35.9 miles from Orwell, PA, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25 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 71.9 miles or 1h 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.9 miles or 53m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Scranton, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Orwell, 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 Orwell, PA
This is one driving day of about 71.9 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Orwell, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Roosevelt Highway for about 25 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.9 mi from Orwell, PA · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 71.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.9 miles from Orwell, 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.
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
$11.92 one way
$23.84 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $13.06 | $26.11 |
| premium | $4.93 | $13.94 | $27.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.87 | $31.75 |
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: 25.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.55 | $3.45 |
| Efficient EV | 18 | 0 | $6.29 | $2.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.07 | $4.60 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Late night in City of Scranton on Wednesday
Local time
1:36 AM
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 55m 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 Orwell, PA to City of Scranton, PA covers 71.9 miles and takes about 1h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Roosevelt Highway, Grand Army of the Republic Highway, PA 187. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.9 miles from Orwell, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.92 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 71.9 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 11 miles (US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 48.4 miles (PA 92 / Pennsylvania Route 92): Lane positioning matters here; at 68.6 miles (PA 307 / North Keyser Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Orwell, PA to City of Scranton, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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