Trip from Oxford, PA to City of Scranton, PA

Drive Time

3h 13m

Distance

158.7 mi

255 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

3h 2m ★

6 AM

3h 14m

8 AM

3h 38m

10 AM

3h 22m

12 PM

3h 20m

3 PM

3h 23m

5 PM

3h 36m

8 PM

3h 7m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Oxford, PA

Milan

City of Scranton, PA

Michael Taccetta

Trip Overview

Traveling from Oxford to Scranton covers approximately 158.7 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 13 minutes behind the wheel. This route is an efficient highway-focused journey that utilizes the Pennsylvania Turnpike, the Turnpike Northeast Extension, and I-81. Because the entire drive is manageable within a single day, you likely won't need an overnight stay unless you have specific business in the Scranton area. Budgeting around $26 for fuel should cover your needs for this Northeast Pennsylvania transit. It is a straightforward trek that connects the southern edge of the state to the north, making it a practical choice for those who value speed and direct access over backroad exploration.

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

79.3 miles from Oxford, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a trip defined by high-speed transit, as roughly 78% of your travel time will be spent on major highways. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, especially during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 94.3 miles along the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The character of the road is functional and designed for distance, moving you steadily across the landscape rather than winding through local towns. While the highway environment remains consistent, you should prepare for the transition between the turnpike system and the I-81 corridor. It is a no-nonsense driving experience that prioritizes efficiency for the modern commuter.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is the longest continuous segment at about 94.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Pennsylvania Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 19.5 miles in near US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 158.7 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 19.5 miles (US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

19.5 mi into trip | ~32m in | US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass

Merge onto US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

26.4 mi into trip | ~41m in

Take the exit toward PA 113 North: Lionville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward PA 113 North: Lionville

31.3 mi into trip | ~50m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, New Jersey

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, New Jersey

53.2 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in

Take the exit toward I 476 North: Northeast Extension, Allentown

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 I 476 North: Northeast Extension, Allent...

158.5 mi into trip | ~3h 13m in | 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 Oxford, PA and City of Scranton, PA, road signs point toward Patp, New Jersey, Allentown and Scranton.

Patp

30.9 mi in | ~49m

New Jersey

31.3 mi in | ~50m

Allentown

53.2 mi in | ~1h 14m

Scranton

147.9 mi in | ~2h 59m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension	94.3 mi	1h 44m
Pennsylvania Turnpike	21.6 mi	23m
I 81	8.2 mi	9m
Limestone Road	8.2 mi	12m
Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass	6.9 mi	9m
Gum Tree Road	4.2 mi	5m
West Uwchlan Avenue	3.4 mi	6m
Buck Run Road	3 mi	6m

Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension — 94.3 mi, about 1h 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Oxford, PA and City of Scranton, PA.

Start on PA 10

0.5 mi · 1 min · North 3rd Street

Continue on PA 10

8.2 mi · 12 min · Limestone Road

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn right onto Gum Tree Road

4.2 mi · 5 min · Gum Tree Road

Continue on Buck Run Road

3.0 mi · 6 min · Buck Run Road

Continue on Youngsburg Road

0.6 mi · 59 sec · Youngsburg Road

Continue on South 1st Avenue

2.8 mi · 4 min · South 1st Avenue

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 21 sec

Toward US 30 East

Merge onto US 30

6.9 mi · 9 min · Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 47 sec

Toward PA 113 North: Lionville Use the right lane.

Turn straight onto PA 113

3.4 mi · 6 min · West Uwchlan Avenue

Turn left onto PA 100

0.8 mi · 1 min · Pottstown Pike

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 45 sec

Toward PATP

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 17 sec

Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, New Jersey Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 76; PATP

22 mi · 23 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Toward I 476 North: Northeast Extension, Allentown Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 476; PATP

94 mi · 1 hr 44 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward PA 315, I 81: Pittston, Scranton

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Toward PA 315 North: Scranton

Merge onto PA 315

523 ft · 8 sec · Chestnut Street

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Toward I 81 North: Scranton

Merge onto I 81

8.2 mi · 9 min · I 81

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Toward PA 307

Turn left onto River Street

1.0 mi · 1 min · River Street

At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Cedar Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Arrive at destination

Cedar Avenue

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though planning for one well-timed stop will help you stay refreshed. Keep in mind that with only one recommended stop, you should aim to stretch your legs roughly halfway through the 3-hour and 13-minute duration to maintain focus. Monitor your fuel gauge before entering the long 94.3-mile stretch on the Northeast Extension to avoid unnecessary stress on the road. If you are traveling during peak weekday hours, check traffic reports for I-81, as congestion can occasionally impact your arrival time. Using this direct approach allows you to reach your destination without the fatigue often associated with more technical or rural routes.

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 79.3 miles from Oxford, PA, or about 1h 43m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.3 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 80 miles or 1h 44m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 79.3 miles or 1h 43m 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 39m

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 Oxford, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Oxford, PA

This is one driving day of about 158.7 miles and 3h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 94.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 79.3 mi from Oxford, PA · 1h 43m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

79 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 79.3 miles from Oxford, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94.3 miles.

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

$26.26 one way

$52.52 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 56 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$28.73	$57.47
premium	$4.92	$30.75	$61.51
diesel	$5.64	$35.26	$70.52

Estimated Tolls: $15.07

Pennsylvania Turnpike (115.9 mi) $15.07

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Tolls

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$66–$91

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 55.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	47.6	$16.66	$7.62
Efficient EV	39.7	$13.89	$6.35
EV Truck/SUV	63.5	$22.22	$10.16

Gas CO2

56 kg

EV CO2

19 kg (66% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Oxford, PA

Evening in Oxford on Sunday

Local time

8:35 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

City of Scranton, PA

Evening in City of Scranton on Sunday

Local time

8:35 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

3 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 13m 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 Oxford, PA to City of Scranton, PA covers 158.7 miles and takes about 3h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Pennsylvania Turnpike, I 81. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 79.3 miles from Oxford, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.26 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.

Between Oxford, PA and City of Scranton, PA, road signs point toward Patp, New Jersey, Allentown and Scranton.

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Trip from Oxford, PA to City of Scranton, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in City of Scranton, PA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Oxford, PA

City of Scranton, PA

Same local time

3 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 13m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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