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Trip from Rayne, PA to Scranton, PA

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

4h 22m

Distance

226.6 mi

365 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$38

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 9m ★
6 AM
4h 22m
8 AM
4h 49m
10 AM
4h 32m
12 PM
4h 29m
3 PM
4h 33m
5 PM
4h 48m
8 PM
4h 14m

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

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Downtown Rayne, PA, PA

Rayne, PA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Rayne, PA to Scranton, PA covers 226.6 miles and takes about 4h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Keystone Shortway, I 81, PA 286 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 139.7 miles on Keystone Shortway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.57 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

113.3 miles from Rayne, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 22m. Total distance: 226.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (23%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

Expect a 4h 22m drive with frequent turns across 226.6 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 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 139.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in near PA 286.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 4h 22m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (PA 286): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 191.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 226 miles (Cedar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

5
4.2 mi into trip | ~10m in | PA 286

Turn sharp left onto PA 286

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

5
191.7 mi into trip | ~3h 37m 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
226 mi into trip | ~4h 21m in | Cedar Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
5
226.4 mi into trip | ~4h 21m in | Biden Street

Turn left onto Biden Street

Navigation decision point

5
226.6 mi into trip | ~4h 22m in | Wyoming Avenue

Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Keystone Shortway 139.7 mi 2h 31m
I 81 32.4 mi 39m
PA 286 16.4 mi 18m
Mahaffey Grampian Highway 9.8 mi 11m
Curwensville Grampian Road 4.7 mi 5m
Clearfield Shawville Highway 4.2 mi 6m
Burnside McGee Highway 4.2 mi 4m
Route 403 Highway North 3 mi 5m
Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 139.7 mi, about 2h 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rayne, PA and Scranton, PA.

1

Start on PA 403

3.0 mi · 5 min · Route 403 Highway North
2

Turn left onto Larch Road

462 ft · 20 sec · Larch Road
3

Continue on Larch Road

0.6 mi · 2 min · Larch Road
4

Turn left onto Hickory Road

0.5 mi · 2 min · Hickory Road
5

Turn sharp left onto PA 286

16 mi · 18 min · PA 286
6

Continue on US 219

4.2 mi · 4 min · Burnside McGee Highway
7

Continue on US 219

515 ft · 6 sec · Burnside - McGees Highway
8

Continue on US 219; PA 36

1.9 mi · 2 min · Colonel Drake Highway
9

Continue on US 219; PA 36

0.5 mi · 36 sec · West Main Street
10

Continue on US 219

9.8 mi · 11 min · Mahaffey Grampian Highway
11

Continue on US 219

0.7 mi · 47 sec · 1st Street
12

Continue on PA 879

4.7 mi · 5 min · Curwensville Grampian Road
13

Continue on PA 879

2.6 mi · 2 min · Curwensville Grampian Highway
14

Continue on PA 879

0.4 mi · 24 sec · Curwensville Grampain Highway
15

Continue on PA 879

2.0 mi · 2 min · Clearfield Curwensville Highway
16

Turn right onto PA 879

4.2 mi · 6 min · Clearfield Shawville Highway
17

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
18

Merge onto I 80

140 mi · 2 hr 31 min · Keystone Shortway
19

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 260B Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
20

Merge onto I 81

32 mi · 39 min · I 81
21

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward PA 307
22

Turn left onto River Street

1.0 mi · 1 min · River Street
23

At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue

0.3 mi · 31 sec · Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
24

Continue on Adams Avenue

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Adams Avenue
25

Turn left onto Biden Street

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Biden Street
26

Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue

135 ft · 4 sec · Wyoming Avenue
27

Arrive at destination

Wyoming Avenue

Trip Plan

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 113.3 miles from Rayne, PA, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 139.7 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 50 miles or 1h 3m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 113.3 miles or 2h 12m 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 31m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scranton, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

+

Open the route before leaving Rayne, 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 Rayne, PA

This is one driving day of about 226.6 miles and 4h 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Rayne, 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 139.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 113.3 mi from Rayne, PA · 2h 12m into the drive

borough in Centre County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

State College, PA

113 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

Clearfield, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bellefonte, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 113.3 miles from Rayne, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 139.7 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Johnstown Flood National Memorial

Johnstown Flood National Memorial

National Memorial

The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together...

28 mi from route ~69 min detour Free near mile 7.8
Park Closure: North Abutment Overlook Closure
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$37.57 one way

$75.13 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 79 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $41.14 $82.29
premium $4.93 $43.95 $87.89
diesel $5.61 $50.03 $100.06

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$38

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$63–$88

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 79.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 68 0 $23.79 $10.88
Efficient EV 56.7 0 $19.83 $9.06
EV Truck/SUV 90.6 1 $31.72 $14.50

Gas CO2

79 kg

EV CO2

27 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Rayne, PA

Afternoon in Rayne on Thursday

Local time

2:04 PM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Scranton, PA

Afternoon in Scranton on Thursday

Local time

2:04 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

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

4h 22m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Rayne, PA to Scranton, PA covers 226.6 miles and takes about 4h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, I 81, PA 286. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 113.3 miles from Rayne, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.57 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 22m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (PA 286): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 191.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 226 miles (Cedar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Rayne, PA to Scranton, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Johnstown Flood National Memorial.

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