Origin
Saint Lawrence, PA
Afternoon in Saint Lawrence on Saturday
Local time
1:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Lawrence, PA to Scranton, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 12m
Distance
105.7 mi
170 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 3m
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6 AM
2h 13m
8 AM
2h 31m
10 AM
2h 19m
12 PM
2h 17m
3 PM
2h 20m
5 PM
2h 30m
8 PM
2h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Lawrence, PA
Jo Kassis
Trip Overview
Saint Lawrence, PA to Scranton, PA is 105.7 miles and takes about 2h 12m via I 81 and Pottsville Pike, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, making it a straightforward hop between two points. With a highway-focused profile and a travel time under three hours, this route is ideal for a single-day trip. You'll spend most of your time on major roadways, so expect efficient travel. Consider this an easy, no-fuss journey for when you need to get from point A to point B quickly.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.9 miles from Saint Lawrence, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 59.6 mi | 1h 10m |
| Pottsville Pike | 14.4 mi | 18m |
| Centre Turnpike | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| Joseph H. Long Boulevard | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| Route 61 South | 3 mi | 3m |
| Centre Avenue | 3 mi | 4m |
| South Claude A. Lord Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Perkiomen Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 59.6 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Lawrence, PA and Scranton, PA.
1
Start on Oley Turnpike Road
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
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Oley Turnpike Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 422 BUS
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Perkiomen Avenue
3
Continue on US 422 Business
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
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Howard Boulevard
4
Continue on US 422 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Mineral Spring Road
5
Turn slight right onto US 422 Business
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Perkiomen Avenue
6
Continue on US 422 Business Alternate
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Penn Street
7
Turn right onto US 222 BUS
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
North 5th Street
8
Turn slight left onto PA 61
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Centre Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on PA 61
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on PA 61
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Centre Avenue
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on PA 61
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on PA 61
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
·
Shoemaker Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on PA 61
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on PA 61
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
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South 4th Street
15
Continue on PA 61
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on PA 61
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Centre Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on PA 61
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 61 South
18
Continue on PA 61
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
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Pottsville Boulevard
19
Continue on PA 61
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Claude A. Lord Boulevard
20
Continue on PA 61
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Pottsville Saint Clair Highway
21
Continue on PA 61
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Joseph H. Long Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 81 North: Hazleton
23
Merge onto I 81
60 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 81
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward PA 307
25
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
26
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
27
Continue on Adams Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Adams Avenue
28
Turn left onto Biden Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Biden Street
29
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
135 ft
·
4 sec
·
Wyoming Avenue
30
Arrive at destination
Wyoming Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 2h 12m, this trip is perfectly suited for a same-day excursion. You could easily depart in the morning and arrive before lunch, or leave in the afternoon and be in Scranton with plenty of evening time. There are no specific stops suggested, so you can make this a direct drive or pull over as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is $18, and while it's not a long haul, it's always wise to start with a full tank. A practical tip for this route is to check real-time traffic on I 81 before you leave, as it's the longest stretch and can experience delays.
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 52.9 miles from Saint Lawrence, PA, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.6 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 23 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.9 miles or 1h 8m 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 48m
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 Saint Lawrence, 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 Saint Lawrence, PA
This is one driving day of about 105.7 miles and 2h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Saint Lawrence, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 59.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.8 miles from Saint Lawrence, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 105.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 422 BUS / Perkiomen Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto US 422 BUS / Perkiomen Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
3.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 222 BUS / North 5th Street
Turn right onto US 222 BUS / North 5th Street
Navigation decision point
7
105.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
|
Cedar Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
105.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
|
Biden Street
Turn left onto Biden Street
Navigation decision point
5
105.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
|
Wyoming Avenue
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.52 one way
$35.05 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $19.19 | $38.38 |
| premium | $4.93 | $20.50 | $41.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.34 | $46.67 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.74
Centre Turnpike
(10.6 mi)
$0.74
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
$18
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.7 | 0 | $11.10 | $5.07 |
| Efficient EV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.25 | $4.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.3 | 0 | $14.80 | $6.76 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Scranton, PA
Afternoon in Scranton on Saturday
Local time
1:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Mostly Sunny
SE 3 to 14 mph
3% chance
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
29 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
2h 12m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Appalachian National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...
21 mi from route
~53 min detour
Free
near mile 32.8
Park Closure: List of trail closures post-Hurricane Helene
Caution: Black Bears Frequenting the McAfee Knob Area in Virginia
Valley Forge National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...
27 mi from route
~68 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route leans heavily towards highway driving, with 70% of the journey on major interstates like I 81. You'll experience stretches of fast-paced travel, including a significant 59.6-mile segment on I 81 without needing to divert. While the primary roads are efficient, there are also sections utilizing Pottsville Pike and Centre Turnpike, which may offer a slightly different driving feel as you approach your destination. Expect a generally straightforward driving experience dominated by high-speed travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 59.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and Pottsville Pike. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 422 BUS / Perkiomen Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 105.7 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 422 BUS / Perkiomen Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.2 miles (US 222 BUS / North 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 105.1 miles (Cedar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Scranton, PA
Full guide →Scranton is a city in Northeastern Pennsylvania. It is near Wilkes-Barre, and is the seventh most populous city in the state. Today, it is perhaps best known as the setting of the hit TV show "The Office" and the birthplace of Joe Biden, the 46th President of the United States.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 12m. Total distance: 105.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Saint Lawrence, PA to Scranton, PA covers 105.7 miles and takes about 2h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, Pottsville Pike, Centre Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.9 miles from Saint Lawrence, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.52 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 105.7 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 422 BUS / Perkiomen Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.2 miles (US 222 BUS / North 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 105.1 miles (Cedar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Saint Lawrence, PA to Scranton, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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