Origin
Scranton, PA
Afternoon in Scranton on Friday
Local time
3:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scranton, PA to Bryn Mawr, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 17m
Distance
114.9 mi
185 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 8m
★
6 AM
2h 18m
8 AM
2h 37m
10 AM
2h 24m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 25m
5 PM
2h 36m
8 PM
2h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bryn Mawr, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Scranton to Bryn Mawr is 114.9 miles and takes about 2h 17m via Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, American Legion Memorial Highway, and West Montgomery Avenue, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive that's mostly highway, making it a convenient option if you're looking for a quick trip between these two points. Given the relatively short duration, it's best suited for a single-day journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57.5 miles from Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 17m. Total distance: 114.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 86% of the journey taking place on faster roads. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 95 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, which should allow for steady progress. The route uses major arteries like the American Legion Memorial Highway and West Montgomery Avenue, suggesting a consistent, efficient driving experience. Expect a fairly direct path with minimal deviations onto slower, local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 95 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and American Legion Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 114.9 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 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.1 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 109.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
10.5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward I 476, I 81 North, PATP
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, I 81 North, PATP
7
106.1 mi into trip
|
~2h in
|
I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
8
109.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
Take the exit toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 16
Toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Vall...
8
110 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 West: Valley Forge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 16B
Toward I 76 West: Valley Forge
8
110.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Conshohocken
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Conshohocken
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Scranton, PA and Bryn Mawr, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Allentown.
Patp
10.5 mi in
|
~14m
Allentown
10.6 mi in
|
~14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 95 mi | 1h 44m |
| American Legion Memorial Highway | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| West Montgomery Avenue | 3.6 mi | 8m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Matsonford Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| River Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Cedar Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Lackawanna Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 95 mi, about 1h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scranton, PA and Bryn Mawr, PA.
1
Start on Wyoming Avenue
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
·
Wyoming Avenue
2
At end of road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Lackawanna Avenue
3
Turn right onto CR 3023
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
4
Continue on Cedar Avenue
400 ft
·
12 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
5
Turn left onto River Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
7
Merge onto I 81
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
American Legion Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward PA 315 South: Pittston
9
Continue on PA 315
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
PA 315
10
Take the exit
343 ft
·
8 sec
Toward I 476, I 81 North, PATP
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 476: Clarks Summit, Allentown
12
Continue on this road
499 ft
·
17 sec
·
this road
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
14
Merge onto I 476; PATP
94 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 476; PATP
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Exit 20
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the slight left lane.
17
Continue on I 476
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 16
Toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge
Use the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork
521 ft
·
12 sec
Exit 16B
Toward I 76 West: Valley Forge
Use the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Toward Conshohocken
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
21
Turn left onto Matsonford Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Matsonford Road
Use the left lane.
22
Turn left onto PA 320
3.6 mi
·
8 min
·
West Montgomery Avenue
23
Turn sharp left onto New Gulph Road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
New Gulph Road
24
Turn right onto Avon Road
390 ft
·
19 sec
·
Avon Road
25
Turn right
109 ft
·
7 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of just over two hours, this is an ideal same-day trip, so you can leave whenever it suits you best. You won't need to plan for extensive stops, but there are opportunities to stretch your legs along the way. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the 95-mile stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, as services can be spaced out. The estimated fuel cost of $19 is quite reasonable for this distance.
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 57.5 miles from Scranton, PA, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 95 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 25 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.5 miles or 1h 6m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bryn Mawr, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Scranton, 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 Scranton, PA
This is one driving day of about 114.9 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Scranton, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 95 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.5 mi from Scranton, PA · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.5 miles from Scranton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 95 miles.
Arriving in Bryn Mawr, PA
The final approach into Bryn Mawr, 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 Bryn Mawr, 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
$19.05 one way
$38.10 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $20.86 | $41.73 |
| premium | $4.93 | $22.28 | $44.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.37 | $50.74 |
Estimated Tolls: $12.35
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(95 mi)
$12.35
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
$19
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.5 | 0 | $12.06 | $5.52 |
| Efficient EV | 28.7 | 0 | $10.05 | $4.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46 | 0 | $16.09 | $7.35 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Bryn Mawr, PA
Afternoon in Bryn Mawr on Friday
Local time
3:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
4 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 17m 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 Scranton, PA to Bryn Mawr, PA covers 114.9 miles and takes about 2h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, American Legion Memorial Highway, West Montgomery Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.5 miles from Scranton, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.05 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 19 significant decision points across 114.9 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 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.1 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 109.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Scranton, PA and Bryn Mawr, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Allentown.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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