Origin
Scranton, PA
Night in Scranton on Friday
Local time
10:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Scranton, PA to Lafayette, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 52m
Distance
245.3 mi
395 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 39m
★
6 AM
4h 53m
8 AM
5h 20m
10 AM
5h 2m
12 PM
5h 0m
3 PM
5h 4m
5 PM
5h 19m
8 PM
4h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lafayette, PA
Ann H
Trip Overview
Scranton to Lafayette is 245.3 miles and takes about 4h 52m via Keystone Shortway, with a fuel budget near $41 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. Expect a local road feel with frequent turns rather than a high-speed interstate experience. With a recommended single day for this trip, you'll have flexibility in your timing and can decide on the fly if you want to make any detours.
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
122.7 miles from Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 19m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 52m. Total distance: 245.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route features a significant amount of local driving, indicated by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. Only about 10% of the journey is on highways, so be prepared for a more engaging driving experience with frequent changes in direction. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 148.3 miles along the Keystone Shortway. As you progress, the road will likely transition between these highway segments and more winding local roads, requiring your full attention.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 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 148.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Lackawanna Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 245.3 miles you will encounter 17 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 0.1 miles (Lackawanna Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.3 miles (CR 3023 / Cedar Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (River Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Lackawanna Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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CR 3023 / Cedar Avenue
Turn right onto CR 3023 / Cedar Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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River Street
Turn left onto River Street
Navigation decision point
5
34.4 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward I-80 West: Bloomsburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 151B
Toward I-80 West: Bloomsburg
5
183.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 25m in
Take the exit toward PA 153: Clearfield, Penfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 153: Clearfield, Penfield
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Scranton, PA to Lafayette, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Penfield along the way.
Penfield
183.4 mi in
|
~3h 25m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 148.3 mi | 2h 40m |
| American Legion Memorial Highway | 32.7 mi | 39m |
| US 219 | 24.9 mi | 28m |
| Bennetts Valley Highway | 10.5 mi | 16m |
| Million Dollar Highway | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| State Park Road | 7.5 mi | 13m |
| Johnsonburg Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Johnsonburg-Saint Marys Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 148.3 mi, about 2h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scranton, PA and Lafayette, 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
33 mi
·
39 min
·
American Legion Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 151B
Toward I-80 West: Bloomsburg
9
Merge onto I 80
148 mi
·
2 hr 40 min
·
Keystone Shortway
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA 153: Clearfield, Penfield
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
12
Turn straight onto PA 153
7.5 mi
·
13 min
·
State Park Road
13
Turn right onto PA 255
7.9 mi
·
12 min
·
Bennetts Valley Highway
14
Continue on PA 255
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Million Dollar Highway
15
Continue on PA 255
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Bennetts Valley Highway
16
Turn straight onto PA 255
8.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Million Dollar Highway
17
Continue on PA 120; PA 255
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
South Saint Marys Street
18
Turn right onto PA 120; PA 255
147 ft
·
3 sec
·
Railroad Street
19
Turn left onto PA 120; PA 255
382 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Michael Street
20
Continue on PA 255
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
North Michael Street
21
Turn left onto PA 255
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Maurus Street
22
Continue on PA 255
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Johnsonburg Road
23
Continue on PA 255
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Johnsonburg-Saint Marys Road
24
Continue on PA 255
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Powers Avenue
25
Keep slight right at fork
149 ft
·
5 sec
26
Merge onto US 219
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
US 219
27
Keep slight right at fork onto US 219
18 mi
·
20 min
·
US 219
28
Turn right onto PA 59
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Mt Alton Road
29
Arrive at destination
PA 59
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 52m estimated driving time and the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, starting your journey in the morning is advisable to allow ample daylight for navigation. While this is a single-day trip, the longest stretch on the Keystone Shortway is over 148 miles, so consider a brief stop before or after this segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially when transitioning to local roads, as services might be less frequent than on major interstates. The $41 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always factor in a buffer.
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 122.7 miles from Scranton, PA, or about 2h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 148.3 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 54 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 122.7 miles or 2h 19m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lafayette, 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.
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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 Scranton, PA
This is one driving day of about 245.3 miles and 4h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Scranton, 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 148.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 122.7 mi from Scranton, PA · 2h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
123 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 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 122.7 miles from Scranton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 148.3 miles.
Arriving in Lafayette, PA
The final approach into Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.67 one way
$81.34 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
86 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $44.54 | $89.08 |
| premium | $4.93 | $47.57 | $95.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $54.16 | $108.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 73.6 | 0 | $25.76 | $11.77 |
| Efficient EV | 61.3 | 0 | $21.46 | $9.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 98.1 | 1 | $34.34 | $15.70 |
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 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.
Destination
Lafayette, PA
Night in Lafayette on Friday
Local time
10:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Clearfield, PA
123 mi in
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
16 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
4h 52m 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 Scranton, PA to Lafayette, PA covers 245.3 miles and takes about 4h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, American Legion Memorial Highway, US 219. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 122.7 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 $40.67 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 245.3 miles you will encounter 17 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 0.1 miles (Lackawanna Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.3 miles (CR 3023 / Cedar Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (River Street): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Scranton, PA to Lafayette, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Penfield along the way.
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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