Origin
Scranton, PA
Evening in Scranton on Sunday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scranton, PA to Lehighton, PA
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
53.8 mi
87 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lehighton, PA
Andaru Firmansyah
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transition between Scranton and Lehighton, this 53.8-mile journey is an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. Expect to spend approximately 1 hour and 7 minutes behind the wheel, making it a highly efficient connection within Pennsylvania’s Northeast region. Budgeting about $9 for fuel covers the trip comfortably, allowing you to focus your resources on your destination. Because the travel time is relatively short, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or mid-trip fatigue. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, this highway-focused route provides a straightforward path from start to finish.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
26.9 miles from Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive dominated by high-speed transit, as 72% of your journey takes place on major highways. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 38.5 miles. The experience shifts from the initial highway pace as you transition onto the American Legion Memorial Highway and eventually Interchange Road to reach Lehighton. It functions primarily as a functional, highway-focused commute rather than a winding backroad excursion. Prepare for a consistent, steady rhythm once you merge onto the main toll road segments.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 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 38.5 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 0.1 miles in near Lackawanna Avenue.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 53.8 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 0.1 miles (Lackawanna Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
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
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
6
10.6 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 476: Clarks Summit, Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 476: Clarks Summit, Allentown
7
50.1 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 209 South: Lehighton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 209 South: Lehighton
8
50.4 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 209 South: Lehighton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward US 209 South: Lehighton
Towns Along This Route
Between Scranton, PA and Lehighton, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Allentown and Stroudsburg.
Patp
10.5 mi in
|
~14m
Allentown
10.6 mi in
|
~14m
Stroudsburg
49.8 mi in
|
~59m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 38.5 mi | 43m |
| American Legion Memorial Highway | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| Interchange Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| River Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Sargent Stanley Hoffman Boulevard | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Cedar Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North First Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 38.5 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scranton, PA and Lehighton, 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
38 mi
·
43 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 74
Toward US 209: Lehighton, Stroudsburg
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 209 South: Lehighton
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
420 ft
·
10 sec
Toward US 209 South: Lehighton
Use the none lane.
18
Merge onto US 209
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Interchange Road
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
20
Continue on US 209
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
Bankway Street
21
Continue on US 209
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
Sargent Stanley Hoffman Boulevard
Toward US 209 South
22
Turn sharp left onto US 209
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
North First Street
23
Turn right onto North Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
North Street
24
At end of road, turn left onto 3rd Street
83 ft
·
7 sec
·
3rd Street
25
Turn right onto Mahoning Street
467 ft
·
16 sec
·
Mahoning Street
26
Turn left onto South 4th Street
87 ft
·
3 sec
·
South 4th Street
27
Arrive at destination
South 4th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, sub-90-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 53.8-mile stretch without needing to schedule formal stops, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the Turnpike is a smart move. Because the majority of the route is highway-based, aim to avoid peak rush hours to ensure the smoothest transit. With no mandatory stops required by the duration, you have the freedom to drive straight through or build in a quick break if you prefer a more relaxed pace. Focus on maintaining a steady speed once you hit the 38.5-mile stretch on the Turnpike to keep your arrival time predictable.
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 26.9 miles from Scranton, PA, or about 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.5 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 53.8 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.9 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lehighton, 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 53.8 miles and 1h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Scranton, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 38.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.9 mi from Scranton, PA · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 53.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.9 miles from Scranton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lehighton, PA
The final approach into Lehighton, 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 Lehighton, 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
$8.90 one way
$17.80 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $9.74 | $19.48 |
| premium | $4.92 | $10.43 | $20.85 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.95 | $23.90 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.00
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(38.5 mi)
$5.00
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
$9
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.65 | $2.58 |
| Efficient EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.71 | $2.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.53 | $3.44 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Lehighton, PA
Evening in Lehighton on Sunday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Ramapo, NY
27 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
2 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
1h 7m 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 Lehighton, PA covers 53.8 miles and takes about 1h 7m 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, Interchange Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.9 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 $8.90 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 53.8 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 0.1 miles (Lackawanna Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Scranton, PA and Lehighton, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Allentown and Stroudsburg.
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