Origin
Scranton, PA
Evening in Scranton on Sunday
Local time
8:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scranton, PA to Spring Grove, PA
Drive Time
3h 15m
Distance
156 mi
251 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 4m
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6 AM
3h 15m
8 AM
3h 39m
10 AM
3h 24m
12 PM
3h 21m
3 PM
3h 25m
5 PM
3h 38m
8 PM
3h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spring Grove, PA
Jill Burrow
Trip Overview
Traveling from Scranton to Spring Grove spans 156 miles and takes approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes to complete. Because this route relies entirely on local roads like Lackawanna Avenue, Cedar Avenue, and River Street, it functions best as a focused day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You can expect to spend about $25 on fuel for the journey through the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. Given the turn-heavy nature of the drive, you should prepare for a hands-on experience behind the wheel. It is a straightforward trip that avoids major highways, making it a manageable trek for those who prefer local navigation over interstate travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
78 miles from Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a technical and engaging experience, as this route features zero highway miles and consists entirely of local roads. You will navigate a turn-heavy path that requires your full attention, as there are no long, monotonous stretches to cruise through. In fact, the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on Lackawanna Avenue, meaning you will be making frequent adjustments throughout the drive. This profile results in a slower, more deliberate pace compared to typical interstate travel. You will feel the constant shifts in the road as you transition between the various streets that make up this 156-mile journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lackawanna Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Scranton, PA to Spring Grove, PA is easy. At 3h 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Scranton, PA to Spring Grove, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lackawanna Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cedar Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| River Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| American Legion Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 83 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 83 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North George Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Arsenal Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Lackawanna Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scranton, PA and Spring Grove, PA.
1
Start on Wyoming Avenue
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
·
Wyoming Avenue
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Lackawanna Avenue
3
Turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
4
Continue on Cedar Avenue
400 ft
·
13 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
5
Turn left onto River Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
6
Take the ramp right
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
7
Merge slight left onto American Legion Memorial Highway
114 mi
·
2 hr 13 min
·
American Legion Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit slight left toward I 83 South, US 322 East: South Harrisburg, York
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 83 South, US 322 East: South Harrisburg, York
9
Continue straight
3.7 mi
·
5 min
10
Keep slight right to continue on I 83 South: Harrisburg, York
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
I 83 South: Harrisburg, York
11
Keep slight right to continue on I 83 South: York, Baltimore
20 mi
·
23 min
·
I 83 South: York, Baltimore
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 83 Business, PA 181
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 83 Business, PA 181
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 83 Business, PA 181
174 ft
·
6 sec
·
I 83 Business, PA 181
14
Turn right onto North George Street
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
North George Street
15
Turn right onto Arsenal Road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Arsenal Road
16
Continue on Loucks Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Loucks Road
17
Continue on US 30
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 30
18
Keep slight right to continue on US 30 West: Gettysburg
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 30 West: Gettysburg
19
Turn left onto Hanover Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Hanover Road
20
Continue on North Main Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
21
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward North Main Street
305 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
22
Exit the roundabout onto North Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
23
Turn right onto West Constitution Avenue
66 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Constitution Avenue
24
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Plan for a single stop to break up the 3-hour and 15-minute drive, which will help keep you alert given the technical nature of the local roads. Since you are not utilizing highways, your travel time can be sensitive to local traffic, so consider departing early to ensure a smoother transition between Scranton and Spring Grove. Keep your fuel budget of $25 in mind when planning your refueling stops along the way. Because this route is entirely composed of local streets, stay vigilant at intersections and keep a close eye on your GPS navigation. Use the flexibility of this short trip to your advantage by choosing a departure time that avoids peak local commute hours.
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 78 miles from Scranton, PA, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78 miles or 1h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spring Grove, 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 156 miles and 3h 15m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 78 mi from Scranton, PA · 1h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 78 miles from Scranton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Spring Grove, PA
The final approach into Spring Grove, 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 Spring Grove, 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
$25.81 one way
$51.63 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $28.25 | $56.49 |
| premium | $4.92 | $30.23 | $60.46 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $34.66 | $69.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.8 | 0 | $16.38 | $7.49 |
| Efficient EV | 39 | 0 | $13.65 | $6.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.4 | 0 | $21.84 | $9.98 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% 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
Spring Grove, PA
Evening in Spring Grove on Sunday
Local time
8:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°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
21 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
3h 15m 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 Spring Grove, PA covers 156 miles and takes about 3h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lackawanna Avenue, Cedar Avenue, River Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 78 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 $25.81 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Scranton, PA to Spring Grove, PA is easy. At 3h 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Scranton, PA to Spring Grove, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Scranton, PA to Spring Grove, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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