Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h 24m
Distance
320.9 mi
516 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lawrence Park, PA
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The drive from Scranton, PA to Lawrence Park, PA covers 320.9 miles and takes about 6h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Southern Tier Expressway, I 86, I 81 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 139.5 miles on Southern Tier Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $53.20 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
160.4 miles from Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 10m into the drive .
This is a 6h 24m highway drive covering 320.9 miles, with most of the trip on Southern Tier Expressway and I 86. The longest continuous stretch is about 139.5 miles on Southern Tier Expressway.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,376 ft
Total Descent
1,478 ft
Highest Point
1,676 ft
~206.3 mi in
Elevation Range
1,032 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern Tier Expressway and I 86. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 11; PA 307 / Mulberry Street.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 320.9 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 0.2 miles (US 11; PA 307 / Mulberry Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.7 miles (US 6 BUS): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto US 11; PA 307 / Mulberry Street
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto US 6 BUS toward US 6 Business East, I 81 North, US 6 West: Dickson City, Binghamton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 81 North, US 6 West: Binghamton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 86; NY 17 / Southern Tier Expressway toward I 86 West, NY 17 West: Erie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto Water Street
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Tier Expressway | 139.5 mi | 2h 42m |
| I 86 | 100 mi | 1h 56m |
| I 81 | 54.4 mi | 1h 4m |
| Hopkins-Bowser Highway | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| State Highway 16 | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| AMVETS Memorial Highway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Station Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| North Scranton Expressway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Scranton, PA and Lawrence Park, PA.
Start on Wyoming Avenue
Turn left onto US 11; PA 307
Continue on US 11; PA 307
Take the exit onto US 6 BUS
Keep slight left at fork onto US 6 BUS
Merge onto US 6 BUS
Take the exit
Merge onto I 81; US 6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 86; NY 17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 86; NY 17
Turn left onto State Highway 16
Continue on NY 16
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 86; NY 17
Continue on I 86
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 90
Take the exit
Turn right onto PA 290; PA 430
Continue on PA 430
At end of road, turn right onto US 20
Turn left onto Water Street
Continue on Lawrence Parkway
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 71 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 160.4 miles or 3h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lawrence Park, PA than in the middle of the route.
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 320.9 miles and 6h 24m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 160.4 mi from Scranton, PA · 3h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
160 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.
A short stop after about 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 160.4 miles from Scranton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Southern Tier Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 139.5 miles.
The final approach into Lawrence Park, 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 Lawrence Park, 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.
Regular Gas
$53.20 one way
$106.40 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $58.27 | $116.53 |
| premium | $4.93 | $62.23 | $124.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $70.85 | $141.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 96.3 | 1 | $33.69 | $15.40 |
| Efficient EV | 80.2 | 0 | $28.08 | $12.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 128.4 | 1 | $44.93 | $20.54 |
Gas CO2
112 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Scranton on Wednesday
Local time
9:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Night in Lawrence Park on Wednesday
Local time
9:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
41°F
Bath, NY
160 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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