Origin
Scranton, PA
Afternoon in Scranton on Saturday
Local time
1:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scranton, PA to North East, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 15m
Distance
314.1 mi
506 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 3m
★
6 AM
6h 15m
8 AM
6h 41m
10 AM
6h 24m
12 PM
6h 22m
3 PM
6h 25m
5 PM
6h 39m
8 PM
6h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North East, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Scranton, PA to North East, PA covers 314.1 miles and takes about 6h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Mulberry Street, North Scranton Expressway, I 81 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. At current regular gas prices, budget about $52.07 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
157.1 miles from Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 7m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mulberry Street | — | — |
| North Scranton Expressway | — | — |
| I 81 | — | — |
| US 6 | — | — |
| Scranton Carbondale Highway | — | — |
| I 81 North | — | — |
| I 86 | — | — |
| Southern Tier Expressway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Mulberry Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scranton, PA and North East, PA.
1
Start on Wyoming Avenue
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Wyoming Avenue
2
Turn left onto Mulberry Street
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
Mulberry Street
3
Continue on North Scranton Expressway
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
North Scranton Expressway
4
Take the exit slight right toward I 81, US 6 Business East, US 6 East: Dickson City
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 81, US 6 Business East, US 6 East: Dickson City
5
Keep slight left to continue on US 6 Business East, I 81 North, US 6 West: Dickson City, Binghamton
518 ft
·
13 sec
·
US 6 Business East, I 81 North, US 6 West: Dickson City, Binghamton
6
Merge slight left onto Scranton Carbondale Highway
230 ft
·
6 sec
·
Scranton Carbondale Highway
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 81 North, US 6 West: Binghamton
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 81 North, US 6 West: Binghamton
8
Merge slight left
54 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 86: Corning
100 mi
·
1 hr 56 min
·
I 86: Corning
10
Keep slight right to continue on Southern Tier Expressway
61 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
Southern Tier Expressway
11
Turn left onto State Highway 16
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 16
12
Continue on North Union Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
North Union Street
13
Take the ramp right
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
14
Keep slight left
0.6 mi
·
1 min
15
Merge slight left onto Southern Tier Expressway
79 mi
·
1 hr 32 min
·
Southern Tier Expressway
16
Continue on Hopkins-Bowser Highway
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Hopkins-Bowser Highway
17
Take the exit slight right toward PA 89: Wattsburg, North East
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
PA 89: Wattsburg, North East
18
Turn right onto PA-89
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
PA-89
19
Continue on Station Road
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Station Road
20
Continue on South Lake Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Lake Street
21
Turn right onto East Main Street
253 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Main Street
22
Turn right onto Vine Street
164 ft
·
9 sec
·
Vine Street
23
Turn right
217 ft
·
16 sec
24
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 157.1 miles from Scranton, PA, or about 3h 7m 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 69 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 157.1 miles or 3h 7m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North East, 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.
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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 314.1 miles and 6h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 69 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
157 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 69 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 157.1 miles from Scranton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$52.07 one way
$104.15 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
110 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $57.03 | $114.07 |
| premium | $4.93 | $60.92 | $121.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $69.35 | $138.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 109.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 94.2 | 1 | $32.98 | $15.08 |
| Efficient EV | 78.5 | 0 | $27.48 | $12.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 125.6 | 1 | $43.97 | $20.10 |
Gas CO2
110 kg
EV CO2
37 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
North East, PA
Afternoon in North East on Saturday
Local time
1:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
3 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
6h 15m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
314.1 mi in 6h 15m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Mulberry Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 15m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Scranton, PA to North East, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
About the Cities
Starting in Scranton, PA
Full guide →Scranton is a city in Northeastern Pennsylvania. It is near Wilkes-Barre, and is the seventh most populous city in the state. Today, it is perhaps best known as the setting of the hit TV show "The Office" and the birthplace of Joe Biden, the 46th President of the United States.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 15m. Total distance: 314.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 15m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at North East, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Scranton, PA to North East, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.3 hours each way, a round trip means 12.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at North East, PA before the return drive.
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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