Origin
Scranton, PA
Afternoon in Scranton on Thursday
Local time
4:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 20m
Distance
254.5 mi
410 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Warren, PA
RDNE Stock project
The drive from Scranton, PA to Warren, PA covers 254.5 miles and takes about 5h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Lackawanna Avenue, Cedar Avenue, River Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $42.19 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
127.3 miles from Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 40m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 20m. Total distance: 254.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a 5h 20m drive with frequent turns across 254.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 20m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Scranton, PA to Warren, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lackawanna Avenue | — | — |
| Cedar Avenue | — | — |
| River Street | — | — |
| American Legion Memorial Highway | — | — |
| I-80 West | — | — |
| Keystone Shortway | — | — |
| PA 153 | — | — |
| State Park Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Scranton, PA and Warren, PA.
Start on Wyoming Avenue
At the end of the road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue
Turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Continue on Cedar Avenue
Turn left onto River Street
Take the ramp right
Merge slight left onto American Legion Memorial Highway
Take the exit slight right toward I-80 West: Bloomsburg
Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway
Take the exit slight right toward PA 153: Clearfield, Penfield
Keep slight right
Turn straight onto State Park Road
Continue on Hoovertown Road
Continue on Penfield Road
At the end of the road, turn right
Turn right onto Montmorenci Avenue
Continue on Montmorenci Road
Continue on Highland Road
At the end of the road, turn left onto Kane-Russell City Road
Take the exit slight right
Continue straight
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Main Street
Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Continue on South Main Street
Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Continue on Main Street
Continue on Crescent Park
Continue on Crescent Park
Turn right onto Hickory Bridge
Turn right onto Pennsylvania Avenue West
Enter the roundabout toward the route
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 56 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 127.3 miles or 2h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warren, 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 254.5 miles and 5h 20m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 127.3 mi from Scranton, PA · 2h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
127 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 56 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 127.3 miles from Scranton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Warren, 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 Warren, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$42.19 one way
$84.39 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $46.21 | $92.42 |
| premium | $4.93 | $49.36 | $98.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $56.19 | $112.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 89 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 76.4 | 0 | $26.72 | $12.22 |
| Efficient EV | 63.6 | 0 | $22.27 | $10.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 101.8 | 1 | $35.63 | $16.29 |
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Scranton on Thursday
Local time
4:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Warren on Thursday
Local time
4:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
44°F
Clearfield, PA
127 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
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.
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