Trip from Sharon Hill, PA to City of Scranton, PA

Drive Time

2h 33m

Distance

124.2 mi

200 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min

4 AM

2h 23m ★

6 AM

2h 33m

8 AM

2h 54m

10 AM

2h 40m

12 PM

2h 38m

3 PM

2h 41m

5 PM

2h 53m

8 PM

2h 27m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Sharon Hill, PA

Cheryn Appleton

City of Scranton, PA

Michael Taccetta

Trip Overview

Traveling from Sharon Hill to Scranton covers 132.2 miles across the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. You should plan for a total drive time of approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes. Because this is a relatively short distance, it works perfectly as a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. Expect to spend about $22 on fuel for the journey. Since the route relies entirely on local roads rather than interstates, you have the flexibility to manage your own pace without the pressure of highway traffic congestion. This drive is a straightforward, practical way to navigate through the state.

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

62.1 miles from Sharon Hill, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind. You will navigate using a series of local roads, including Chester Pike, South Macdade Boulevard, and Main Street, as the route maintains a 0% highway share. Because you are not traveling on high-speed expressways, the journey requires your full attention to manage the frequent turns and local intersections. The road’s personality is defined by its constant, active nature, offering a consistent driving experience from start to finish. Without long, uninterrupted stretches, you will find the character of the road remains steady as you transition between the various local thoroughfares.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 20 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 94.9 miles.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

1,800 ft 74 ft

Total Climb

2,490 ft

Total Descent

1,825 ft

Highest Point

1,800 ft

~103.5 mi in

Elevation Range

1,726 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Mid-County Expressway. 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 13 / Chester Pike.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 124.2 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 13 / Chester Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 113.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 13 / Chester Pike

Turn right onto US 13 / Chester Pike

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

7.3 mi into trip | ~18m in

Take the exit toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting

113.4 mi into trip | ~2h 18m in

Take the exit toward PA 315, I 81: Pittston, Scranton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward PA 315, I 81: Pittston, Scranton

114.1 mi into trip | ~2h 20m in

Keep slight right at fork toward PA 315 North: Scranton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward PA 315 North: Scranton

124 mi into trip | ~2h 32m in | Cedar Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Sharon Hill, PA to City of Scranton, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Scranton along the way.

Scranton

113.4 mi in | ~2h 18m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension	94.9 mi	1h 44m
Mid-County Expressway	10.8 mi	14m
I 81	8.2 mi	9m
South Lansdowne Avenue	3.3 mi	8m
West Chester Pike	2.2 mi	4m
River Street	1 mi	1m
Chester Pike	0.8 mi	1m
Main Street	0.4 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension — 94.9 mi, about 1h 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sharon Hill, PA and City of Scranton, PA.

Start on Sharon Avenue

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Sharon Avenue

Turn right onto US 13

0.8 mi · 1 min · Chester Pike

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 13

0.3 mi · 41 sec · South Macdade Boulevard

Turn left onto Main Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Continue on South Lansdowne Avenue

3.3 mi · 8 min · South Lansdowne Avenue

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Continue on Darby Road

471 ft · 13 sec · Darby Road

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Turn slight left onto PA 3

2.2 mi · 4 min · West Chester Pike

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 58 sec

Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 476

11 mi · 14 min · Mid-County Expressway

Turn slight left onto I 476

0.2 mi · 13 sec · Mid-County Expressway

Continue on I 476; PATP

95 mi · 1 hr 44 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward PA 315, I 81: Pittston, Scranton

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Toward PA 315 North: Scranton

Merge onto PA 315

523 ft · 8 sec · Chestnut Street

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Toward I 81 North: Scranton

Merge onto I 81

8.2 mi · 9 min · I 81

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Toward PA 307

Turn left onto River Street

1.0 mi · 1 min · River Street

At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Cedar Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Arrive at destination

Cedar Avenue

Trip Plan

To make the most of your time, plan for a departure that avoids peak local traffic hours on these community roads. Since there are no designated stops included in the route, take advantage of the flexibility to pull over whenever you need a break. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before heading out, as the $22 estimated cost is based on consistent driving conditions. Since this is a turn-heavy route, using a reliable navigation system is essential to stay on track through the various local streets. Your biggest advantage on this trip is the ability to adjust your schedule on the fly without being tied to a rigid highway exit strategy.

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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 62.1 miles from Sharon Hill, PA, or about 1h 22m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.9 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 80 miles or 1h 41m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 62.1 miles or 1h 22m 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 5m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Scranton, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Sharon Hill, 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 Sharon Hill, PA

This is one driving day of about 124.2 miles and 2h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sharon Hill, 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.

The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 94.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 62.1 mi from Sharon Hill, PA · 1h 22m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

62 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

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 62.1 miles from Sharon Hill, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94.9 miles.

Arriving in City of Scranton, PA

The final approach into City of Scranton, 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 City of Scranton, 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

$20.55 one way

$41.10 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 44 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$22.49	$44.98
premium	$4.92	$24.07	$48.13
diesel	$5.64	$27.59	$55.19

Estimated Tolls: $12.34

Pennsylvania Turnpike (94.9 mi) $12.34

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

$21

Tolls

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$58–$83

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 43.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	37.3	$13.04	$5.96
Efficient EV	31.1	$10.87	$4.97
EV Truck/SUV	49.7	$17.39	$7.95

Gas CO2

43 kg

EV CO2

15 kg (65% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 6 hours ago

Origin

Sharon Hill, PA

Afternoon in Sharon Hill on Sunday

Local time

4:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

City of Scranton, PA

Afternoon in City of Scranton on Sunday

Local time

4:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Mostly Sunny

SE 1 to 10 mph 7% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 4:55AM EDT by NWS State College PA

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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 33m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Sharon Hill, PA to City of Scranton, PA covers 124.2 miles and takes about 2h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Mid-County Expressway, I 81. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 62.1 miles from Sharon Hill, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.55 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.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

On the drive from Sharon Hill, PA to City of Scranton, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Scranton along the way.

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Trip from Sharon Hill, PA to City of Scranton, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

Elevation Profile

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in City of Scranton, PA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Sharon Hill, PA

City of Scranton, PA

Same local time

3 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 33m on the road

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