Trip from Sheffield, PA to Scranton, PA

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Drive Time

4h 58m

Distance

241.9 mi

389 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$40

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

4h 45m ★

6 AM

4h 59m

8 AM

5h 26m

10 AM

5h 8m

12 PM

5h 6m

3 PM

5h 10m

5 PM

5h 25m

8 PM

4h 51m

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

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census-designated place in Warren County, Pennsylvania, United States

Sheffield, PA

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Trip Overview

This 241.9-mile journey from Sheffield to Scranton, Pennsylvania, is designed for a single day of driving, taking approximately 4 hours and 58 minutes. You'll navigate primarily via the Keystone Shortway and I-81, with a smaller portion on PA 948, and anticipate a fuel cost around $40. The drive offers a turn-heavy local feel, suggesting you'll be making frequent adjustments rather than cruising on long, straightaways. This route is firmly within the Northeast region, keeping you within the same general geographic area throughout your trip. It's a manageable distance for a day trip, allowing for a relatively straightforward travel day.

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

120.9 miles from Sheffield, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 40m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a drive that is more about navigating local roads than extended highway cruising, with only 24% of the route on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 148.6 miles along the Keystone Shortway, offering a period of more consistent travel. Beyond that, the profile is described as 'turn-heavy local drive,' so be prepared for a route that requires your attention with frequent changes in direction. This suggests a more engaging driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate experience, as you'll be more closely connected to the local landscape.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Keystone Shortway is the longest continuous segment at about 148.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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. The trickiest moment comes around 10.9 miles in near PA 66.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 4h 58m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 10.9 miles (PA 66): Navigation decision point; at 207 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 241.3 miles (Cedar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

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

10.9 mi into trip | ~17m in | PA 66

At end of road, turn left onto PA 66

Navigation decision point

207 mi into trip | ~4h 14m in

Take the exit toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 260B Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre

241.3 mi into trip | ~4h 57m in | Cedar Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

241.7 mi into trip | ~4h 58m in | Biden Street

Turn left onto Biden Street

Navigation decision point

241.9 mi into trip | ~4h 58m in | Wyoming Avenue

Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Keystone Shortway	148.6 mi	2h 40m
I 81	32.4 mi	39m
PA 948	23.8 mi	35m
Boot Jack Road	11.2 mi	16m
State Park Road	8.1 mi	14m
Hoovertown Road	5 mi	8m
Penfield Road	3.7 mi	6m
PA 66	2.9 mi	4m

Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 148.6 mi, about 2h 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sheffield, PA and Scranton, PA.

Start on this road

197 ft · 7 sec · this road

Toward PA 666 West

Merge onto PA 666

2.3 mi · 4 min · South Main Street

Continue on PA 948

8.5 mi · 12 min · PA 948

At end of road, turn left onto PA 66

2.9 mi · 4 min · PA 66

Turn right onto PA 948

15 mi · 22 min · PA 948

Turn left onto PA 948

1.0 mi · 2 min · West Main Street

Continue on US 219; PA 948

11 mi · 16 min · Boot Jack Road

Turn left onto PA 153

3.7 mi · 6 min · Penfield Road

Continue on PA 153

5.0 mi · 8 min · Hoovertown Road

Continue on PA 153

8.1 mi · 14 min · State Park Road

Turn left

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Merge onto I 80

149 mi · 2 hr 40 min · Keystone Shortway

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 260B Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre

Merge onto I 81

32 mi · 39 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

0.3 mi · 31 sec · Cedar Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on Adams Avenue

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Adams Avenue

Turn left onto Biden Street

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Biden Street

Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue

135 ft · 4 sec · Wyoming Avenue

Arrive at destination

Wyoming Avenue

Trip Plan

With a duration of under five hours, this drive is perfectly suited for a single-day trip. To make the most of it, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic, especially as you approach Scranton. While the drive is not excessively long, planning for one stop is recommended to break up the 241.9 miles and stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, with an estimated cost of $40 for the trip. A specific tip for this route: be extra mindful of the 'turn-heavy' nature of the local road segments, especially those on PA 948, and ensure your GPS is set to avoid toll roads if that's your preference.

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 120.9 miles from Sheffield, PA, or about 2h 40m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 148.6 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 56m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 120.9 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 4m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Sheffield, 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 Sheffield, PA

This is one driving day of about 241.9 miles and 4h 58m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sheffield, 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 Keystone Shortway for about 148.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 120.9 mi from Sheffield, PA · 2h 40m into the drive

city in Steuben County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hornell, NY

121 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

Jamestown, NY

Fuel and coffee

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

Corning, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 120.9 miles from Sheffield, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 148.6 miles.

Arriving in Scranton, PA

The final approach into 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 Scranton, 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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$40.10 one way

$80.21 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 85 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$43.92	$87.85
premium	$4.93	$46.91	$93.83
diesel	$5.61	$53.41	$106.82

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$40

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$65–$90

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 84.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	72.6	0	$25.40	$11.61
Efficient EV	60.5	0	$21.17	$9.68
EV Truck/SUV	96.8	1	$33.87	$15.48

Gas CO2

85 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (67% 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 15 hours ago

Origin

Sheffield, PA

Morning in Sheffield on Wednesday

Local time

8:35 AM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

SW 9 mph 55% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 5:10PM EDT until April 14 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 2:51PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Destination

Scranton, PA

Morning in Scranton on Wednesday

Local time

8:35 AM

EDT

Current temp

82°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 12 mph 27% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 5:10PM EDT until April 14 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 2:51PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

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

7 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

4h 58m on the road

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Sheffield, PA to Scranton, PA covers 241.9 miles and takes about 4h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Keystone Shortway, I 81, PA 948. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 120.9 miles from Sheffield, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $40.10 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

This is a straightforward 4h 58m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The route from Sheffield, PA to Scranton, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Sheffield, PA to Scranton, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Scranton, PA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Sheffield, PA

Scranton, PA

Same local time

7 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 58m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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