Origin
Tremont, PA
Evening in Tremont on Wednesday
Local time
7:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tremont, PA to Scranton, PA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
79.6 mi
128 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tremont, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Tremont, PA to Scranton, PA covers 79.6 miles and takes about 1h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 81, Shermans Mountain Road, US 209 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 71.9 miles on I 81. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.20 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
39.8 miles from Tremont, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 40m highway drive covering 79.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 81 and Shermans Mountain Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 71.9 miles on I 81.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 71.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and Shermans Mountain Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Union Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 40m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (PA 125 / Branch Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 79 miles (Cedar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Union Street
Turn right onto Union Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
PA 125 / Branch Street
At end of road, turn left onto PA 125 / Branch Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
7
79 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
|
Cedar Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
79.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m in
|
Biden Street
Turn left onto Biden Street
Navigation decision point
5
79.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
|
Wyoming Avenue
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 71.9 mi | 1h 25m |
| Shermans Mountain Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| US 209 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| River Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Pine Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Cedar Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Swatara Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Biden Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 71.9 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tremont, PA and Scranton, PA.
1
Start on this road
460 ft
·
34 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Union Street
379 ft
·
24 sec
·
Union Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto PA 125
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Branch Street
4
Continue on PA 125
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Swatara Avenue
5
At end of road, turn right onto US 209
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US 209
6
Turn slight left onto PA 25
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
West Pine Street
7
Continue on PA 25
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Shermans Mountain Road
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 81 North: Hazleton
9
Merge onto I 81
72 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
·
I 81
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward PA 307
11
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
12
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on Adams Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Adams Avenue
14
Turn left onto Biden Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Biden Street
15
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
135 ft
·
4 sec
·
Wyoming Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
Wyoming Avenue
Trip Plan
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 39.8 miles from Tremont, PA, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.9 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 18 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.8 miles or 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 24m
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 Tremont, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Tremont, PA
This is one driving day of about 79.6 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Tremont, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 71.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.8 mi from Tremont, PA · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.8 miles from Tremont, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.9 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.20 one way
$26.39 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $14.45 | $28.91 |
| premium | $4.93 | $15.44 | $30.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.57 | $35.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.36 | $3.82 |
| Efficient EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.96 | $3.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.14 | $5.09 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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.
Destination
Scranton, PA
Evening in Scranton on Wednesday
Local time
7:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 2 to 6 mph
13% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 12:23AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 11:55PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
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
13 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
1h 40m 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 Tremont, PA to Scranton, PA covers 79.6 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, Shermans Mountain Road, US 209. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.8 miles from Tremont, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.20 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 40m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (PA 125 / Branch Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 79 miles (Cedar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Tremont, PA to Scranton, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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