Origin
Trevorton, PA
Afternoon in Trevorton on Thursday
Local time
2:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Trevorton, PA to Scranton, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
85.9 mi
138 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Trevorton, PA to Scranton, PA covers 85.9 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 West Shamokin Street, Trevorton Road, North 2nd Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.24 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.
Midpoint
42.9 miles from Trevorton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 40m. Total distance: 85.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 40m drive with frequent turns across 85.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Shamokin Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Trevorton, PA to Scranton, PA is easy. At 1h 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Trevorton, PA to Scranton, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Shamokin Street | — | — |
| Trevorton Road | — | — |
| North 2nd Street | — | — |
| North 6th Street | — | — |
| West Sunbury Street | — | — |
| Mount Carmel Street | — | — |
| Locust Gap Highway | — | — |
| Fairgrounds Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Shamokin Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Trevorton, PA and Scranton, PA.
1
Start on North 5th Street
82 ft
·
7 sec
·
North 5th Street
2
Turn left onto West Shamokin Street
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
West Shamokin Street
3
Continue on Trevorton Road
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Trevorton Road
4
Turn left onto North 2nd Street
194 ft
·
10 sec
·
North 2nd Street
5
Turn right onto North 6th Street
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
North 6th Street
6
Turn left onto West Sunbury Street
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
West Sunbury Street
7
Turn slight right onto Mount Carmel Street
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Mount Carmel Street
8
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
9
Turn right
4.6 mi
·
8 min
10
At the end of the road, turn right onto Locust Gap Highway
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Locust Gap Highway
11
Continue on Locust Gap Highway
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Locust Gap Highway
12
Continue on Fairgrounds Road
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Fairgrounds Road
13
Continue on Sunbury Road
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Sunbury Road
14
Take the exit left
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
15
Merge slight left
67 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
16
Take the exit slight right toward PA 307
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
PA 307
17
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
18
At the end of the road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
19
Continue on Adams Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Adams Avenue
20
Turn left onto Biden Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Biden Street
21
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
135 ft
·
5 sec
·
Wyoming Avenue
22
Arrive at your destination
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 42.9 miles from Trevorton, PA, or about 50m 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 19 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.9 miles or 50m 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 25m
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 Trevorton, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Trevorton, PA
This is one driving day of about 85.9 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Trevorton, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.9 mi from Trevorton, PA · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.9 miles from Trevorton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$14.24 one way
$28.48 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $15.60 | $31.19 |
| premium | $4.93 | $16.66 | $33.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.97 | $37.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.02 | $4.12 |
| Efficient EV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.52 | $3.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.4 | 0 | $12.03 | $5.50 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (67% 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
Afternoon in Scranton on Thursday
Local time
2:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
New Philadelphia, PA
43 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 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
1h 40m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Trevorton, PA to Scranton, PA covers 85.9 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 West Shamokin Street, Trevorton Road, North 2nd Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.9 miles from Trevorton, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.24 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.
The drive from Trevorton, PA to Scranton, PA is easy. At 1h 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Trevorton, PA to Scranton, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Trevorton, PA to Scranton, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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