Origin
Uniontown, PA
Afternoon in Uniontown on Wednesday
Local time
1:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Uniontown, PA to Scranton, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
5h 55m
Distance
298.1 mi
480 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 42m
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6 AM
5h 55m
8 AM
6h 22m
10 AM
6h 5m
12 PM
6h 2m
3 PM
6h 6m
5 PM
6h 20m
8 PM
5h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Uniontown, PA
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Trip Overview
This 298.1-mile journey from Uniontown, PA to Scranton, PA is a solid one-day drive, clocking in at just under 6 hours. You'll primarily navigate via the Keystone Shortway and I-99, with a segment of the historic William Penn Highway also part of the itinerary. With a highway share of 38%, expect a mixed driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $49, making it a budget-friendly option for a single-day excursion. This route stays within Pennsylvania, offering a straightforward traverse across the state.
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
149.1 miles from Uniontown, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 4m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive offers a mixed profile, with 38% of the route being highway. You'll encounter stretches of the fast-paced Keystone Shortway, including one continuous segment of 99.3 miles, which allows for steady progress. Beyond the major highways, expect the character to shift, potentially incorporating more local road driving. This blend means you'll experience both efficient travel and moments where you'll be more attuned to your surroundings as the road weaves through different terrains.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 28 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 99.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 40.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 298.1 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 40.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 105.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 147.4 miles (I 99; US 220; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
40.1 mi into trip
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~48m in
Take the exit toward US 22 East: Blairsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US 22 East: Blairsville
6
105.6 mi into trip
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~2h 16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
6
147.4 mi into trip
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~3h 2m in
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I 99; US 220; US 322
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
163.7 mi into trip
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~3h 22m in
Turn left toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport
7
297.5 mi into trip
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~5h 54m in
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Cedar Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Uniontown, PA and Scranton, PA, road signs point toward Pa Turnpike 66 North: Delmont and Bedford.
Pa Turnpike 66 North: Delmont
26.4 mi in
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~33m
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via PA Tpke 66
Bedford
105.1 mi in
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~2h 15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 99.3 mi | 1h 47m |
| I 99 | 57.2 mi | 1h 4m |
| William Penn Highway | 51 mi | 1h 6m |
| I 81 | 32.4 mi | 39m |
| US 119 | 22.2 mi | 26m |
| Admiral Peary Highway | 13.7 mi | 19m |
| Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass | 13.3 mi | 14m |
| Connellsville Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 99.3 mi, about 1h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Uniontown, PA and Scranton, PA.
1
Start on Evans Street
425 ft
·
20 sec
·
Evans Street
2
Turn right onto Lincoln Street
363 ft
·
23 sec
·
Lincoln Street
3
Turn left onto Connellsville Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Connellsville Street
4
Continue on Connellsville Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Connellsville Road
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
6
Continue on US 119
22 mi
·
26 min
·
US 119
7
Continue on PA Tpke 66
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
Toward PA Turnpike 66 North: Delmont
8
Continue on PA 66
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
PA 66
Use the right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Toward US 22 East: Blairsville
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto US 22
34 mi
·
47 min
·
William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 22
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Admiral Peary Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 22
17 mi
·
19 min
·
William Penn Highway
13
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
this road
Toward I 99, US 220: Altoona, Bedford
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
15
Merge onto I 99; US 220
41 mi
·
44 min
·
I 99; US 220
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 99; US 220; US 322
Use the straight lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220
12 mi
·
14 min
·
I 99; US 220
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Bellefonte
18
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport
Use the left lane.
19
Merge onto I 80; US 220
99 mi
·
1 hr 47 min
·
Keystone Shortway
20
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 260B
Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
21
Merge onto I 81
32 mi
·
39 min
·
I 81
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward PA 307
23
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
24
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Continue on Adams Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Adams Avenue
26
Turn left onto Biden Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Biden Street
27
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
135 ft
·
4 sec
·
Wyoming Avenue
28
Arrive at destination
Wyoming Avenue
Trip Plan
For this approximately 6-hour drive, departing in the morning is your best bet to arrive with ample daylight. With just one stop recommended and a longest stretch of 99.3 miles on the Keystone Shortway, you can easily manage your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially on the longer highway segments, as services can sometimes be spaced out. The $49 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to have a little extra buffer. Since this is a manageable day trip, you have the flexibility to make spontaneous stops if something catches your eye.
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 149.1 miles from Uniontown, PA, or about 3h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 99.3 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 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 149.1 miles or 3h 4m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scranton, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Uniontown, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Uniontown, PA
This is one driving day of about 298.1 miles and 5h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Uniontown, 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 99.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 149.1 mi from Uniontown, PA · 3h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
149 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 149.1 miles from Uniontown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 99.3 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.42 one way
$98.84 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
104 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $54.13 | $108.25 |
| premium | $4.93 | $57.81 | $115.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $65.82 | $131.63 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.93
Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
(13.3 mi)
$0.93
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
$49
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 104.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 89.4 | 1 | $31.30 | $14.31 |
| Efficient EV | 74.5 | 0 | $26.08 | $11.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 119.2 | 1 | $41.73 | $19.08 |
Gas CO2
104 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Wednesday
Local time
1:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5 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
5h 55m 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 Uniontown, PA to Scranton, PA covers 298.1 miles and takes about 5h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, I 99, William Penn Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 149.1 miles from Uniontown, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $49.42 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 demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 298.1 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 40.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 105.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 147.4 miles (I 99; US 220; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Uniontown, PA and Scranton, PA, road signs point toward Pa Turnpike 66 North: Delmont and Bedford.
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