This 267-mile journey from West Leechburg, PA, to Scranton, PA, is a solid day trip, estimated to take about 5 hours and 16 minutes. You'll navigate a mix of roads, including the Keystone Shortway and I-81, with about 26% of your drive on highways. Budget around $44 for fuel for this trip. The route primarily stays within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, offering a full day's drive without needing an overnight stop. It’s a practical route for those looking to cover ground efficiently within 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
133.5 miles from West Leechburg, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 44m into the drive
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Scranton is a city in Northeastern Pennsylvania. It is near Wilkes-Barre, and is the seventh most populous city in the state. Today, it is perhaps best known as the setting of the hit TV show "The Office" and the birthplace of Joe Biden, the 46th President of the United States.
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for a significant portion of this 267-mile trip. While 26% of the route is on highways, much of the drive will involve navigating Pennsylvania's local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 139.7 miles on the Keystone Shortway, offering a period of more consistent travel. Beyond that, the road character shifts, requiring more attention to turns and local traffic as you make your way toward Scranton.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 36 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 139.7 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 28.4 miles in near US 422 Business.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 16m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 28.4 miles (US 422 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 232.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 266.4 miles (Cedar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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28.4 mi into trip|~42m in|US 422 Business
Take the exit onto US 422 Business toward Philadelphia Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Philadelphia Street
5
232.2 mi into trip|~4h 31m 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
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266.4 mi into trip|~5h 15m in|Cedar Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
266.8 mi into trip|~5h 15m in|Biden Street
Turn left onto Biden Street
Navigation decision point
5
267 mi into trip|~5h 16m in|Wyoming Avenue
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
139.7 mi
2h 31m
I 81
32.4 mi
39m
PA 286
27.7 mi
32m
1st Street
17 mi
25m
Mahaffey Grampian Highway
9.8 mi
11m
PA 56
6.3 mi
8m
Benjamin Franklin Highway
4.9 mi
7m
Curwensville Grampian Road
4.7 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 139.7 mi, about 2h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Leechburg, PA and Scranton, PA.
1
Start on South Gosser Hill Road
0.2 mi·30 sec·South Gosser Hill Road
2
Turn straight onto South Leechburg Hill Road
0.4 mi·59 sec·South Leechburg Hill Road
3
Turn left onto PA 56
3.4 mi·5 min·PA 56
4
Turn left onto PA 56; PA 66 ALT
0.3 mi·35 sec·PA 56; PA 66 ALT
5
Turn left onto PA 56; PA 66 ALT
171 ft·2 sec·Farragut Avenue
6
Continue on PA 56; PA 66 ALT
0.1 mi·16 sec·Dime Road
7
Turn right onto PA 56; PA 66
2.6 mi·3 min·PA 56; PA 66
8
Turn left onto PA 56
16 mi·24 min·1st Street
9
Turn right onto US 422; PA 56
4.9 mi·7 min·Benjamin Franklin Highway
10
Take the exit onto US 422 Business
1.9 mi·2 min·US 422 Business
Toward Philadelphia StreetUse the slight left lane.
11
Continue on Philadelphia Street
0.5 mi·47 sec·Philadelphia Street
12
Continue on West Pike Road
0.2 mi·15 sec·West Pike Road
13
Continue on Philadelphia Street
2.4 mi·3 min·Philadelphia Street
14
Take the exit onto PA 286
28 mi·32 min·PA 286
Toward PA 286 East: Clymer
15
Continue on US 219
4.2 mi·4 min·Burnside McGee Highway
16
Continue on US 219
515 ft·6 sec·Burnside - McGees Highway
17
Continue on US 219; PA 36
1.9 mi·2 min·Colonel Drake Highway
18
Continue on US 219; PA 36
0.5 mi·36 sec·West Main Street
19
Continue on US 219
9.8 mi·11 min·Mahaffey Grampian Highway
20
Continue on US 219
0.7 mi·47 sec·1st Street
21
Continue on PA 879
4.7 mi·5 min·Curwensville Grampian Road
22
Continue on PA 879
2.6 mi·2 min·Curwensville Grampian Highway
23
Continue on PA 879
0.4 mi·24 sec·Curwensville Grampain Highway
24
Continue on PA 879
2.0 mi·2 min·Clearfield Curwensville Highway
25
Turn right onto PA 879
4.2 mi·6 min·Clearfield Shawville Highway
26
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
27
Merge onto I 80
140 mi·2 hr 31 min·Keystone Shortway
28
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 260BToward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
29
Merge onto I 81
32 mi·39 min·I 81
30
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward PA 307
31
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi·1 min·River Street
32
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.3 mi·31 sec·Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
33
Continue on Adams Avenue
0.1 mi·17 sec·Adams Avenue
34
Turn left onto Biden Street
0.2 mi·25 sec·Biden Street
35
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
135 ft·4 sec·Wyoming Avenue
36
Arrive at destination
Wyoming Avenue
Trip Plan
With a 5-hour, 16-minute estimated duration, starting your drive from West Leechburg in the morning is your best bet to arrive in Scranton with ample daylight. Plan for at least one stop to break up the 267 miles; the longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 139.7 miles on the Keystone Shortway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition between the Keystone Shortway and I-81, as fuel availability can vary on these stretches. Your estimated fuel cost is approximately $44, so factor that into your budget.
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 133.5 miles from West Leechburg, PA, or about 2h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 139.7 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 59 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 133.5 miles or 2h 44m 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 17m
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 West Leechburg, 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 West Leechburg, PA
This is one driving day of about 267 miles and 5h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from West Leechburg, 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 139.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 133.5 mi from West Leechburg, PA
· 2h 44m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Johnstown Flood National Memorial
National Memorial
The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.27 one way
$88.53 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg93 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$48.48
$96.96
premium
$4.93
$51.78
$103.56
diesel
$5.61
$58.95
$117.90
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 93.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
80.1
0
$28.03
$12.82
Efficient EV
66.8
0
$23.36
$10.68
EV Truck/SUV
106.8
1
$37.38
$17.09
Gas CO2
93 kg
EV CO2
31 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 as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
West Leechburg, PA
Morning
in West Leechburg on Saturday
Local time
10:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Scranton, PA
Morning
in Scranton on Saturday
Local time
10:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 2 to 6 mph51% chanceLive forecast
44°F
Clearfield, PA
134 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
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
5h 16m 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 West Leechburg, PA to Scranton, PA covers 267 miles and takes about 5h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, I 81, PA 286. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 133.5 miles from West Leechburg, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $44.27 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 5h 16m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 28.4 miles (US 422 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 232.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 266.4 miles (Cedar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from West Leechburg, PA to Scranton, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Johnstown Flood National Memorial.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
