Origin
Westfield, PA
Evening in Westfield on Wednesday
Local time
8:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Westfield, PA to City of Scranton, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 37m
Distance
163.1 mi
262 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 25m
★
6 AM
3h 37m
8 AM
4h 2m
10 AM
3h 46m
12 PM
3h 44m
3 PM
3h 47m
5 PM
4h 1m
8 PM
3h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Westfield, PA
Haneul Trac
City of Scranton, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
This 163.1-mile drive from Westfield, PA, to the City of Scranton, PA, will take you about 3 hours and 37 minutes of pure driving time. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey through Pennsylvania's Northeast region, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip with an estimated fuel cost of $27. You'll primarily be on the Southern Tier Expressway and I-81, with a brief section on PA 328. This route is designed for efficient travel, so if you're looking to get from point A to point B without too many detours, this is a solid option. The relatively short duration means you'll have plenty of time to explore Scranton upon arrival.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
81.6 miles from Westfield, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 85% of the drive utilizing major expressways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 58.7 miles along the Southern Tier Expressway. While much of this route is on fast-paced interstate, keep an eye out for the transition onto PA 328, which may offer a slightly different road feel. Overall, the character is one of consistent travel speeds, designed for covering distance efficiently rather than winding through quaint towns. This is a drive where you can settle in and make good time.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southern Tier Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 58.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern Tier Expressway and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 108.9 miles in near I 81.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 163.1 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 108.9 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 158.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 159 miles (US 6 BUS): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
108.9 mi into trip
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~2h 30m in
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I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
6
158.6 mi into trip
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~3h 29m in
Take the exit toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
7
159 mi into trip
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~3h 30m in
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US 6 BUS
Merge onto US 6 BUS toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
6
159.1 mi into trip
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~3h 30m in
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US 6 BUS
Keep slight left at fork onto US 6 BUS toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
6
162.4 mi into trip
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~3h 35m in
|
Penn Avenue
Turn right onto Penn Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Tier Expressway | 58.7 mi | 1h 9m |
| I 81 | 49.8 mi | 58m |
| PA 328 | 12.8 mi | 19m |
| Main Street | 9.5 mi | 17m |
| Route 49 | 8.7 mi | 14m |
| Lakeview Drive | 6.5 mi | 10m |
| NY 328 | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Pennsylvania Avenue | 3 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Southern Tier Expressway
— 58.7 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westfield, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
1
Start on PA 349
89 ft
·
5 sec
·
Church Street
2
Turn right onto PA 49
6.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on PA 49
5.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Route 49
4
Continue on PA 49
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
5
Turn straight onto PA 49
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Route 49
6
Turn left onto Lakeview Drive
6.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Lakeview Drive
7
Continue on Bliss Road
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Bliss Road
8
Turn right onto CR 115
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
County Route 115
9
Continue on PA 287
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
10
Turn left onto PA 328
13 mi
·
19 min
·
PA 328
11
At end of road, turn left onto PA 549
178 ft
·
3 sec
·
PA 549
12
Continue on PA 328
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
Hammond Creek Road
13
Continue on NY 328
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Pennsylvania Avenue
14
Enter roundabout onto NY 328
128 ft
·
2 sec
·
NY 328
15
Continue on NY 328
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
NY 328
16
Continue on NY 14
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Clemens Center Parkway
17
Turn right onto Pennsylvania Avenue
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Pennsylvania Avenue
18
Turn straight onto Sly Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Sly Street
19
Continue on Madison Avenue
460 ft
·
11 sec
·
Madison Avenue
20
Turn right onto NY 352
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Water Street
21
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
22
Merge onto I 86; NY 17
59 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
Southern Tier Expressway
23
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
50 mi
·
58 min
·
I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
Use the straight lane.
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
25
Merge onto US 6 BUS
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 6 BUS
Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
Use the straight lane.
26
Keep slight left at fork onto US 6 BUS
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
US 6 BUS
Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
27
Continue on US 11
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
North Scranton Expressway
Use the straight lane.
28
Continue on US 11; PA 307
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Mulberry Street
Use the straight lane.
29
Turn right onto Penn Avenue
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Penn Avenue
Use the right lane.
30
At end of road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Lackawanna Avenue
31
Turn right onto CR 3023
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
32
Arrive at destination
Cedar Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 37-minute duration, this route is easily manageable as a day trip. Aim to depart Westfield in the morning to maximize your time in Scranton. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing; however, consider a break around the halfway point. The longest stretch without a major exit is nearly 59 miles on the Southern Tier Expressway, so ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment. The $27 fuel estimate is a helpful budget point, but always check current prices. Since this is a relatively direct drive, you can afford to be flexible with your departure time.
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 81.6 miles from Westfield, PA, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.7 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 36 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.6 miles or 1h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Scranton, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Westfield, 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 Westfield, PA
This is one driving day of about 163.1 miles and 3h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Westfield, 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 Southern Tier Expressway for about 58.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.6 mi from Westfield, PA · 1h 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 81.6 miles from Westfield, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in City of Scranton, PA
The final approach into City of 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 City of 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
$27.04 one way
$54.08 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $29.61 | $59.23 |
| premium | $4.93 | $31.63 | $63.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.01 | $72.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.9 | 0 | $17.13 | $7.83 |
| Efficient EV | 40.8 | 0 | $14.27 | $6.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.2 | 0 | $22.83 | $10.44 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
City of Scranton, PA
Evening in City of Scranton on Wednesday
Local time
8:42 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
2 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
3h 37m 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 Westfield, PA to City of Scranton, PA covers 163.1 miles and takes about 3h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southern Tier Expressway, I 81, PA 328. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.6 miles from Westfield, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.04 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 163.1 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 108.9 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 158.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 159 miles (US 6 BUS): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Westfield, PA to City of Scranton, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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