Shamokin, PA Road Trips
Sitting in the Northeast, Shamokin, PA is a local road trip base with 5 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 79-mile quick runs to 293-mile cross-state drives. Routes from Shamokin, PA spread mainly east and west, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
293.1 mi
Erie, PA
Quickest Drive
1h 46m
City of Scranton, PA
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Driving from Shamokin, PA
On average, trips departing from Shamokin, PA run 155 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 6m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 293 miles (5h 23m), while the shortest is just 79 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Shamokin, PA are Erie, PA (293.1 mi, 5h 23m), Pittsburgh, PA (231.3 mi, 4h 47m), Scranton, PA (86.2 mi, 1h 47m), City of Scranton, PA (85.7 mi, 1h 46m), and Bethlehem, PA (78.8 mi, 1h 47m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in PA currently averages around $4.09 per gallon. For the typical 155-mile trip from Shamokin, PA, budget about $25 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring. Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Shamokin, PA and 0 routes heading into Shamokin, PA, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 79 to 293 miles.
The longest mapped route from Shamokin, PA covers 293 miles and takes approximately 5h 23m. Shorter options start at just 79 miles.
The average route from Shamokin, PA runs about 155 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 6m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.09/gallon for regular), the average 155-mile trip from Shamokin, PA costs roughly $25 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Shamokin, PA include Erie, PA, Pittsburgh, PA, Scranton, PA and City of Scranton, PA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Shamokin, PA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
6,890
Median Income
$36,438
Median Home Value
$57,400
Median Age
38.5
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Shamokin, PA
Shamokin is a small city in the Alleghenies and Susquehanna Valley of east-central Pennsylvania.
The name "Shamokin" is a Delaware Indian word for "Eel Creek." At its peak, the community had a population of 50,000 (including surrounding Coal Township). Traditionally, the main industries were coal mining and textile mills, and their remnants can still be noticed today. The eastern and western parts of the town are actually part of Coal Township, but the boundary lines are mostly indistinguishable. Today, the population is less than 20,000. People are generally friendly and willing to help visitors.
Glen Burn Culm Bank. It is the world's largest man made culm bank. It's easy to spot while driving along Route 61 north of Shamokin. 1 Mother Cabrini Catholic Church (formerly St. Edward's), 214 North Shamokin St. It was the first church in the world to use electric lighting. Soldiers & Sailors and Spanish-American War Monuments, Lincoln St between 7th & Market Sts. The Whaleback, Off of Bear Valley Ave. It is a unique geological formation known as an anticline and located just outside of Shamokin. It is arguably one of the best exposures of folded rock structure in the United States. It's a little difficult to locate for someone who is unfamiliar with the area.
1 Knoebels Amusement Resort. Free entry to this resort, but you pay to go on each ride, or buy a wristband for all day rides on off peak days. The park was established in 1926 and has 60 rides including a 1913 carousel and some wooden roller coasters, including the Phoenix Rollercoaster. The resort has two campsites and some cabins if you want to stay the night. (updated Feb 2026) Anthracite Heritage Festival. features a parade, local tours, artists, and live entertainment in May. The Annual Fireworks Display. It is one of the most popular in the region and typically occurs on the closest Saturday to Independence Day after sunset. Peach Festival. Held by the Salem United Church of Christ in Shamokin annually in August. The Coal Drop, Market and Independence Streets. Occurs annually on New Year's Eve and is Shamokin's version of the popular New York City celebration. Food and live music. Outdoor Block Parties. They take place throughout the summer. They are organized by local churches and other organizations and feature ethnic foods, games, drawings for prizes, and live music (especially polka).
1 Brewser's Sports Grill, 839 West Water St, ☏ +1 570-648-7122. It has a great assortment of food, a full bar, and TVs for sporting events. (updated Feb 2026) 2 Coney Island Lunch, 218 East Independence St. Tu-Th 11AM-11PM, F Sa 11AM-1AM. It serves excellent hamburgers, hot dogs, and local glass bottle soda. Has a cult-following. (updated Feb 2026) Harry's Grill, 14 North Market St. Masser's Restaurant, Routes 61 & 487, Paxinos, ☏ +1 570-648-9695. It features a wide variety of country cooking and a salad bar. Maurer's Dairy, 34 S Market St, ☏ +1 570-644-1316. Makes great food and famous for its original "bittersweet" ice cream recipe, as well as other varieties of its own homemade ice cream. It is an ice cream shop featuring breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Original Italian Pizza, 150 E Independence St, ☏ +1 570-644-7621. Features a wide selection of excellent Italian food. Spangenberg's Family Drive-In, 640 Center St, ☏ +1 570-648-0652. It has a variety of food and great ice cream.
Home Plate, 4 S 2nd St, ☏ +1 570-648-7529. Snappers, 501 N Shamokin St, ☏ +1 570-648-1403. Wayside Inn, 6638 State Route 61, ☏ +1 570-644-2012. It features a wide selection of drinks and fantastic wings.
Holiday Inn Express, 958 Schuylkill Mall Rd, Frackville, ☏ +1 570-874-1700.
By car, the closest interstate highways are 80 (to the north) and 81 (to the southeast). State Routes 61, 901, 125, and 225 all provide access from each direction. Uptown Vans offers a route from Paterson and New York City.
The best way to get around is by car, but the Lower Anthracite Transportation System (LATS) offers infrequent bus transportation and taxis are available if called ahead.
Travel tips adapted from Shamokin on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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