Origin
Berwick, PA
Afternoon in Berwick on Sunday
Local time
12:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Berwick, PA to City of Scranton, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
47.5 mi
76 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Berwick, PA
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City of Scranton, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
This 47.5-mile drive from Berwick, PA to the City of Scranton, PA is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 2 minutes. Given its short duration and the estimated $8 fuel cost, it's an ideal day trip. The route primarily utilizes major roadways, including I-81 and the Berwick Hazleton Highway, making it a convenient option for getting between these two Northeast Pennsylvania locations. You'll spend a significant portion on the highway, so it's a drive focused on efficient travel rather than leisurely sightseeing. Plan for a single-day excursion, as there's no need to break this journey into multiple days.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 32.4 mi | 39m |
| Berwick Hazleton Highway | 7.3 mi | 11m |
| Keystone Shortway | 3.5 mi | 3m |
| 3rd Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| River Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| South Market Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Cedar Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 32.4 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Berwick, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
1
Start on PA 93
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Market Street
2
Continue on PA 93
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
3rd Street
3
Continue on PA 93
7.3 mi
·
11 min
·
Berwick Hazleton Highway
4
Continue on PA 93
281 ft
·
7 sec
·
Berwick Hazleton Highway
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
6
Merge onto I 80
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Keystone Shortway
7
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 260B
Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
8
Merge onto I 81
32 mi
·
39 min
·
I 81
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward PA 307
10
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
11
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Arrive at destination
Cedar Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.7 miles from Berwick, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 9.3 and 47.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
9.3 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
9.6 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 80 / Keystone Shortway
Merge onto I 80 / Keystone Shortway
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
13 mi into trip
|
~18m 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
4
46.2 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward PA 307
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward PA 307
7
47.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
Cedar Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.87 one way
$15.75 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.62 | $17.25 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.21 | $18.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.49 | $20.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $4.99 | $2.28 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.16 | $1.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19 | 0 | $6.65 | $3.04 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Afternoon in City of Scranton on Sunday
Local time
12:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Partly Cloudy
NE 1 to 6 mph
2% chance
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 2m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 47.5-mile journey. With 68% of the drive on highways, you'll encounter stretches designed for speed and efficiency. The longest uninterrupted segment is 32.4 miles on I-81, offering a continuous cruising experience. While the Keystone Shortway and Berwick Hazleton Highway contribute to the overall route, the character leans heavily towards interstate travel. This means less time navigating local roads and more time covering ground on well-maintained, high-speed thoroughfares.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.4 mi on I 81.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and Berwick Hazleton Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 9.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 2m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.6 miles (I 80 / Keystone Shortway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 13 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 47.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.4 miles on I 81. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.6 miles (I 80 / Keystone Shortway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 13 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at City of Scranton, PA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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