Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 26, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
71.3 mi
115 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cetronia, PA
Dmitry Demidov
City of Scranton, PA
Michael Taccetta
Cetronia, PA to the City of Scranton, PA is 71.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 26 minutes via Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and I-81, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, offering a straightforward, highway-focused journey. It's a convenient trip for a single day, ideal if you're looking to quickly get from one point to another without extensive detours. Given the relatively short duration and high highway share, it's a practical option for a quick relocation or a day trip.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 57 mi | 1h 4m |
| I 81 | 8.2 mi | 9m |
| Tilghman Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| River Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Springhouse Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Broadway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Cedar Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Chestnut Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Cetronia, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
Start on Broadway
Turn left onto Springhouse Road
Turn left onto Tilghman Street
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 476; PATP
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto PA 315
Take the exit
Merge onto I 81
Take the exit
Turn left onto River Street
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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.
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 35.7 miles from Cetronia, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.1 and 71.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight left at fork toward I 476 North: Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward PA 315, I 81: Pittston, Scranton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward PA 315 North: Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward I 81 North: Scranton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$11.47 one way
$22.94 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $12.91 | $25.82 |
| premium | $4.95 | $13.91 | $27.81 |
| diesel | $5.98 | $16.79 | $33.57 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.41
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$7
Total
$19
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.9 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.49 | $3.42 |
| Efficient EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.5 | 0 | $9.98 | $4.56 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Cetronia on Sunday
Local time
5:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Rain
Destination
Evening in City of Scranton on Sunday
Local time
5:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Rain Showers
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 91% of your journey on major roadways like the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and I-81. Expect long stretches of consistent speed, including one uninterrupted segment of 57 miles on the Turnpike. The character of the drive is largely defined by these high-speed corridors, minimizing time spent on slower local roads. This means you'll experience a fairly uniform driving environment for most of the 1 hour 26 minute trip.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.3 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 61.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Cetronia, PA to City of Scranton, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Scranton along the way.
Scranton
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 71.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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