Connecting Chippewa to Scranton, this 72.1-mile journey is an efficient trek across Pennsylvania that typically takes about 1 hour and 29 minutes. You will primarily navigate via Beacon Light Road, Memorial Highway, and PA 307. Given the short duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. Budget approximately $12 for fuel to complete the transit between these two Northeast locations. It is a straightforward drive that prioritizes direct travel over lengthy sightseeing detours, making it a reliable option for travelers looking to move between these regions without unnecessary complication.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.1 miles from Chippewa, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 55m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
PA 118
25.9 mi
39m
US 220
15.2 mi
17m
I 81
13.3 mi
15m
Memorial Highway
6.3 mi
13m
PA 309
5.5 mi
7m
PA 239
4.9 mi
8m
PA 42
4.5 mi
6m
River Street
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
PA 118
— 25.9 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chippewa, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
1
Start on Chippewa Road
109 ft·4 sec·Chippewa Road
2
Continue on Beacon Light Road
0.4 mi·54 sec·Beacon Light Road
3
Turn right onto US 220
3.2 mi·3 min·US 220
4
Turn left onto US 220
12 mi·13 min·US 220
5
Turn right onto PA 42
4.5 mi·6 min·PA 42
6
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 239
4.9 mi·8 min·PA 239
7
Turn left onto PA 118
26 mi·39 min·PA 118
8
Turn right onto PA 415
1.6 mi·3 min·Memorial Highway
9
Enter roundabout onto PA 415
120 ft·2 sec·Memorial Highway
10
Continue on PA 415
4.7 mi·9 min·Memorial Highway
11
Continue on PA 309
5.5 mi·7 min·PA 309
12
Continue on PA 115
0.2 mi·19 sec·PA 115
13
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
14
Merge onto I 81
13 mi·15 min·I 81
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward PA 307
16
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi·1 min·River Street
17
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.2 mi·18 sec·Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Arrive at destination
Cedar Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on local roads, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can feel more taxing in heavy traffic. While there are no scheduled stops required for a 1-hour and 29-minute trip, keep your $12 fuel budget in mind and top off your tank before departing to ensure a seamless arrival in Scranton. Stay alert on the turns specifically when transitioning between Memorial Highway and PA 307, where road character changes can catch drivers off guard. Use the extra time in your schedule to pace yourself, as the lack of highway miles means you cannot easily make up lost time if you fall behind your planned arrival.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 39.1 miles from Chippewa, PA, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.9 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 17 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.1 miles or 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 39m
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 Chippewa, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Chippewa, PA
This is one driving day of about 78.3 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Chippewa, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on PA 118 for about 25.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 78.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.4 mi into trip|~0m in|US 220
Turn right onto US 220
Navigation decision point
4
20.1 mi into trip|~25m in|PA 239
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 239
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
52.5 mi into trip|~1h 16m in|PA 415 / Memorial Highway
Enter roundabout onto PA 415 / Memorial Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
77 mi into trip|~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward PA 307
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward PA 307
7
78.1 mi into trip|~1h 54m 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
$12.98 one way
$25.96 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$14.22
$28.43
premium
$4.93
$15.19
$30.37
diesel
$5.61
$17.29
$34.58
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.5
0
$8.22
$3.76
Efficient EV
19.6
0
$6.85
$3.13
EV Truck/SUV
31.3
0
$10.96
$5.01
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Chippewa, PA
Morning
in Chippewa on Sunday
Local time
9:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
City of Scranton, PA
Morning
in City of Scranton on Sunday
Local time
9:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Chance Rain Showers
SW 15 mph30% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 5:13AM EDT by NWS State College PA
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
8 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
1h 54m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway miles, keeping you on surface roads for the entire 72.1-mile distance. You will find that the road conditions vary as you transition between Beacon Light Road and PA 307. Because the route relies entirely on local infrastructure, you should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience rather than a cruise-controlled highway journey. The lack of high-speed stretches means your pace will remain steady but deliberate throughout the duration of the trip.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.9 mi on PA 118.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on PA 118 and US 220. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 220.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 54m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 220): Navigation decision point; at 20.1 miles (PA 239): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 52.5 miles (PA 415 / Memorial Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 78.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 25.9 miles on PA 118. 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 0.4 miles (US 220): Navigation decision point; at 20.1 miles (PA 239): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 52.5 miles (PA 415 / Memorial Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at City of Scranton, PA before heading back.
