Scranton, PA to Atglen, PA is 150.6 miles and takes about 3h 1m via Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Pennsylvania Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $25 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, making it a straightforward trip. You'll primarily be on major toll roads, so expect a consistent, efficient journey. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, especially if you're looking to get from the Northeast region of PA to the southeastern part without much fuss.
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
75.3 miles from City of Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 25m into the drive
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Toward I 276 West: HarrisburgUse the slight right lane.
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Merge onto I 276; PATP
21 mi·22 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 312Toward PA 100: Downingtown, Pottstown, West Chester
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Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward PA 100 South: DowningtownUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
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Merge onto PA 100
0.5 mi·45 sec·Pottstown Pike
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Turn right onto PA 113
3.3 mi·6 min·West Uwchlan Avenue
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Take the ramp
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward US 30 West, US 30 Business Alternate Truck West: Coatesville, Lancaster
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Merge onto US 30; US 322 Alternate Truck; US 30 Business Alternate Truck
12 mi·17 min·Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Continue on US 30
0.4 mi·45 sec·Lincoln Highway
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Turn left onto PA 10
1.4 mi·2 min·Octorara Trail
Use the left lane.
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Continue on PA 10
0.6 mi·1 min·North Church Street
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Turn right onto PA 372
0.8 mi·2 min·West 1st Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Continue on PA 372
0.3 mi·27 sec·South Limestone Road
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Turn right onto PA 372
2.4 mi·4 min·Lower Valley Road
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Turn right onto PA 372
0.2 mi·24 sec·Main Street
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Turn left onto PA 372
59 ft·1 sec·Upper Valley Road
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Arrive at destination
PA 372
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 1m estimated drive time, leaving Scranton in the morning allows ample time to reach Atglen well before evening. While the drive is manageable in one day, be aware of the 77% highway share which can make stops less frequent. The longest stretch is over 94 miles, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly, perhaps around the halfway point or a major interchange. Consider departing earlier on a weekday to avoid potential weekend traffic on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Your fuel cost is estimated at $25, so budget for this before you depart.
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 75.3 miles from City of Scranton, PA, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.1 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 33 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.3 miles or 1h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Atglen, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving City of Scranton, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 City of Scranton, PA
This is one driving day of about 150.6 miles and 3h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from City of Scranton, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 94.1 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.1 and 127.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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10.1 mi into trip|~12m in
Take the exit toward I 476, I 81 North, PATP
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 476, I 81 North, PATP
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10.1 mi into trip|~12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 476: Clarks Summit, Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 476: Clarks Summit, Allentown
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105 mi into trip|~1h 58m in
Take the exit toward I 276 West: Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 276 West: Harrisburg
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126.7 mi into trip|~2h 22m in
Take the exit toward PA 100: Downingtown, Pottstown, West Chester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 312
Toward PA 100: Downingtown, Pottstown, West Che...
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127.4 mi into trip|~2h 23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PA 100 South: Downingtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward PA 100 South: Downingtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.97 one way
$49.94 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg53 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$27.35
$54.69
premium
$4.93
$29.21
$58.41
diesel
$5.61
$33.25
$66.50
Estimated Tolls: $14.99
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(115.3 mi)$14.99
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Tolls
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
45.2
0
$15.81
$7.23
Efficient EV
37.7
0
$13.18
$6.02
EV Truck/SUV
60.2
0
$21.08
$9.64
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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 20, 2026
Origin
City of Scranton, PA
Morning
in City of Scranton on Tuesday
Local time
8:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Isolated Rain And Snow Showers
NW 13 mph20% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 20 at 2:39PM EDT until April 21 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS State College PA
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 20 at 2:39PM EDT until April 21 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Destination
Atglen, PA
Morning
in Atglen on Tuesday
Local time
8:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 1m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Valley Forge National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Free
near mile 114.3
Park Closure: Sun, Apr 19 - Park Entrance and Tour Roads Temporarily Closed for Rev Run
Park Closure: Admin Parking Lot Closed Fri 4/17 Until Sun 4/19 at Noon for Rev Run Setup
The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of I...
15 mi from route
~36 min detour
$1
near mile 109.1
Visit the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. See the...
15 mi from route
~37 min detour
Free
near mile 109.1
Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...
16 mi from route
~39 min detour
Free
near mile 129.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 77% of the route utilizing major highways like the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and the Pennsylvania Turnpike. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 94.1 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, meaning long periods of steady driving. The character of the road is predominantly that of a high-speed, limited-access highway designed for efficient travel. Expect smooth pavement and predictable conditions for the majority of your journey.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 94.1 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Pennsylvania Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.1 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 150.6 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 10.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between City of Scranton, PA and Atglen, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Allentown, Pottstown, Chester and Lancaster.
Patp
10.1 mi in|~12m
Allentown
10.1 mi in|~12m
Pottstown
126.7 mi in|~2h 22m
Chester
126.7 mi in|~2h 22m
Lancaster
131.8 mi in|~2h 32m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 1m. Total distance: 150.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 94.1 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $14.99 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 8 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Atglen, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 8 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Atglen, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.
