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Trip from City of Scranton, PA to Audubon, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 12m

Distance

107.3 mi

173 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 3m ★
6 AM
2h 13m
8 AM
2h 31m
10 AM
2h 19m
12 PM
2h 17m
3 PM
2h 20m
5 PM
2h 30m
8 PM
2h 7m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown City of Scranton, PA, PA

City of Scranton, PA

Michael Taccetta

Downtown Audubon, PA, PA

Audubon, PA

Jay Brand

Trip Overview

This 107.3-mile drive from Scranton, PA, to Audubon, PA, will take you approximately 2 hours and 12 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day road trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $18, it's an economical journey. The route predominantly utilizes major highways, accounting for 78% of the drive, and is generally focused on efficient travel. You'll be navigating through the Northeast region of Pennsylvania for the entirety of this trip. Given the relatively short duration and straightforward nature, this route is ideal for a day excursion without the need for overnight stops.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

53.7 miles from City of Scranton, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension 83.8 mi 1h 32m
American Legion Memorial Highway 8.4 mi 9m
South Valley Forge Road 5.9 mi 10m
North Park Avenue 3.8 mi 7m
Sumneytown Pike 1.9 mi 4m
River Street 0.9 mi 1m
Cedar Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
PA 315 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension — 83.8 mi, about 1h 32m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between City of Scranton, PA and Audubon, PA.

1

Start on Cedar Avenue

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Cedar Avenue
2

Continue on Cedar Avenue

400 ft · 12 sec · Cedar Avenue
3

Turn left onto River Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · River Street
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
5

Merge onto I 81

8.4 mi · 9 min · American Legion Memorial Highway
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Toward PA 315 South: Pittston
7

Continue on PA 315

0.2 mi · 23 sec · PA 315
8

Take the exit

343 ft · 8 sec
Toward I 476, I 81 North, PATP Use the slight right lane.
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 58 sec
Toward I 476: Clarks Summit, Allentown
10

Continue on this road

499 ft · 17 sec · this road
11

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
12

Merge onto I 476; PATP

84 mi · 1 hr 32 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 2 min
Exit 31 Toward PA 63: Harleysville, Kulpsville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 23 sec · this road
15

Keep slight left at fork

169 ft · 11 sec
Toward PA 63 East: Lansdale Use the left lane.
16

Turn left onto PA 63

1.9 mi · 4 min · Sumneytown Pike
Use the left lane.
17

Turn right onto PA 363

5.9 mi · 10 min · South Valley Forge Road
18

Continue on PA 363

3.8 mi · 7 min · North Park Avenue
19

Turn sharp left onto Egypt Road

108 ft · 4 sec · Egypt Road
20

Turn right

108 ft · 10 sec
21

Turn right

155 ft · 11 sec
22

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For this 2-hour, 12-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize your day and avoid potential afternoon traffic. Since the route is a straightforward 107.3 miles with a low fuel cost of $18, you likely won't need to plan extensive fuel stops, though it's always wise to top off before leaving Scranton. The longest stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is substantial, so ensure you're comfortable with highway driving for that period. With no planned stops, you have flexibility; however, if you need a break, look for service areas along the turnpike.

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 53.7 miles from City of Scranton, PA, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.8 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 24 miles or 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 53.7 miles or 1h 2m 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 40m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Audubon, 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 107.3 miles and 2h 12m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from City of Scranton, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 83.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

borough in Pennsylvania, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Palmerton, PA

54 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

Hudson, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Palmerton, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 53.7 miles from City of Scranton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 83.8 miles.

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 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 10.1 and 95.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
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
6
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
5
10.6 mi into trip | ~14m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 476 South: Allentown

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 476 South: Allentown
8
94.7 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in

Take the exit toward PA 63: Harleysville, Kulpsville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 31 Toward PA 63: Harleysville, Kulpsville
8
95.6 mi into trip | ~1h 50m in

Keep slight left at fork toward PA 63 East: Lansdale

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward PA 63 East: Lansdale

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$17.79 one way

$35.58 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 38 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $19.48 $38.97
premium $4.93 $20.81 $41.62
diesel $5.61 $23.69 $47.38

Estimated Tolls: $10.89

Pennsylvania Turnpike (83.8 mi) $10.89

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

$18

Tolls

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 37.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 32.2 0 $11.27 $5.15
Efficient EV 26.8 0 $9.39 $4.29
EV Truck/SUV 42.9 0 $15.02 $6.87

Gas CO2

38 kg

EV CO2

13 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 16, 2026

Origin

City of Scranton, PA

Morning in City of Scranton on Sunday

Local time

8:04 AM

EDT

Current temp

86°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 9 mph 3% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 3:08PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Destination

Audubon, PA

Morning in Audubon on Sunday

Local time

8:04 AM

EDT

Current temp

51°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

35 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 12m 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 on this route, with 78% of your journey on major roads. The Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension will be your primary companion for a significant stretch, including the longest uninterrupted segment of 83.8 miles. While the American Legion Memorial Highway and South Valley Forge Road offer some variation, the overall character leans towards efficient travel on well-maintained roadways. This drive is designed for covering ground rather than leisurely sightseeing, offering a steady pace for most of the trip.

78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 83.8 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and American Legion Memorial Highway. 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 Effort 9/10

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 15 significant decision points across 107.3 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 10.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

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 Audubon, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Allentown and Kulpsville.

Patp

10.1 mi in | ~12m

Allentown

10.1 mi in | ~12m

Kulpsville

94.7 mi in | ~1h 47m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 12m. Total distance: 107.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 83.8 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $10.89 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.

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 Audubon, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

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 10.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Audubon, 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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