Scranton to Berwyn is 118.4 miles and takes about 2h 21m via the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Pennsylvania Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive will take you across the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, staying within the state for the entire journey. Given its relatively short duration, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination with plenty of time to spare. Expect a straightforward drive primarily on major highways, making it a convenient option for a quick transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
59.2 miles from City of Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 8m 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
6.9 mi·7 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 326Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, PhiladelphiaUse the slight right lane.
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Continue on this road
0.3 mi·47 sec·this road
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia, Valley Forge
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Continue on I 76
0.4 mi·38 sec·Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight lane.
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Take the exit
446 ft·10 sec
Exit 328AToward US 202 South, US 422 West: West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward US 202 SouthUse the slight left lane.
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Merge onto US 202
1.6 mi·2 min·US 202
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward PA 252 North: Valley Forge RoadUse the slight right lane.
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Turn straight onto East Swedesford Road
0.2 mi·25 sec·East Swedesford Road
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Turn left onto PA 252
0.6 mi·1 min·Valley Forge Road
Use the left lane.
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Continue on Devon State Road
0.2 mi·22 sec·Devon State Road
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Turn right onto Berwyn Baptist Road
1.0 mi·2 min·Berwyn Baptist Road
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Turn left onto Francis Avenue
0.2 mi·45 sec·Francis Avenue
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Turn right onto Warren Avenue
230 ft·9 sec·Warren Avenue
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At end of road, turn right onto Old Lancaster Avenue
0.2 mi·36 sec·Old Lancaster Avenue
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Turn right onto Berwyn Avenue
352 ft·20 sec·Berwyn Avenue
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Turn left onto Woodside Avenue
0.1 mi·26 sec·Woodside Avenue
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Turn left onto Bartholomew Road
438 ft·19 sec·Bartholomew Road
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Arrive at destination
Bartholomew Road
Trip Plan
For this 2h 21m drive, starting in the morning is a good idea to avoid any potential rush hour traffic as you get closer to Berwyn. Since the total distance is only 118.4 miles, you won't need to plan for multiple overnight stops. You can easily complete this trip in one day. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the 94.1-mile stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, as services might be less frequent than on other roads. Your estimated fuel cost is around $20, so plan accordingly.
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 59.2 miles from City of Scranton, PA, or about 1h 8m 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 26 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.2 miles or 1h 8m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Berwyn, 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 118.4 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 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 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 23
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.1 and 113.7 — 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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112.4 mi into trip|~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
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113.6 mi into trip|~2h 10m in
Take the exit toward US 202 South, US 422 West: West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road
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 328A
Toward US 202 South, US 422 West: West Chester,...
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113.7 mi into trip|~2h 10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 202 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 202 South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.63 one way
$39.26 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$21.50
$43.00
premium
$4.93
$22.96
$45.92
diesel
$5.61
$26.14
$52.28
Estimated Tolls: $13.13
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(101.1 mi)$13.13
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
$20
Tolls
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35.5
0
$12.43
$5.68
Efficient EV
29.6
0
$10.36
$4.74
EV Truck/SUV
47.4
0
$16.58
$7.58
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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
6:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 9 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:42AM EDT by NWS State College PA
Destination
Berwyn, PA
Morning
in Berwyn on Sunday
Local time
6:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
12 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 21m 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...
2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 114.3
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...
14 mi from route
~34 min detour
$1
near mile 106.2
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...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
Free
near mile 106.2
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
~41 min detour
Free
near mile 118.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is largely a highway-focused drive, with 87% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for a significant portion, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 94.1 miles. The American Legion Memorial Highway also plays a role in connecting you to the turnpike system. Expect a consistent pace on these well-maintained highways, with minimal detours or changes in road type until you approach your destination.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 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 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 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 23 significant decision points across 118.4 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 112.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Berwyn, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Allentown and Philadelphia.
Patp
10.1 mi in|~12m
Allentown
10.1 mi in|~12m
Philadelphia
112.4 mi in|~2h 7m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 21m. Total distance: 118.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). 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 $13.13 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 Berwyn, 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 112.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Berwyn, PA before heading back.
