Origin
City of Scranton, PA
Night in City of Scranton on Monday
Local time
9:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
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Live forecast
Trip from City of Scranton, PA to Chester Springs, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 8, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 29m
Distance
125.8 mi
202 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 19m
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6 AM
2h 30m
8 AM
2h 50m
10 AM
2h 37m
12 PM
2h 35m
3 PM
2h 38m
5 PM
2h 49m
8 PM
2h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
City of Scranton, PA
Michael Taccetta
Chester Springs, PA
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Trip Overview
The City of Scranton to Chester Springs is 125.8 miles and takes about 2 hours and 29 minutes via Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Pennsylvania Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to another part of the same region. It's primarily a highway drive, making it a straightforward option if you're looking to get from point A to point B efficiently. You'll spend most of your time on major toll roads, so be prepared for that kind of driving experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
62.9 miles from City of Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 94.1 mi | 1h 43m |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 13.5 mi | 14m |
| American Legion Memorial Highway | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| Pikeland Road | 2.6 mi | 6m |
| Kimberton Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Clover Mill Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| River Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Morehall Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 94.1 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Scranton, PA and Chester Springs, 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
94 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 276 West: Harrisburg
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto I 276; PATP
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
2 min
Exit 320
Toward PA 29: Phoenixville, Malvern
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right
206 ft
·
5 sec
Toward PA 29 North: Phoenixville
17
Turn slight right onto PA 29
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Morehall Road
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on Charlestown Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Charlestown Road
19
Turn left onto Pikeland Road
2.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Pikeland Road
20
Continue on Clover Mill Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Clover Mill Road
21
At end of road, turn left onto PA 113
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Kimberton Road
22
Turn sharp left onto Yellow Springs Road
259 ft
·
8 sec
·
Yellow Springs Road
23
Arrive at destination
Yellow Springs Road
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 2.5-hour drive, you have a lot of flexibility. Leaving in the morning or early afternoon should give you ample time to arrive before evening. Since the longest stretch on the highway is over 94 miles, consider a brief stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs, especially if you're not used to extended highway driving. Keep an eye on your fuel as you approach Chester Springs, as the estimated fuel cost of $21 is based on typical conditions, and toll road gas prices can sometimes be higher. The Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is a toll road, so have your E-ZPass or cash ready.
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 62.9 miles from City of Scranton, PA, or about 1h 12m 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 28 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.9 miles or 1h 12m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chester Springs, 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 125.8 miles and 2h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.9 miles from City of Scranton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94.1 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 10.1 and 119 — 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
6
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
8
119 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
Take the exit toward PA 29: Phoenixville, Malvern
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 320
Toward PA 29: Phoenixville, Malvern
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.02 one way
$42.04 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.67 | $23.13 | $46.27 |
| premium | $5.01 | $24.82 | $49.65 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $27.73 | $55.46 |
Estimated Tolls: $13.98
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(107.6 mi)
$13.98
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
$21
Tolls
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.7 | 0 | $13.21 | $6.04 |
| Efficient EV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.01 | $5.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.3 | 0 | $17.61 | $8.05 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Destination
Chester Springs, PA
Night in Chester Springs on Monday
Local time
9:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
5 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
2h 29m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect to be on highways for about 86% of this 125.8-mile trip. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 94.1 miles, mostly on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and the Pennsylvania Turnpike. You'll notice a significant amount of highway driving, with a dense network of exits and merges common to major toll roads. The transition to surface roads will occur after this long highway segment.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 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?
9/10
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 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 16 significant decision points across 125.8 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.
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 Chester Springs, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Allentown and Malvern.
Patp
10.1 mi in
|
~12m
Allentown
10.1 mi in
|
~12m
Malvern
119 mi in
|
~2h 14m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 29m. Total distance: 125.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). 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 $13.98 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 Chester Springs, 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 Chester Springs, 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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