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Trip from City of Scranton, PA to Fredericksburg, 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

Distance

94 mi

151 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
1h 52m ★
6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 18m
10 AM
2h 7m
12 PM
2h 5m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 17m
8 PM
1h 56m

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 Fredericksburg, PA, PA

Fredericksburg, PA

Michael Taccetta

Trip Overview

This 94-mile journey from Scranton, PA, to Fredericksburg, PA, is a straightforward, one-day drive taking approximately 2 hours. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, it's an economical option for a quick trip. The route primarily utilizes local roads, indicated by its "turn-heavy local drive" profile and zero highway share, making it a more engaging experience than a typical interstate cruise. Since it's a short drive, you can easily complete it in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule and ample time at your destination. Both Scranton and Fredericksburg are located within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, offering a familiar landscape throughout your travels.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

47 miles from City of Scranton, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
American Legion Memorial Highway 79.5 mi 1h 33m
Pine Grove Road 4.4 mi 7m
Geary Wolfe Road 2.6 mi 4m
South Tremont Road 2.3 mi 3m
North Tulpehocken Street 1.6 mi 3m
River Street 0.9 mi 1m
Camp Swatara Road 0.7 mi 1m
Molleystown Road 0.5 mi <1m
Longest stretch: American Legion Memorial Highway — 79.5 mi, about 1h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

80 mi · 1 hr 33 min · American Legion Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward PA 125: Ravine
7

Turn right onto Molleystown Road

0.5 mi · 50 sec · Molleystown Road
8

At end of road, turn right onto PA 125

2.3 mi · 3 min · South Tremont Road
9

Continue on PA 125

1.6 mi · 3 min · North Tulpehocken Street
10

Continue on PA 443

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Suedberg Road
11

Turn left onto PA 645

2.6 mi · 4 min · Geary Wolfe Road
12

Continue on PA 645

0.7 mi · 1 min · Camp Swatara Road
13

Turn right onto Pine Grove Road

4.4 mi · 7 min · Pine Grove Road
14

Turn right onto US 22; PA 343

0.2 mi · 17 sec · William Penn Highway
15

Turn slight right

390 ft · 15 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
16

Continue on East Main Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · East Main Street
17

Arrive at destination

East Main Street

Trip Plan

Given the 2-hour duration and 94-mile distance, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize your daylight hours and take advantage of the flexibility afforded by a shorter drive. While there are no designated stops mentioned, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 79.5 miles on the American Legion Memorial Highway, as local road driving can sometimes be less predictable for refueling opportunities. The estimated fuel cost of $16 suggests a budget-friendly excursion, so planning for a small buffer is always wise.

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 47 miles from City of Scranton, PA, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.5 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 21 miles or 25m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 47 miles or 56m 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 31m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fredericksburg, 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 94 miles and 2h.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 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 American Legion Memorial Highway for about 79.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

borough in central Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania

Mid-route town

Meal stop

New Philadelphia, PA

47 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

Pittston, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

West Hazleton, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 47 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 American Legion Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 79.5 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–8 am

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 40.3

Hazleton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 13.4

Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

+18668167584

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 6.7

Pittston, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15706554116

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour

Moosic, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

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 0.2 and 81.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | River Street

Turn left onto River Street

Navigation decision point

4
1.1 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the ramp

Navigation decision point

5
1.3 mi into trip | ~2m in | I 81 / American Legion Memorial Highway

Merge onto I 81 / American Legion Memorial Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
80.8 mi into trip | ~1h 35m in

Take the exit toward PA 125: Ravine

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward PA 125: Ravine
4
81.6 mi into trip | ~1h 37m in | PA 125 / South Tremont Road

At end of road, turn right onto PA 125 / South Tremont Road

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.58 one way

$31.17 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 33 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $17.07 $34.14
premium $4.93 $18.23 $36.46
diesel $5.61 $20.75 $41.51

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 32.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 28.2 0 $9.87 $4.51
Efficient EV 23.5 0 $8.23 $3.76
EV Truck/SUV 37.6 0 $13.16 $6.02

Gas CO2

33 kg

EV CO2

11 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 15, 2026

Origin

City of Scranton, PA

Morning in City of Scranton on Sunday

Local time

11:18 AM

EDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fredericksburg, PA

Morning in Fredericksburg on Sunday

Local time

11:18 AM

EDT

Current temp

44°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

60°F

New Philadelphia, PA

47 mi in

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

1 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 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...

2 mi from route ~6 min detour Free near mile 94
Park Closure: List of trail closures post-Hurricane Helene
Caution: Black Bears Frequenting the McAfee Knob Area in Virginia
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" experience on this 94-mile route, with no highway miles to speak of. The American Legion Memorial Highway accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch at 79.5 miles, providing a solid segment of consistent driving. However, be prepared for frequent turns and a more intimate connection with the local terrain as you navigate through areas like Pine Grove Road and Geary Wolfe Road. This type of driving demands your attention, offering a hands-on feel for the Pennsylvania countryside rather than a high-speed transit.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 79.5 mi on American Legion Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near River Street.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from City of Scranton, PA to Fredericksburg, PA is easy. At 2h with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (River Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (I 81 / American Legion Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h. Total distance: 94 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 79.5 miles on American Legion Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (River Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (I 81 / American Legion Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Appalachian National Scenic Trail. 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 Fredericksburg, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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