Origin
City of Scranton, PA
Morning in City of Scranton on Sunday
Local time
10:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Scranton, PA to Gold Key Lake, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
47 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
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
Gold Key Lake, PA
Nikolett Emmert
Trip Overview
Scranton, PA to Gold Key Lake, PA is 47 miles and takes about 1 hour 3 minutes via I 84 and PA-739, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward trip stays entirely within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, offering a quick connection between two points. It's a very direct route, largely on the interstate, making it ideal if you're looking for an efficient journey. Given its short duration, this drive is perfect for a single-day excursion, allowing ample time for whatever awaits you at Gold Key Lake.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 33.8 mi | 39m |
| PA-739 | 6.7 mi | 12m |
| Log Tavern Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| American Legion Memorial Highway | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| President Biden Expressway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Gold Key Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Cedar Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 33.8 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Scranton, PA and Gold Key Lake, PA.
1
Start on Cedar Avenue
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
3
Merge onto President Biden Expressway
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
President Biden Expressway
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 81 North: Binghamton
5
Merge onto I 81
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
American Legion Memorial Highway
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I-84 east, US 6 east
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mt Pocono, Milford
9
Merge onto I 84; I 380
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
I 84; I 380
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84
30 mi
·
35 min
·
I 84
Toward I 84 East: Milford
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward PA 739: Lords Valley , Dingmans Ferry
12
Turn right onto PA 739
6.7 mi
·
12 min
·
PA-739
13
Turn left onto Log Tavern Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Log Tavern Road
14
Turn left onto Gold Key Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Gold Key Road
15
Arrive at destination
Gold Key Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.5 miles from City of Scranton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 135 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 37.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 81 North: Binghamton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 81 North: Binghamton
5
3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit toward I-84 east, US 6 east
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I-84 east, US 6 east
6
3.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mt Pocono, Milford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mt Pocono, Milfo...
5
7.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 84
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84 toward I 84 East: Milford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 84 East: Milford
5
37.9 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward PA 739: Lords Valley , Dingmans Ferry
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 739: Lords Valley , Dingmans Ferry
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.79 one way
$15.58 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.53 | $17.07 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.12 | $18.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.38 | $20.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.94 | $2.26 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.11 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.58 | $3.01 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Gold Key Lake, PA
Morning in Gold Key Lake on Sunday
Local time
10:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Lehigh, PA
24 mi in
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
3 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
1h 3m 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?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 88% of the journey on high-speed roads, primarily I 84. You'll experience a solid 33.8-mile stretch on I 84, so expect consistent, uninterrupted travel for a significant portion. As you transition to PA-739 and then Log Tavern Road, the character might shift slightly, but the overall feel remains that of a quick, efficient connection rather than a winding, scenic exploration. It’s designed for getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.8 mi on I 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and PA-739. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
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 Gold Key Lake, PA, road signs point toward Milford and Dingmans Ferry.
Milford
3.7 mi in
|
~5m
Dingmans Ferry
37.9 mi in
|
~45m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 47 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.8 miles on I 84. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Gold Key Lake, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Gold Key Lake, 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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