If you are planning a trip from Scranton to Lehman, Pennsylvania, prepare for a 156.6-mile journey that takes approximately 3 hours and 16 minutes to complete. Because this route fits comfortably into a single day, you will not need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend around $26 on fuel, making this a budget-friendly excursion within the Northeast region. The trip relies on a combination of the American Legion Memorial Highway, I-83, and US-30 to get you to your destination. Since this is a turn-heavy local drive, it is best suited for those who prefer an active driving experience over a simple interstate cruise. Overall, it serves as a straightforward, efficient way to traverse this part of the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
78.3 miles from City of Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 32m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
American Legion Memorial Highway
113.7 mi
2h 13m
I 83
28 mi
35m
US 30
5.1 mi
8m
Hanover Road
2.6 mi
4m
North Main Street
2.3 mi
5m
Loucks Road
1.3 mi
2m
River Street
0.9 mi
1m
North George Street
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
American Legion Memorial Highway
— 113.7 mi, about 2h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Scranton, PA and Lehman, PA.
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Start on Cedar Avenue
0.1 mi·11 sec·Cedar Avenue
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Continue on Cedar Avenue
400 ft·12 sec·Cedar Avenue
3
Turn left onto River Street
0.9 mi·1 min·River Street
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Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
5
Merge onto I 81
114 mi·2 hr 13 min·American Legion Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 70Toward I 83 South, US 322 East: South Harrisburg, YorkUse the slight left lane.
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Continue on I 83; US 322
3.7 mi·5 min·I 83; US 322
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 83
4.6 mi·6 min·I 83
Toward I 83 South: Harrisburg, YorkUse the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 83
20 mi·23 min·I 83
Toward I 83 South: York, BaltimoreUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward I 83 Business, PA 181
11
Keep slight left at fork
172 ft·6 sec
Toward I 83 Business, PA 181
12
Turn right onto I 83 BUS; PA 181
0.5 mi·43 sec·North George Street
13
Turn right onto US 30
0.1 mi·19 sec·Arsenal Road
14
Continue on US 30
1.3 mi·2 min·Loucks Road
15
Continue on US 30
3.6 mi·5 min·US 30
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 30
1.5 mi·3 min·US 30
Toward US 30 West: GettysburgUse the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn left onto PA 116
2.6 mi·4 min·Hanover Road
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on PA 116
1.3 mi·2 min·North Main Street
19
Enter roundabout onto PA 116
304 ft·6 sec·North Main Street
20
Continue on PA 116
0.9 mi·2 min·North Main Street
21
Continue on PA 116
0.3 mi·44 sec·York Road
22
Turn left onto Lehman Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Lehman Road
Use the left lane.
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Arrive at destination
Lehman Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a one-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule, though aiming for a morning start helps you navigate the local turns while you are fresh. You only need to plan for one major stop along the way, so use that time to stretch your legs after the long 113.7-mile stretch on the American Legion Memorial Highway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $26 estimated cost can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and local station pricing. Because the route is turn-heavy, prioritize keeping your cargo secured and checking your tire pressure before you head out. Enjoy the freedom of a shorter trip that gets you to your destination without the exhaustion of a multi-day haul.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 78.3 miles from City of Scranton, PA, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.7 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 34 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.3 miles or 1h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lehman, 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 156.6 miles and 3h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from City of Scranton, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on American Legion Memorial Highway for about 113.7 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 115 and 149.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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115 mi into trip|~2h 15m in
Take the exit toward I 83 South, US 322 East: South Harrisburg, York
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 70
Toward I 83 South, US 322 East: South Harrisbur...
8
119.6 mi into trip|~2h 22m in|I 83
Keep slight right at fork onto I 83 toward I 83 South: Harrisburg, York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 83 South: Harrisburg, York
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124.2 mi into trip|~2h 28m in|I 83
Keep slight right at fork onto I 83 toward I 83 South: York, Baltimore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 83 South: York, Baltimore
7
144 mi into trip|~2h 52m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 83 Business, PA 181
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 83 Business, PA 181
7
149.5 mi into trip|~3h 1m in|US 30
Keep slight right at fork onto US 30 toward US 30 West: Gettysburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward US 30 West: Gettysburg
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.96 one way
$51.92 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg55 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$28.43
$56.87
premium
$4.93
$30.37
$60.74
diesel
$5.61
$34.58
$69.15
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
47
0
$16.44
$7.52
Efficient EV
39.2
0
$13.70
$6.26
EV Truck/SUV
62.6
0
$21.92
$10.02
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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 14, 2026
Origin
City of Scranton, PA
Morning
in City of Scranton on Sunday
Local time
8:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
SW 2 to 8 mph28% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Lehman, PA
Morning
in Lehman on Sunday
Local time
8:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
70°F
South Lebanon, PA
78 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
18 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
3h 16m 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.
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...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 97.2
Park Closure: List of trail closures post-Hurricane Helene
Caution: Black Bears Frequenting the McAfee Knob Area in Virginia
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
National Monument
More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...
15 mi from route
~38 min detour
Free
near mile 124.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a varied driving experience that shifts between high-speed transit and more technical navigation. Only 21% of this route consists of highway travel, meaning you will spend the majority of your time on local roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 113.7 miles along the American Legion Memorial Highway, which provides a significant portion of the total mileage. As you move away from the main highway segments, the road becomes increasingly turn-heavy, requiring more focus and engagement behind the wheel. Prepare for a transition from steady highway speeds to the more deliberate, winding pace of the local sections that define the final approach to Lehman.
Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 113.7 mi on American Legion Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 115 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 156.6 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 115 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 119.6 miles (I 83): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 124.2 miles (I 83): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Lehman, PA, road signs point toward York and Baltimore.
York
115 mi in|~2h 15m
Baltimore
124.2 mi in|~2h 28m|via I 83
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 16m. Total distance: 156.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 113.7 miles on American Legion Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Lehman, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 115 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 119.6 miles (I 83): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 124.2 miles (I 83): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Appalachian National Scenic Trail and Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Lehman, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.
