Traveling from Scranton to Bethel Park covers 311.4 miles and typically takes about 5 hours and 18 minutes of driving time. Because this route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, it functions best as a focused, single-day trip. Budgeting approximately $50 for fuel should cover your needs for the journey. You will be traveling entirely within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region toward the western side of the state. While the drive is manageable in one go, you should plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the time behind the wheel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
145.2 miles from City of Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
98.5 mi
1h 47m
William Penn Highway
61.2 mi
1h 25m
I 99
33.8 mi
36m
American Legion Memorial Highway
32.7 mi
39m
Jacksonville Road
24.2 mi
28m
Admiral Peary Highway
13.4 mi
19m
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
11.8 mi
16m
Blue Belt
3 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 98.5 mi, about 1h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Scranton, PA and Municipality of Bethel Park, PA.
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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
33 mi·39 min·American Legion Memorial Highway
6
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 151BToward I-80 West: Bloomsburg
7
Merge onto I 80
99 mi·1 hr 47 min·Keystone Shortway
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·53 sec
Exit 161Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte
9
Turn left onto US 220; PA 26
24 mi·28 min·Jacksonville Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220
34 mi·36 min·I 99; US 220
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda, Altoona
11
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward US 22: Ebensburg, Hollidaysburg
12
Continue on this road
0.5 mi·43 sec·this road
13
Continue on US 22
16 mi·19 min·William Penn Highway
14
Continue on US 22
13 mi·19 min·Admiral Peary Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 22
45 mi·1 hr 6 min·William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22
12 mi·16 min·Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: PittsburghUse the slight left lane.
17
Take the exit
478 ft·24 sec
Exit 73AToward PA 885 South: GlenwoodUse the slight right lane.
18
Turn right onto PA 885
0.1 mi·13 sec·Bates Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn left onto PA 885
0.1 mi·19 sec·Second Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
20
Turn right onto Hot Metal Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Hot Metal Street
21
At end of road, turn left onto PA 837
1.2 mi·2 min·East Carson Street
22
Turn right onto Blue Belt
2.5 mi·3 min·Becks Run Road
23
Continue on Blue Belt
0.2 mi·21 sec·Biscayne Drive
24
At end of road, turn right onto Blue Belt
0.6 mi·54 sec·Maytide Street
25
Turn left onto PA 51; Blue Belt
0.2 mi·28 sec·Saw Mill Run Boulevard
26
Take the exit onto Blue Belt
3.0 mi·6 min·Blue Belt
Use the straight / left lanes.
27
Turn slight right onto Milford Drive
0.4 mi·54 sec·Milford Drive
28
Turn left onto Hillcrest Street
0.3 mi·38 sec·Hillcrest Street
29
Continue on Bethel Church Road
365 ft·12 sec·Bethel Church Road
30
At end of road, turn right onto Bethel Church Road
0.3 mi·49 sec·Bethel Church Road
31
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
0.4 mi·57 sec·Highland Avenue
32
Turn slight right onto West Library Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·West Library Avenue
33
At end of road, turn right onto South Park Road
0.3 mi·44 sec·South Park Road
34
Turn left onto Main Street
0.3 mi·1 min·Main Street
35
Turn left onto Oak Street
258 ft·11 sec·Oak Street
36
Arrive at destination
Oak Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 5-hour and 18-minute drive, aim to depart early in the morning to navigate local roads while traffic is lighter. Since the route involves constant turning rather than highway cruising, plan for at least one rest stop to stretch your legs and reset your focus. Keep your $50 fuel budget handy, as local roads may offer different refueling options compared to major interstates. Because this is a turn-heavy drive with no significant highway stretches, prioritize patience and double-check your navigation frequently. Staying alert is essential, as the lack of long, straight highway segments means you will be actively steering for the duration of the trip.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 145.2 miles from City of Scranton, PA, or about 2h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.5 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 64 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 145.2 miles or 2h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Municipality of Bethel Park, 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 290.5 miles and 6h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 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 Keystone Shortway for about 98.5 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 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 133.2 and 279.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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133.2 mi into trip|~2h 30m in
Take the exit toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 161
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefo...
6
157.7 mi into trip|~2h 59m in|I 99; US 220
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220 toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda, Altoona
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda,...
8
267.5 mi into trip|~5h 23m in|I 376; US 22 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
7
279.3 mi into trip|~5h 39m in
Take the exit toward PA 885 South: Glenwood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 73A
Toward PA 885 South: Glenwood
6
279.4 mi into trip|~5h 40m in|PA 885 / Bates Street
Turn right onto PA 885 / Bates Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$48.16 one way
$96.32 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg102 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$52.75
$105.49
premium
$4.93
$56.34
$112.68
diesel
$5.61
$64.14
$128.28
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 101.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
87.1
1
$30.50
$13.94
Efficient EV
72.6
0
$25.42
$11.62
EV Truck/SUV
116.2
1
$40.67
$18.59
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
6:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
Morning
in Municipality of Bethel Park on Sunday
Local time
6:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
14 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
6h 4m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This 311.4-mile journey is defined by its turn-heavy, local nature rather than high-speed interstate cruising. You will navigate via Cedar Avenue, River Street, and the American Legion Memorial Highway, experiencing a 0% highway share throughout the trip. Because the route is composed of local roads, there is no single long, uninterrupted stretch to settle into, requiring your full attention on navigation. Expect a technical driving experience that contrasts sharply with the efficiency of a typical highway commute. The road's personality is demanding, keeping you engaged with constant turns as you make your way across the state.
Only 16% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98.5 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 133.2 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 290.5 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 133.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 157.7 miles (I 99; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 267.5 miles (I 376; US 22 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East): 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 Municipality of Bethel Park, PA, road signs point toward Altoona and Hollidaysburg.
Altoona
157.7 mi in|~2h 59m|via I 99; US 220
Hollidaysburg
191.5 mi in|~3h 36m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 4m. Total distance: 290.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 4m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 98.5 miles on Keystone Shortway. 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 Municipality of Bethel Park, 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 133.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 157.7 miles (I 99; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 267.5 miles (I 376; US 22 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.1 hours each way, a round trip means 12.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Municipality of Bethel Park, PA before the return drive.
