Origin
Delaware, PA
Morning in Delaware on Sunday
Local time
8:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Delaware, PA to City of Scranton, 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 22m
Distance
57.1 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Delaware, PA
Christopher Santiago
City of Scranton, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick getaway from Delaware, PA, to Scranton, PA, expect a straightforward journey covering 57.1 miles. You should plan on approximately 1 hour and 6 minutes of drive time, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. Budget about $9 for fuel to complete the transit between these two Northeast Pennsylvania locations. Because the duration is quite short, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or complex hotel arrangements. This route serves as an efficient connection, allowing you to reach your destination quickly without the stress of a long-haul excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 33.4 mi | 39m |
| PA-739 | 14.2 mi | 26m |
| US 209 | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| American Legion Memorial Highway | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| President Biden Expressway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Cedar Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 33.4 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delaware, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
1
Start on US 209
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
US 209
2
Turn left onto PA 739
14 mi
·
26 min
·
PA-739
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
4
Merge onto I 84
33 mi
·
39 min
·
I 84
5
Take the exit
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 81 South: Wilkes-Barre
6
Merge onto I 81
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
American Legion Memorial Highway
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 185
Toward President Biden Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on President Biden Expressway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
President Biden Expressway
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward Cedar Avenue
10
Turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Arrive at destination
Cedar Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.5 miles from Delaware, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 4.9 and 57 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
4.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
PA 739 / PA-739
Turn left onto PA 739 / PA-739
Navigation decision point
4
52.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward I 81 South: Wilkes-Barre
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 81 South: Wilkes-Barre
7
55.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward President Biden Expressway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 185
Toward President Biden Expressway
4
56.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward Cedar Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Cedar Avenue
6
57 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
Cedar Avenue
Turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.47 one way
$18.93 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.37 | $20.74 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.07 | $22.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.61 | $25.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $6.00 | $2.74 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.99 | $3.65 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
City of Scranton, PA
Morning in City of Scranton on Sunday
Local time
8:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Mostly Sunny
SE 2 to 14 mph
3% chance
Live forecast
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
15 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
1h 22m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. You will navigate a combination of PA-739, I-81 South, and the American Legion Memorial Highway to reach your destination. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this journey focuses on local roads that demand your full attention. With a highway share of 0%, you should prepare for a driving experience that favors maneuvering through regional paths rather than cruising at high speeds on major freeways. The transition between these specific roads creates a varied pace that feels more like a localized commute than a long-distance trek.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.4 mi on I 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and PA-739. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.9 miles in near PA 739 / PA-739.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.1 miles you will encounter 8 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 4.9 miles (PA 739 / PA-739): Navigation decision point; at 52.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 55.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Delaware, PA
Full guide →Delaware has beautiful beaches and parks. The more popular beaches are in: Rehoboth Beach, Lewes, Dewey Beach and Bethany Beach. Most parks in Delaware's very extensive and well maintained park system are free or low-cost. The First State National Historical Park a group of historical sites that cover the early colonial history of Delaware and the role Delaware played in the establishment of the United States, leading up to it being the first state to ratify the U.S. Constitution. It is one of the smallest states in the United States. It has beautiful beaches, and activities vary from business-friendly Wilmington to the rural southern parts of the state.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 57.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.4 miles on I 84. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 4.9 miles (PA 739 / PA-739): Navigation decision point; at 52.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 55.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. 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 City of Scranton, 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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