Origin
Dimock, PA
Afternoon in Dimock on Sunday
Local time
12:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dimock, 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 4m
Distance
38.6 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dimock, PA
Haneul Trac
City of Scranton, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
This 37.5-mile journey from Dimock, PA to the City of Scranton, PA is a quick, one-day trip that will take about 52 minutes to complete. With no highway driving, you'll stick to local roads like State Route 2024 and Dimock to Brooklyn Road, transitioning onto Main Street as you approach Scranton. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $6, making it an affordable excursion. This route is entirely within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, offering a straightforward connection between two points in the state. Given its short duration, it’s perfect for a spontaneous outing or as a segment of a larger regional exploration.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 19.4 mi | 23m |
| State Route 106 | 5.8 mi | 9m |
| North Scranton Expressway | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| State Route 2024 | 2.6 mi | 6m |
| Dimock to Brooklyn Road | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| Potter Road | 1.4 mi | 5m |
| Kingsley Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 19.4 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dimock, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
1
Start on this road
54 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto State Route 2024
2.6 mi
·
6 min
·
State Route 2024
3
Continue on Dimock to Brooklyn Road
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Dimock to Brooklyn Road
4
Continue on Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
5
Turn slight left onto Potter Road
1.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Potter Road
6
Continue on Kingsley Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Kingsley Road
7
Turn straight onto Wickizer Road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Wickizer Road
8
Continue on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Main Street
9
Turn slight right onto PA 106
5.8 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 106
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
11
Merge onto I 81
19 mi
·
23 min
·
I 81
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto US 6 BUS
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 6 BUS
Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
Use the straight lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 6 BUS
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
US 6 BUS
Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
15
Continue on US 11
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
North Scranton Expressway
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 11; PA 307
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Mulberry Street
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn right onto Penn Avenue
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Penn Avenue
Use the right lane.
18
At end of road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Lackawanna Avenue
19
Turn right onto CR 3023
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
Cedar Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.3 miles from Dimock, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 14.7 and 37.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
14.7 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 81
Merge onto I 81
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
34.1 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
7
34.4 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
US 6 BUS
Merge onto US 6 BUS toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
6
34.6 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
US 6 BUS
Keep slight left at fork onto US 6 BUS toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
6
37.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
Penn Avenue
Turn right onto Penn Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.40 one way
$12.80 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.01 | $14.02 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.49 | $14.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.52 | $17.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.05 | $1.85 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.38 | $1.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.40 | $2.47 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Afternoon in City of Scranton on Sunday
Local time
12:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 12 mph
27% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 5:10PM EDT until April 14 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 2:51PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
56°F
Lenox, PA
19 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
42 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 4m 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 on this route, with a 0% highway share. The entire 37.5 miles will be on surface streets and rural roads, meaning you'll be navigating frequent turns and potentially slower speeds. There isn't a 'longest stretch' of uninterrupted driving to note since the entire journey is characterized by its local road nature. This drive will feel like a true exploration of the Pennsylvania countryside and its smaller communities, rather than a high-speed transit.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.4 mi on I 81.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and State Route 106. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.7 miles in near I 81.
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 38.6 miles you will encounter 9 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 14.7 miles (I 81): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.4 miles (US 6 BUS): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 38.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.4 miles on I 81. 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 City of Scranton, 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 14.7 miles (I 81): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.4 miles (US 6 BUS): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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