Origin
Dimock, PA
Late night in Dimock on Tuesday
Local time
5:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dimock, PA to Scranton, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
38.1 mi
61 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
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dimock, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
Dimock, PA to Scranton, PA is 38.1 miles and takes about 1h 4m via I 81 and State Route 106, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip connecting two points within Pennsylvania's Northeast region. With over 80% of the drive on highways, you'll find it's a quick transit focused on covering distance efficiently. Consider this route when you need a direct path between these two locations and want to minimize travel time.
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 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
526 ft
·
17 sec
·
Penn Avenue
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto Linden Street
443 ft
·
12 sec
·
Linden Street
19
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
429 ft
·
14 sec
·
Wyoming Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
Wyoming 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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.1 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
7
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
$6.32 one way
$12.63 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.92 | $13.84 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.39 | $14.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.41 | $16.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Scranton, PA
Late night in Scranton on Tuesday
Local time
5:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°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
2 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
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 82% of the journey on major roads like I 81 and the North Scranton Expressway. Expect a consistent pace for the majority of your trip, including one stretch of 19.4 miles entirely on I 81. While the primary character is that of a fast-paced transit, you will encounter sections on State Route 106, offering a slight variation before returning to expressway travel as you approach Scranton. The overall feel is one of efficient movement, prioritizing speed over winding scenic byways.
82% 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 38.1 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.
About the Cities
Starting in Dimock, PA
Full guide →Arriving in Scranton, PA
Full guide →Scranton is a city in Northeastern Pennsylvania. It is near Wilkes-Barre, and is the seventh most populous city in the state. Today, it is perhaps best known as the setting of the hit TV show "The Office" and the birthplace of Joe Biden, the 46th President of the United States.
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 4m. Total distance: 38.1 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 (82%). 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 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 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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