Origin
Eastlawn Gardens, PA
Morning in Eastlawn Gardens on Tuesday
Local time
8:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eastlawn Gardens, PA to City of 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 16m
Distance
58.9 mi
95 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eastlawn Gardens, PA
Efrem Efre
City of Scranton, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
This straightforward 58.9-mile drive from Eastlawn Gardens, PA, to the City of Scranton, PA, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 16 minutes. Designed as a highway-focused journey, it's perfect for a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of just $10. The route predominantly utilizes major highways, making it a quick and efficient way to travel between these two Northeast Pennsylvania locations. You won't need to worry about overnight stays for this particular journey; it's a simple point-to-point excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 380 | 18.5 mi | 20m |
| PA-33 | 15.4 mi | 19m |
| Keystone Shortway | 8.6 mi | 10m |
| State Route 307 | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| PA 33 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Moosic Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| East Lawn Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Scranton-Pocono Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 380
— 18.5 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eastlawn Gardens, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
1
Start on Kessler Street
119 ft
·
7 sec
·
Kessler Street
2
Turn right onto Hoch Street
184 ft
·
14 sec
·
Hoch Street
3
Turn left onto PA 191
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Lawn Road
4
Continue on PA 191
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Industrial Boulevard
5
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward PA 191: Stockertown, Nazareth
6
Merge onto PA 33
15 mi
·
19 min
·
PA-33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 33
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
PA 33
Toward PA 33 North: Bartonsville, Hazleton
Use the left lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 80
8.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Keystone Shortway
10
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 293
Toward I 380 North: Scranton
11
Continue on I 380
19 mi
·
20 min
·
I 380
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward 307: Daleville, Moscow
13
Turn left onto PA 307
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Scranton-Pocono Highway
14
Continue on PA 307
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 307
15
Continue on PA 307
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Moosic Street
16
Turn left onto Crown Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Crown Avenue
17
Turn right onto River Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
18
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
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 29.5 miles from Eastlawn Gardens, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 58.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Hoch Street
Turn right onto Hoch Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Turn left toward PA 191: Stockertown, Nazareth
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 191: Stockertown, Nazareth
8
17.3 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
PA 33
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 33 toward PA 33 North: Bartonsville, Hazleton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward PA 33 North: Bartonsville, Hazleton
6
20.4 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward I 80 West: Hazleton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
7
58.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
Cedar Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.76 one way
$19.53 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.69 | $21.39 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.42 | $22.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.00 | $26.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.18 | $2.83 |
| Efficient EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.15 | $2.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.25 | $3.77 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
City of Scranton, PA
Morning in City of Scranton on Tuesday
Local time
8:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 12 mph
27% 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
33 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 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-centric experience on this 58.9-mile route, with 74% of the drive taking place on major roadways like I-380 and PA-33. The Keystone Shortway also plays a role in connecting these points. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 18.5 miles along I-380, offering a consistent pace. This drive is characterized by its focus on efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.5 mi on I 380.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 380 and PA-33. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hoch Street.
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 58.9 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (Hoch Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.3 miles (PA 33): 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Eastlawn Gardens, PA and City of Scranton, PA, road signs point toward Hazleton, 307: Daleville and Moscow.
Hazleton
17.3 mi in
|
~23m
|
via PA 33
307: Daleville
48.6 mi in
|
~1h
Moscow
48.6 mi in
|
~1h
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 58.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.5 miles on I 380. 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: near the start (Hoch Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.3 miles (PA 33): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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