Origin
Eden, PA
Morning in Eden on Sunday
Local time
10:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eden, 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
3h 31m
Distance
178.3 mi
287 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 20m
★
6 AM
3h 32m
8 AM
3h 57m
10 AM
3h 41m
12 PM
3h 38m
3 PM
3h 42m
5 PM
3h 55m
8 PM
3h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eden, PA
Haneul Trac
City of Scranton, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
This 178.3-mile journey from Eden, PA, to the City of Scranton, PA, will take approximately 3 hours and 31 minutes of driving time. Primarily utilizing the Keystone Shortway and I-81, with some travel on Shawville Highway, this route is well-suited as a single-day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $30, it's an economical option for exploring within the Northeast region. The drive offers a mix of road types, making it an engaging, turn-heavy local experience rather than a monotonous highway cruise. You'll find it's a manageable distance for a day's travel, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
89.1 miles from Eden, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 136.4 mi | 2h 27m |
| I 81 | 32.4 mi | 39m |
| Shawville Highway | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Trout Run Road | 2.8 mi | 10m |
| River Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Eden Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Cedar Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Shawville Croft Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 136.4 mi, about 2h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eden, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
1
Start on Eden Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Eden Road
2
Continue on Trout Run Road
2.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Trout Run Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto PA 879
397 ft
·
14 sec
·
Shawville Croft Highway
4
Turn left onto PA 970
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Shawville Highway
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
6
Merge onto I 80
136 mi
·
2 hr 27 min
·
Keystone Shortway
7
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 260B
Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
8
Merge onto I 81
32 mi
·
39 min
·
I 81
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward PA 307
10
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
11
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Arrive at destination
Cedar Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 3-hour and 31-minute duration for this 178.3-mile trip, starting your drive earlier in the day will grant you maximum flexibility for any unscheduled stops or detours. The fuel cost is estimated at $30, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before departing Eden, PA, as there's only one recommended stop. While the longest stretch on the Keystone Shortway is over 136 miles, be prepared for the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile as you approach Scranton. Keep an eye on road signage, especially when transitioning between the main highways and local roads.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 89.1 miles from Eden, PA, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 136.4 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 39 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 89.1 miles or 1h 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Scranton, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Eden, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Eden, PA
This is one driving day of about 178.3 miles and 3h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Eden, 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 136.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 89.1 miles from Eden, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 136.4 miles.
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 3.3 and 178.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.3 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
PA 879 / Shawville Croft Highway
At end of road, turn right onto PA 879 / Shawville Croft Highway
Navigation decision point
4
3.4 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
PA 970 / Shawville Highway
Turn left onto PA 970 / Shawville Highway
Navigation decision point
4
7.2 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
143.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 48m in
Take the exit toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 260B
Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
7
178.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 31m 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
$29.56 one way
$59.12 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $32.37 | $64.75 |
| premium | $4.93 | $34.58 | $69.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.37 | $78.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.5 | 0 | $18.72 | $8.56 |
| Efficient EV | 44.6 | 0 | $15.60 | $7.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.3 | 0 | $24.96 | $11.41 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (66% 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
10:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 9 mph
3% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:42AM EDT by NWS State College PA
60°F
Carroll, PA
89 mi in
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
22 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
3h 31m 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 for much of this 178.3-mile route, with only 18% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 136.4 miles on the Keystone Shortway, offering a period of more consistent driving. As you transition between the Keystone Shortway, I-81, and Shawville Highway, the road character will evolve, shifting from faster highway segments to more winding local roads. This dynamic change in scenery and driving conditions keeps the experience engaging throughout the 3-hour and 31-minute trip.
Only 18% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 136.4 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.3 miles in near PA 879 / Shawville Croft Highway.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 31m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.3 miles (PA 879 / Shawville Croft Highway): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (PA 970 / Shawville Highway): Navigation decision point; at 7.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 31m. Total distance: 178.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (18%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 136.4 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.3 miles (PA 879 / Shawville Croft Highway): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (PA 970 / Shawville Highway): Navigation decision point; at 7.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.1 hours — manageable with a long break at City of Scranton, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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