Trip from Farrell, PA to Scranton, PA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 27m

Distance

294.8 mi

474 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$49

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

5h 14m ★

6 AM

5h 28m

8 AM

5h 55m

10 AM

5h 37m

12 PM

5h 34m

3 PM

5h 38m

5 PM

5h 53m

8 PM

5h 20m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

Farrell, PA to Scranton, PA is 294.8 miles and takes about 5h 27m via Keystone Shortway and I 81, with a fuel budget near $49 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This journey stays within Pennsylvania, traversing the Northeast region. Expect a drive with frequent turns, characteristic of local roads, interspersed with some highway travel. While it's a single-day trip at just over five hours, consider that the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll be actively navigating for much of the way, so plan for that mental engagement.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

147.4 miles from Farrell, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 41m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Keystone Shortway	255.5 mi	4h 35m
I 81	32.4 mi	39m
Broadway Avenue	2 mi	3m
River Street	1 mi	1m
Beaver Valley Expressway	0.8 mi	<1m
Indiana Avenue	0.4 mi	1m
Council Street	0.3 mi	<1m
Roemer Boulevard	0.3 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 255.5 mi, about 4h 35m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Farrell, PA and Scranton, PA.

Start on Beechwood Avenue

98 ft · 11 sec · Beechwood Avenue

Turn left onto Roemer Boulevard

0.3 mi · 48 sec · Roemer Boulevard

Turn right onto Indiana Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Indiana Avenue

Turn right onto PA 418

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Mercer Avenue

Turn left onto PA 418

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Council Street

Turn left onto PA 760

2.0 mi · 3 min · Broadway Avenue

Continue on PA 760

0.8 mi · 51 sec · Beaver Valley Expressway

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec

Toward I 80 East: Mercer

Merge onto I 80

255 mi · 4 hr 35 min · Keystone Shortway

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 260B Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre

Merge onto I 81

32 mi · 39 min · I 81

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Toward PA 307

Turn left onto River Street

1.0 mi · 1 min · River Street

At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue

0.3 mi · 31 sec · Cedar Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on Adams Avenue

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Adams Avenue

Turn left onto Biden Street

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Biden Street

Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue

135 ft · 4 sec · Wyoming Avenue

Arrive at destination

Wyoming Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the 5h 27m duration and the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, departing earlier in the morning is advisable to allow ample time for navigation and potential unexpected delays. The recommended one stop is well-placed, but don't hesitate to take additional short breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially as you transition from the 255.5-mile stretch on the Keystone Shortway to more local segments; fuel stops might be less frequent on those local portions. Consider downloading offline maps, as cell service can be spotty on some of the local road segments.

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 147.4 miles from Farrell, PA, or about 2h 41m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 255.5 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 65 miles or 1h 12m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 147.4 miles or 2h 41m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 23m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scranton, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Farrell, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Farrell, PA

This is one driving day of about 294.8 miles and 5h 27m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 miles from Farrell, 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 255.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Clearfield, PA

147 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

Punxsutawney, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 65 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Clearfield, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 147.4 miles from Farrell, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 255.5 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Globe Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Hubbard, Ohio

Hours: 6 am–11:30 pm

+13305349725

Visit website

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 294.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Roemer Boulevard

Turn left onto Roemer Boulevard

Navigation decision point

259.9 mi into trip | ~4h 42m 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

294.1 mi into trip | ~5h 26m in | Cedar Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

294.5 mi into trip | ~5h 27m in | Biden Street

Turn left onto Biden Street

Navigation decision point

294.7 mi into trip | ~5h 27m in | Wyoming Avenue

Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$48.87 one way

$97.75 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 103 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$53.53	$107.06
premium	$4.93	$57.17	$114.35
diesel	$5.61	$65.09	$130.18

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$49

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$74–$99

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 103.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	88.4	1	$30.95	$14.15
Efficient EV	73.7	0	$25.79	$11.79
EV Truck/SUV	117.9	1	$41.27	$18.87

Gas CO2

103 kg

EV CO2

34 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Farrell, PA

Late night in Farrell on Tuesday

Local time

4:45 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Scranton, PA

Late night in Scranton on Tuesday

Local time

4:45 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Slight Chance Rain Showers

N 8 mph 15% chance Live forecast

64°F

Clearfield, PA

147 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

26 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

5h 27m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is primarily a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll encounter numerous changes in direction and road names rather than a consistent highway experience. With only an 11% highway share, much of your time will be spent on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 255.5 miles on the Keystone Shortway, which will offer a more consistent pace before you transition to more varied local driving. Be prepared for a dynamic journey where you're constantly adjusting your course.

Only 11% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.

18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 255.5 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 early in the drive near Roemer Boulevard.

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 5h 27m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Roemer Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 259.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 294.1 miles (Cedar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

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 5h 27m. Total distance: 294.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (11%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 255.5 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.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 10.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Scranton, PA before the return drive.

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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Trip from Farrell, PA to Scranton, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Globe Restaurant

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Farrell, PA

Scranton, PA

Same local time

26 degrees warmer at arrival

5h 27m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

About the Cities

Arriving in Scranton, PA

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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