Spanning 312.8 miles across Pennsylvania, this trip from Fox Run to Scranton takes approximately 5 hours and 48 minutes of driving time. Because the journey is manageable within a single day, you can comfortably complete it without an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize a combination of the Keystone Shortway, I-81, and I-79 to navigate through the Northeast region. Budgeting around $52 for fuel is a safe estimate for your vehicle's expenses along this path. Since the route involves a mix of highway and local travel, it is best suited for drivers looking for a straightforward, single-day transit.
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
156.4 miles from Fox Run, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 53m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
239.8 mi
4h 18m
I 81
32.4 mi
39m
I 79
31 mi
33m
Perry Highway
5 mi
7m
Rowan Road
1 mi
2m
River Street
1 mi
1m
Peters Road
0.3 mi
<1m
Cedar Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 239.8 mi, about 4h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fox Run, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
1
Start on Northfield Road
468 ft·24 sec·Northfield Road
2
Turn left onto Gable Road
384 ft·21 sec·Gable Road
3
Turn left onto Peters Road
0.3 mi·40 sec·Peters Road
4
Continue on Rowan Road
1.0 mi·2 min·Rowan Road
5
Turn right onto US 19
5.0 mi·7 min·Perry Highway
Use the right lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·52 sec
Toward I 79 North: ErieUse the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 79
31 mi·33 min·I 79
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 80 East: Clarion
9
Merge onto I 80
240 mi·4 hr 18 min·Keystone Shortway
Toward I 80 East: Clarion
10
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 260BToward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
11
Merge onto I 81
32 mi·39 min·I 81
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward PA 307
13
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi·1 min·River Street
14
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.2 mi·18 sec·Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Arrive at destination
Cedar Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the total duration of nearly six hours, try to depart early in the morning to avoid fatigue during the more technical, turn-heavy portions of the drive. You have one scheduled stop available, so choose your break point strategically after your long 239.8-mile stretch on the Keystone Shortway to maximize your comfort. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $52 cost can fluctuate depending on where you choose to fill up along the interstate versus local roads. Since you only have one planned stop, use it to stretch and reset before tackling the final, more winding segments of the route into Scranton.
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 156.4 miles from Fox Run, PA, or about 2h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 239.8 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 69 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 156.4 miles or 2h 53m 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 41m
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 Fox Run, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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 Fox Run, PA
This is one driving day of about 312.8 miles and 5h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 69 miles from Fox Run, 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 239.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 312.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.4 mi into trip|~3m in|US 19 / Perry Highway
Turn right onto US 19 / Perry Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
6.4 mi into trip|~11m in
Take the ramp toward I 79 North: Erie
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 79 North: Erie
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6.8 mi into trip|~11m in|I 79
Merge onto I 79
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
278.4 mi into trip|~5h 4m 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
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312.6 mi into trip|~5h 48m 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
$51.86 one way
$103.72 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg109 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$56.80
$113.59
premium
$4.93
$60.66
$121.33
diesel
$5.61
$69.06
$138.12
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 109.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
93.8
1
$32.84
$15.01
Efficient EV
78.2
0
$27.37
$12.51
EV Truck/SUV
125.1
1
$43.79
$20.02
Gas CO2
109 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (66% 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 14, 2026
Origin
Fox Run, PA
Morning
in Fox Run on Sunday
Local time
10:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
City of Scranton, PA
Morning
in City of Scranton on Sunday
Local time
10:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
SW 2 to 8 mph28% chanceLive forecast
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
13 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 48m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a diverse experience behind the wheel, as this route balances high-speed transit with more technical, turn-heavy local segments. While 20% of your travel occurs on highways, the vast majority of your time will be spent navigating winding local roads that demand your full attention. You will encounter a significant, uninterrupted stretch of 239.8 miles along the Keystone Shortway, which provides a stark contrast to the tighter, more demanding sections of the drive. The personality of the road shifts from fast-paced interstate cruising to more localized, precise maneuvering as you head toward Scranton.
Only 20% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 239.8 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near US 19 / Perry Highway.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 312.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 1.4 miles (US 19 / Perry Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (I 79): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 48m. Total distance: 312.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (20%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 239.8 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (US 19 / Perry Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (I 79): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.8 hours each way, a round trip means 11.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at City of Scranton, PA before the return drive.
