Fox Run, PA to Scranton, PA is 313.2 miles and takes about 5h 49m via Keystone Shortway and I-81, with a fuel budget near $51 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its mostly surface road profile, expect a more leisurely pace than a pure interstate drive. With a recommended one-day duration, it's a manageable route for a single day's travel, offering a straightforward connection between your starting and ending points.
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
156.6 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
Cedar Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Peters Road
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 239.8 mi, about 4h 18m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 30 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,099 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,466
Quietest
2 AM
~186 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
5.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fox Run, PA and Scranton, PA.
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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
0.3 mi·31 sec·Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on Adams Avenue
0.1 mi·17 sec·Adams Avenue
16
Turn left onto Biden Street
0.2 mi·25 sec·Biden Street
17
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
135 ft·4 sec·Wyoming Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
Wyoming Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 5h 49m drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight. While you can complete this route in a single day, the 239.8-mile stretch on the Keystone Shortway is substantial, so plan for a break around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you transition from highway to surface roads where stations might be less frequent. The $51 fuel estimate should give you a good baseline for budgeting your expenses.
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 156.6 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 156.6 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 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 313.2 miles and 5h 49m.
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 13
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
5
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
$49.94 one way
$99.88 round trip
$4.05/gal25.4 MPG avg110 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.48
$55.27
$110.53
premium
$4.81
$59.29
$118.57
diesel
$4.80
$59.14
$118.28
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 109.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
94
1
$32.89
$15.03
Efficient EV
78.3
0
$27.41
$12.53
EV Truck/SUV
125.3
1
$43.85
$20.04
Gas CO2
110 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Fox Run, PA
Late night
in Fox Run on Sunday
Local time
4:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Smoke
NW 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 17 at 1:40PM EDT until July 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Destination
Scranton, PA
Late night
in Scranton on Sunday
Local time
4:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Smoke
NW 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 17 at 1:40PM EDT until July 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
5h 49m 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?
This drive features 20% highway driving, meaning you'll spend most of your time on surface roads. The longest continuous stretch on a major highway is 239.8 miles along the Keystone Shortway. After this, expect a transition to more local roads, which can mean more frequent intersections and varied speed limits. You'll encounter a mix of rural cruising and town passages as you make your way toward Scranton.
Only 20% 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: 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 13 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 313.2 miles you will encounter 13 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.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,673 ft708 ft
Total Climb
1,536 ft
Total Descent
1,886 ft
Highest Point
1,673 ft
~134.2 mi in
Elevation Range
965 ft
Notable High Points
1,514 ft at ~201.4 miles+670 ft prominence
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
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.
Top landmarks
•St. Peter's Cathedral — historic church in Pennsylvania, United States
•Steamtown National Historic Site — railroad museum in Scranton, Pennsylvania
•Albright Memorial Building — library in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 49m. Total distance: 313.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 49m 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 11.7 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.
