Origin
Glen Lyon, PA
Morning in Glen Lyon on Sunday
Local time
9:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Glen Lyon, 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
46m
Distance
30.6 mi
49 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Glen Lyon, PA
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City of Scranton, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Glen Lyon, PA to City of Scranton, PA is 30.6 miles and takes about 46 minutes via I 81, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive connecting two points within Pennsylvania's Northeast region. Expect a quick trip with minimal fuss, perfect for a day excursion or a short leg of a larger journey. Given the relatively short distance and duration, you won't need to worry about extensive planning for this particular stretch.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 19.3 mi | 23m |
| West Kirmar Avenue | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| South Main Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| South Cross Valley Expressway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Middle Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| River Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Kirmar Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 19.3 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glen Lyon, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
1
Start on North Market Street
262 ft
·
17 sec
·
North Market Street
2
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
3
Continue on West Kirmar Avenue
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
West Kirmar Avenue
4
Continue on West Kirmar Avenue
509 ft
·
19 sec
·
West Kirmar Avenue
5
Turn left onto Robert Street
372 ft
·
9 sec
·
Robert Street
6
Turn right onto East Kirmar Avenue
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
East Kirmar Avenue
7
Continue on Middle Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Middle Road
8
Enter roundabout onto Middle Road
130 ft
·
3 sec
·
Middle Road
9
Continue on Middle Road
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Middle Road
10
Enter roundabout onto Middle Road
115 ft
·
3 sec
·
Middle Road
11
Continue on Middle Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Middle Road
12
Enter roundabout onto Middle Road
126 ft
·
2 sec
·
Middle Road
13
Continue on Middle Road
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Middle Road
14
Continue on South Valley Parkway
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Valley Parkway
15
Turn right onto South Main Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
16
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
17
Merge onto PA 29
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Cross Valley Expressway
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
19
Merge onto I 81
19 mi
·
23 min
·
I 81
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward PA 307
21
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
22
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Arrive at destination
Cedar Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.3 miles from Glen Lyon, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 30.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West Main Street
Turn left onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
4.9 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
Middle Road
Enter roundabout onto Middle Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
5.1 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
Middle Road
Enter roundabout onto Middle Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
9.2 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
7
30.4 mi into trip
|
~46m 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
$5.07 one way
$10.15 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.56 | $11.11 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.93 | $11.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.76 | $13.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.21 | $1.47 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.68 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
9:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
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
21 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
46m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 predominantly highway-focused, with 69% of the drive utilizing major highways like I 81. You'll experience a longest stretch of 19.3 miles on I 81, offering a consistent pace. The initial part of the drive will involve local roads like West Kirmar Avenue and South Main Street before merging onto the interstate. Expect a practical, efficient journey where the majority of your time is spent on faster-paced, multi-lane roads, making for a predictable driving experience.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.3 mi on I 81.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and West Kirmar Avenue. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Main Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 30.6 miles you will encounter 14 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 (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (Middle Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.1 miles (Middle Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 30.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.3 miles on I 81. 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 (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (Middle Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.1 miles (Middle Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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