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Trip from Mansfield, PA to 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

2h 42m

Distance

101.1 mi

163 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 32m ★
6 AM
2h 43m
8 AM
3h 4m
10 AM
2h 50m
12 PM
2h 48m
3 PM
2h 52m
5 PM
3h 3m
8 PM
2h 37m

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

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borough in Tioga County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mansfield, PA

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Trip Overview

This 101.1-mile drive from Mansfield, PA to Scranton, PA is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 42 minutes to complete. You'll primarily be on roads like Roosevelt Highway, Grand Army of the Republic Highway, and Sylvania Road, with about 5% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $17. Given its relatively short duration and the nature of the drive, it's perfectly suited for a single day, allowing for a relaxed pace without the need for an overnight stop. This route stays within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, offering a straightforward journey through the state.

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

50.5 miles from Mansfield, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Roosevelt Highway 50.9 mi 1h 17m
Grand Army of the Republic Highway 23.1 mi 33m
Sylvania Road 5.2 mi 7m
Morgan Highway 4.6 mi 8m
Pennsylvania Route 92 2.9 mi 5m
Winola Road 2.4 mi 4m
North Scranton Expressway 2.1 mi 3m
Golden Mile Road 2 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Roosevelt Highway — 50.9 mi, about 1h 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

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Start on US 6

0.1 mi · 21 sec · East Wellsboro Street
2

Continue on US 6

0.4 mi · 1 min · Sullivan Street
3

Continue on US 6

10 mi · 15 min · Roosevelt Highway
4

Continue on US 6

5.2 mi · 7 min · Sylvania Road
5

Continue on US 6

1.2 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
6

Continue on US 6; PA 14

0.8 mi · 1 min · Elmira Street
7

Turn straight onto US 6

9.3 mi · 13 min · Roosevelt Highway
Use the straight lane.
8

Continue on US 6

1.0 mi · 1 min · Main Street
9

Continue on US 6

6.4 mi · 8 min · Roosevelt Highway
10

Continue on US 6

0.2 mi · 14 sec · Roosevelt Highway
11

Continue on US 6

1.3 mi · 1 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight lane.
12

Continue on US 6

0.8 mi · 2 min · Reuter Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
13

Continue on US 6

0.8 mi · 2 min · York Avenue
14

Continue on US 6

0.6 mi · 2 min · Main Street
15

Turn left onto US 6

0.4 mi · 49 sec · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the left lane.
16

Continue on US 6

2.0 mi · 3 min · Golden Mile Road
Use the straight lane.
17

Continue on US 6

12 mi · 16 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
18

Continue on US 6

0.5 mi · 1 min · State Street
19

Continue on US 6

6.9 mi · 9 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight lane.
20

Continue on US 6

7.4 mi · 10 min · Roosevelt Highway
21

Continue on US 6

0.5 mi · 46 sec · River Street
22

Continue on US 6

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Main Street
23

Continue on US 6

7.4 mi · 11 min · Roosevelt Highway
Use the straight lane.
24

Turn straight onto US 6

2.5 mi · 4 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Toward US 6 Bypass East: Scranton Use the straight lane.
25

Turn right onto PA 92

2.9 mi · 5 min · Pennsylvania Route 92
Use the right lane.
26

Continue on PA 92

1.2 mi · 2 min · Roosevelt Highway
27

Keep slight left at fork onto PA 307

2.2 mi · 3 min · Roosevelt Highway
28

Keep slight right at fork onto PA 307

6.7 mi · 11 min · Roosevelt Highway
29

Continue on PA 307

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Airport Drive
30

Turn straight onto PA 307

2.4 mi · 4 min · Winola Road
31

Turn slight right onto PA 307

4.6 mi · 8 min · Morgan Highway
Use the left lane.
32

At end of road, turn left onto PA 307

308 ft · 7 sec · North Keyser Avenue
Use the left lane.
33

Take the ramp onto PA 307

0.2 mi · 30 sec · PA 307
Toward US 11 South, PA 307 South Use the right lane.
34

Merge onto US 11; PA 307

2.1 mi · 3 min · North Scranton Expressway
Use the straight lane.
35

Continue on US 11; PA 307

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Mulberry Street
Use the straight lane.
36

Turn right onto Penn Avenue

526 ft · 17 sec · Penn Avenue
Use the right lane.
37

Turn left onto Linden Street

443 ft · 12 sec · Linden Street
38

Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue

429 ft · 14 sec · Wyoming Avenue
39

Arrive at destination

Wyoming Avenue

Trip Plan

For this 101.1-mile journey, starting in the morning will give you ample time to reach Scranton and explore. With a duration of just under 3 hours and only one recommended stop, you have a lot of flexibility. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $17, and it's always wise to top off before heading out. A useful tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the sequence of Roosevelt Highway, Grand Army of the Republic Highway, and Sylvania Road, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests you'll be making several transitions.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 50.5 miles from Mansfield, PA, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.9 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 22 miles or 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 50.5 miles or 1h 20m 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 10m

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 Mansfield, 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 Mansfield, PA

This is one driving day of about 101.1 miles and 2h 42m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Mansfield, 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 Roosevelt Highway for about 50.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Towanda, PA, PA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Towanda, PA

51 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

North Towanda, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Orwell, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 50.5 miles from Mansfield, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 101.1

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–8 am

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Mansfield, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 101.1

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 101.1

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 101.1

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 101.1

Moosic, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 101.1

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

IONNA Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 101.1

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18334662474

Visit website

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 38.2 and 100.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
38.2 mi into trip | ~1h 1m in | US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway

Turn left onto US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
78.1 mi into trip | ~2h 1m in | PA 92 / Pennsylvania Route 92

Turn right onto PA 92 / Pennsylvania Route 92

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
7
98.3 mi into trip | ~2h 37m in | PA 307 / North Keyser Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto PA 307 / North Keyser Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
8
98.3 mi into trip | ~2h 37m in | PA 307

Take the ramp onto PA 307 toward US 11 South, PA 307 South

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward US 11 South, PA 307 South
7
100.8 mi into trip | ~2h 42m in | Penn Avenue

Turn right onto Penn Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.76 one way

$33.52 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 35 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $18.36 $36.71
premium $4.93 $19.61 $39.21
diesel $5.61 $22.32 $44.64

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 35.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 30.3 0 $10.62 $4.85
Efficient EV 25.3 0 $8.85 $4.04
EV Truck/SUV 40.4 0 $14.15 $6.47

Gas CO2

35 kg

EV CO2

12 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Mansfield, PA

Morning in Mansfield on Sunday

Local time

6:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Scranton, PA

Morning in Scranton on Sunday

Local time

6:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live 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

2 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

2h 42m 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?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, rather than a high-speed interstate experience. With only a 5% highway share, you'll spend most of your time navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 50.9 miles along Roosevelt Highway. This kind of drive means you'll be more engaged with the road, making frequent adjustments as you transition between different local routes. It offers a more intimate feel of the landscape as you progress towards Scranton.

Only 5% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.9 mi on Roosevelt Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 38.2 miles in near US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 101.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 38.2 miles (US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 78.1 miles (PA 92 / Pennsylvania Route 92): Lane positioning matters here; at 98.3 miles (PA 307 / North Keyser Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Mansfield, PA

Full guide →

Mansfield is a borough in Tioga County in the state of Pennsylvania.

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 2h 42m. Total distance: 101.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 50.9 miles on Roosevelt Highway. 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 Scranton, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

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 38.2 miles (US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 78.1 miles (PA 92 / Pennsylvania Route 92): Lane positioning matters here; at 98.3 miles (PA 307 / North Keyser Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at 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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