Origin
Middletown, PA
Morning in Middletown on Sunday
Local time
8:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Middletown, 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
1h 28m
Distance
67.3 mi
108 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Middletown, PA
Michael Taccetta
City of Scranton, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
This straightforward 67.3-mile drive from Middletown, PA, to the City of Scranton, PA, will take you about 1 hour and 28 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of $11. Primarily utilizing highways like PA-33 and I-380, this route offers a direct path through Pennsylvania's Northeast region. You'll experience a highway-focused journey that makes for efficient travel between these two points. Given the relatively short duration and manageable distance, you can easily complete this trip in one go without needing an overnight stop.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA-33 | 22 mi | 27m |
| I 380 | 18.5 mi | 20m |
| Keystone Shortway | 8.6 mi | 10m |
| State Route 307 | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| PA 33 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Easton Avenue | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Moosic Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Scranton-Pocono Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
PA-33
— 22 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middletown, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
1
Start on Willow Park Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Willow Park Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Easton Avenue
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Easton Avenue
3
Continue on William Penn Highway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
William Penn Highway
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward PA 33 North: Stroudsburg
5
Merge onto PA 33
22 mi
·
27 min
·
PA-33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 33
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
PA 33
Toward PA 33 North: Bartonsville, Hazleton
Use the left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 80
8.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Keystone Shortway
9
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 293
Toward I 380 North: Scranton
10
Continue on I 380
19 mi
·
20 min
·
I 380
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward 307: Daleville, Moscow
12
Turn left onto PA 307
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Scranton-Pocono Highway
13
Continue on PA 307
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 307
14
Continue on PA 307
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Moosic Street
15
Turn left onto Crown Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Crown Avenue
16
Turn right onto River Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
17
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Arrive at destination
Cedar Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.7 miles from Middletown, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 3.3 and 67.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward PA 33 North: Stroudsburg
Navigation decision point
Toward PA 33 North: Stroudsburg
5
3.7 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
PA 33 / PA-33
Merge onto PA 33 / PA-33
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
25.7 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
PA 33
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 33 toward PA 33 North: Bartonsville, Hazleton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward PA 33 North: Bartonsville, Hazleton
6
28.8 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward I 80 West: Hazleton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
7
67.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m 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
$11.16 one way
$22.31 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.22 | $24.44 |
| premium | $4.93 | $13.05 | $26.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.86 | $29.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.07 | $3.23 |
| Efficient EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.89 | $2.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.42 | $4.31 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% 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
8:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 9 mph
3% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 3:08PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
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
36 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
1h 28m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 74% of the journey on major roads like the Keystone Shortway, PA-33, and I-380. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 22 miles on PA-33, offering a good period of uninterrupted travel. The character of the drive is largely about covering distance efficiently, with less emphasis on winding scenic byways and more on consistent speed. This profile means you'll spend most of your time on multi-lane roads, making for a predictable driving experience as you progress toward Scranton.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22 mi on PA-33.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on PA-33 and I 380. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.3 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 3.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (PA 33 / PA-33): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.7 miles (PA 33): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Middletown, PA and City of Scranton, PA, road signs point toward Hazleton, 307: Daleville and Moscow.
Hazleton
25.7 mi in
|
~34m
|
via PA 33
307: Daleville
57 mi in
|
~1h 11m
Moscow
57 mi in
|
~1h 11m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 67.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22 miles on PA-33. 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: at 3.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (PA 33 / PA-33): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.7 miles (PA 33): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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