This 280.4-mile journey from Munhall, PA to the City of Scranton, PA will take you approximately 5 hours and 48 minutes of driving time. It's a manageable single-day trip, so you can easily complete it without an overnight stay. Expect a fuel cost of around $46 for this drive. The route offers a mixed driving experience, incorporating sections of the Keystone Shortway, William Penn Highway, and I-99. Since both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, you'll be traversing familiar territory throughout your travels.
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
140.2 miles from Munhall, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
99.3 mi
1h 47m
William Penn Highway
61.6 mi
1h 25m
I 99
57.2 mi
1h 4m
I 81
32.4 mi
39m
Admiral Peary Highway
13.7 mi
19m
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
7.9 mi
10m
South Braddock Avenue
1.6 mi
4m
River Street
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 99.3 mi, about 1h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Munhall, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
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Start on Main Street
0.2 mi·26 sec·Main Street
2
Turn right onto Farragut Street
207 ft·6 sec·Farragut Street
3
Turn right onto Vondera Street
0.3 mi·39 sec·Vondera Street
4
Continue on Homestead Duquesne Road
0.2 mi·37 sec·Homestead Duquesne Road
5
Turn left onto Duquesne Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·Duquesne Avenue
6
Turn left onto Home Street
82 ft·4 sec·Home Street
7
Turn left onto Greensprings Avenue
491 ft·13 sec·Greensprings Avenue
8
Turn slight right onto Cypress Street
168 ft·10 sec·Cypress Street
9
Turn right onto Maple Street
0.2 mi·1 min·Maple Street
10
At end of road, turn left onto Whitaker Street
0.1 mi·20 sec·Whitaker Street
11
Continue on Whitaker Way
0.1 mi·18 sec·Whitaker Way
12
Turn right onto Mifflin Street
0.2 mi·25 sec·Mifflin Street
13
Continue on Mifflin Road
0.1 mi·22 sec·Mifflin Road
14
Turn left onto PA 837; Green Belt
437 ft·20 sec·River Road
15
Turn slight left
0.1 mi·24 sec
Toward Rankin Bridge, Swissvale
16
Turn straight onto Green Belt
0.5 mi·1 min·Rankin Bridge
17
Continue on Green Belt
1.2 mi·3 min·South Braddock Avenue
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on South Braddock Avenue
0.4 mi·51 sec·South Braddock Avenue
19
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward I 376 East: Monroeville
20
Merge onto I 376; US 22; US 30
7.9 mi·10 min·Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Merge onto US 22
45 mi·1 hr 5 min·William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on US 22
14 mi·19 min·Admiral Peary Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on US 22
17 mi·19 min·William Penn Highway
24
Continue on this road
0.5 mi·45 sec·this road
Toward I 99, US 220: Altoona, Bedford
25
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
26
Merge onto I 99; US 220
41 mi·44 min·I 99; US 220
27
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322
4.0 mi·4 min·I 99; US 220; US 322
Use the straight lane.
28
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220
12 mi·14 min·I 99; US 220
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Bellefonte
29
Turn left
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward I 80 East, US 220 North: WilliamsportUse the left lane.
30
Merge onto I 80; US 220
99 mi·1 hr 47 min·Keystone Shortway
31
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 260BToward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
32
Merge onto I 81
32 mi·39 min·I 81
33
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward PA 307
34
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi·1 min·River Street
35
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.2 mi·18 sec·Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
36
Arrive at destination
Cedar Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 5 hour and 48 minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Munhall to maximize your daylight hours and arrive in Scranton with ample time. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing yourself. The longest stretch without a major change in road is 99.3 miles, so plan your fuel and rest accordingly before embarking on that segment. The $46 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always check current prices before you leave. Given the manageable duration, you can easily tackle this as a single-day adventure.
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 140.2 miles from Munhall, PA, or about 3h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 99.3 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 62 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 140.2 miles or 3h 8m 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 46m
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 Munhall, 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 Munhall, PA
This is one driving day of about 280.4 miles and 5h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 62 miles from Munhall, 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 99.3 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 23
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 280.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.6 mi into trip|~4m in|Whitaker Street
At end of road, turn left onto Whitaker Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
88.3 mi into trip|~2h 10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
6
130.1 mi into trip|~2h 56m in|I 99; US 220; US 322
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
146.4 mi into trip|~3h 15m in
Turn left toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport
7
280.2 mi into trip|~5h 47m 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
$46.49 one way
$92.97 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg98 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$50.91
$101.83
premium
$4.93
$54.38
$108.76
diesel
$5.61
$61.91
$123.82
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 98.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
84.1
1
$29.44
$13.46
Efficient EV
70.1
0
$24.53
$11.22
EV Truck/SUV
112.2
1
$39.26
$17.95
Gas CO2
98 kg
EV CO2
33 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 21, 2026
Origin
Munhall, PA
Morning
in Munhall on Tuesday
Local time
11:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
City of Scranton, PA
Morning
in City of Scranton on Tuesday
Local time
11:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
10 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Johnstown Flood National Memorial
National Memorial
The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together...
8 mi from route
~20 min detour
Free
near mile 67.7
On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their live...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features a 35% highway share, meaning you'll experience a blend of faster travel and more local road driving. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 99.3 miles on the Keystone Shortway, offering a solid period of consistent travel. The profile is described as a 'mixed drive,' suggesting you'll encounter varied road conditions and speeds as you transition between different highway types and potentially local roads. This dynamic character should keep the driving interesting.
35% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 99.3 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near Whitaker Street.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 280.4 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 1.6 miles (Whitaker Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 88.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 130.1 miles (I 99; US 220; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Munhall, PA to City of Scranton, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Bedford along the way.
Bedford
87.7 mi in|~2h 9m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 48m. Total distance: 280.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 99.3 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.
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.
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 1.6 miles (Whitaker Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 88.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 130.1 miles (I 99; US 220; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Johnstown Flood National Memorial and Flight 93 National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
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.
