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Trip from Newlin, 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 37m

Distance

69.3 mi

112 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 31m ★
6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 43m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 52m
8 PM
1h 34m

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

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Downtown Newlin, PA, PA

Newlin, PA

Kai

Downtown City of Scranton, PA, PA

City of Scranton, PA

Michael Taccetta

Trip Overview

This 69.9-mile journey from Newlin, PA, to the City of Scranton, PA, is a straightforward, one-day drive that typically takes about 1 hour and 18 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, it's an economical trip. The route primarily utilizes local roads like Ringtown Mountain Road and Numedia Drive, offering a connected, turn-heavy experience rather than high-speed highway travel, as indicated by its 0% highway share. This drive is perfect for a single day, allowing ample flexibility for spontaneous stops. Both your origin and destination are within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, keeping the scenery consistent.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

34.7 miles from Newlin, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 81 32.4 mi 39m
Keystone Shortway 17.6 mi 19m
Numedia Drive 5.4 mi 9m
Main Mifflin Road 4.7 mi 7m
Sycamore Drive 3.6 mi 8m
Ringtown Mountain Road 1 mi 2m
River Street 1 mi 1m
Mainville Drive 0.9 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 81 — 32.4 mi, about 39m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Newlin, PA and City of Scranton, PA.

1

Start on Quaker Meeting House Road

40 ft · 3 sec · Quaker Meeting House Road
2

Turn right onto Ringtown Mountain Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · Ringtown Mountain Road
3

At end of road, turn right onto PA 42

5.4 mi · 9 min · Numedia Drive
4

Continue on PA 42; PA 487

0.3 mi · 23 sec · Mill Street
5

Turn right onto Mountain Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Mountain Road
6

Turn left onto Old Reading Road

0.4 mi · 52 sec · Old Reading Road
7

Turn straight onto Sycamore Drive

3.6 mi · 8 min · Sycamore Drive
8

At end of road, turn right onto Mainville Drive

0.9 mi · 1 min · Mainville Drive
9

Turn left onto PA 339

4.7 mi · 7 min · Main Mifflin Road
10

Continue on PA 339

0.3 mi · 30 sec · West 3rd Street
11

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 30 sec
12

Merge onto I 80

18 mi · 19 min · Keystone Shortway
13

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 260B Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
14

Merge onto I 81

32 mi · 39 min · I 81
15

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward PA 307
16

Turn left onto River Street

1.0 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

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short distance of 69.9 miles and a duration of just over an hour, this trip is best suited for a single day. You won't need to worry about splitting the drive or extensive rest stops, but it’s always wise to plan for fuel, especially since the estimated cost is around $12. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize your day, and keep an eye out for the local road turns as you make your way toward Scranton. The lack of significant highway stretches means you’ll be passing through more community-focused areas, so be mindful of local speed limits.

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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 34.7 miles from Newlin, PA, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.4 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 15 miles or 30m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 34.7 miles or 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 1h 24m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Scranton, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

+

Open the route before leaving Newlin, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Newlin, PA

This is one driving day of about 69.3 miles and 1h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Newlin, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 32.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

CDP in eastern Columbia County, Pennsylvania

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mifflinville, PA

35 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

Mifflinville, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

West Hazleton, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 34.7 miles from Newlin, 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.

EVgo Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 59.4

Pittston, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15706554116

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 54.5

Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

+18668167584

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 69.3

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–8 am

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 64.4

Moosic, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 69.3

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 69.3

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 69.3

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 39.6

Mountain Top, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 69.2 — 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 | Ringtown Mountain Road

Turn right onto Ringtown Mountain Road

Navigation decision point

5
1.1 mi into trip | ~2m in | PA 42 / Numedia Drive

At end of road, turn right onto PA 42 / Numedia Drive

Navigation decision point

4
11.3 mi into trip | ~23m in | Mainville Drive

At end of road, turn right onto Mainville Drive

Navigation decision point

5
34.9 mi into trip | ~54m 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
7
69.2 mi into trip | ~1h 37m 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

$11.49 one way

$22.98 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $12.58 $25.17
premium $4.93 $13.44 $26.88
diesel $5.61 $15.30 $30.60

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 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 20.8 0 $7.28 $3.33
Efficient EV 17.3 0 $6.06 $2.77
EV Truck/SUV 27.7 0 $9.70 $4.44

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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Newlin, PA

Morning in Newlin on Sunday

Local time

8:09 AM

EDT

Current temp

44°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

City of Scranton, PA

Morning in City of Scranton on Sunday

Local time

8:09 AM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Partly Cloudy

NE 1 to 6 mph 2% chance 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 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 37m 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 very turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway segments to speak of. The main roads you'll be on include Ringtown Mountain Road and Numedia Drive, which will keep you engaged behind the wheel. Since there are no long, uninterrupted stretches of highway, you'll find yourself navigating through more varied terrain and potentially slower speeds. This kind of drive is less about covering ground quickly and more about the journey itself, with frequent changes in direction and scenery.

47% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.4 mi on I 81.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Ringtown Mountain Road.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 1h 37m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Ringtown Mountain Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (PA 42 / Numedia Drive): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles (Mainville Drive): Navigation decision point.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 69.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (47%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 32.4 miles on I 81. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 (Ringtown Mountain Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (PA 42 / Numedia Drive): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles (Mainville Drive): Navigation decision point.

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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