This 71.9-mile journey from Orwell, PA to the City of Scranton, PA takes approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes to complete. Designed as a single-day trip, it's a straightforward drive through Pennsylvania's Northeast region. You can expect a fuel cost of around $12 for this route. The drive is characterized by frequent turns, making it a more engaging local experience rather than a high-speed transit. With no designated stops in the data, you'll have the flexibility to discover points of interest as you go.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.9 miles from Orwell, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Roosevelt Highway
25 mi
39m
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
21.4 mi
30m
PA 187
9.3 mi
13m
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
Orwell Hill Road
1.6 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Roosevelt Highway
— 25 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orwell, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
1
Start on Orwell Hill Road
1.6 mi·4 min·Orwell Hill Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto PA 187
9.3 mi·13 min·PA 187
3
Turn sharp left onto US 6
12 mi·16 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
4
Continue on US 6
0.5 mi·1 min·State Street
5
Continue on US 6
6.9 mi·9 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 6
7.4 mi·10 min·Roosevelt Highway
7
Continue on US 6
0.5 mi·46 sec·River Street
8
Continue on US 6
0.3 mi·38 sec·Main Street
9
Continue on US 6
7.4 mi·11 min·Roosevelt Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn straight onto US 6
2.5 mi·4 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Toward US 6 Bypass East: ScrantonUse the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto PA 92
2.9 mi·5 min·Pennsylvania Route 92
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on PA 92
1.2 mi·2 min·Roosevelt Highway
13
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 307
2.2 mi·3 min·Roosevelt Highway
14
Keep slight right at fork onto PA 307
6.7 mi·11 min·Roosevelt Highway
15
Continue on PA 307
0.1 mi·13 sec·Airport Drive
16
Turn straight onto PA 307
2.4 mi·4 min·Winola Road
17
Turn slight right onto PA 307
4.6 mi·8 min·Morgan Highway
Use the left lane.
18
At end of road, turn left onto PA 307
308 ft·7 sec·North Keyser Avenue
Use the left lane.
19
Take the ramp onto PA 307
0.2 mi·30 sec·PA 307
Toward US 11 South, PA 307 SouthUse the right lane.
20
Merge onto US 11; PA 307
2.1 mi·3 min·North Scranton Expressway
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on US 11; PA 307
0.2 mi·36 sec·Mulberry Street
Use the straight lane.
22
Turn right onto Penn Avenue
0.3 mi·44 sec·Penn Avenue
Use the right lane.
23
At end of road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue
0.3 mi·35 sec·Lackawanna Avenue
24
Turn right onto CR 3023
0.1 mi·10 sec·Cedar Avenue
25
Arrive at destination
Cedar Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 55-minute duration, this route is best tackled as a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in departure time. Since there are no planned stops, consider fueling up before you leave Orwell, PA, as the total fuel cost is estimated at $12. Keep an eye on your navigation, as the "turn-heavy local drive" profile means you'll be making frequent adjustments. The longest stretch on Roosevelt Highway is 25 miles, so plan your refreshment breaks around that point if needed.
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 35.9 miles from Orwell, PA, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25 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 16 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.9 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 35m
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 Orwell, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Orwell, PA
This is one driving day of about 71.9 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Orwell, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Roosevelt Highway for about 25 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 11 and 71.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
11 mi into trip|~17m in|US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Turn sharp left onto US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
48.4 mi into trip|~1h 12m in|PA 92 / Pennsylvania Route 92
Turn right onto PA 92 / Pennsylvania Route 92
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
68.6 mi into trip|~1h 49m 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
68.7 mi into trip|~1h 49m 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
6
71.2 mi into trip|~1h 53m in|Penn Avenue
Turn right onto Penn Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.92 one way
$23.84 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$13.06
$26.11
premium
$4.93
$13.94
$27.89
diesel
$5.61
$15.87
$31.75
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
6 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Scranton, PA Rechargery @ Sheetz - Scranton Carbondale Hwy
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21.6
0
$7.55
$3.45
Efficient EV
18
0
$6.29
$2.88
EV Truck/SUV
28.8
0
$10.07
$4.60
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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 19, 2026
Origin
Orwell, PA
Morning
in Orwell on Sunday
Local time
10:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Rain And Snow Showers
NW 9 to 13 mph76% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 19 at 3:52AM EDT until April 20 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 19 at 1:11AM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Destination
City of Scranton, PA
Morning
in City of Scranton on Sunday
Local time
10:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Rain Showers
NW 8 to 12 mph96% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 19 at 3:52AM EDT until April 20 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 19 at 1:11AM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
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
4 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 55m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for this trip, with only 20% of the journey on highways. The main roads guiding you are Roosevelt Highway, Grand Army of the Republic Highway, and PA 187. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 25 miles on Roosevelt Highway. This profile suggests a route that winds through local communities and varied terrain, rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. The road's personality will likely shift as you navigate through different sections of the Northeast.
Only 20% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25 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 11 miles in near US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.9 miles you will encounter 13 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 11 miles (US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 48.4 miles (PA 92 / Pennsylvania Route 92): Lane positioning matters here; at 68.6 miles (PA 307 / North Keyser Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 55m. Total distance: 71.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25 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 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 11 miles (US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 48.4 miles (PA 92 / Pennsylvania Route 92): Lane positioning matters here; at 68.6 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 City of Scranton, PA before heading back.
