Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
30m
Distance
22 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Preston, PA
Haneul Trac
This quick 22-mile drive between Preston and Scranton, Pennsylvania, is easily completed in about 30 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll spend most of your time on major roads, with 87% of the journey on highways, so expect a straightforward commute. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $4, and with no planned stops, you can get there quickly. This route is entirely within Pennsylvania's Northeast region. Given its short distance and highway focus, it’s ideal for a spontaneous trip or a quick transfer between these two locations.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA 309 | 19.1 mi | 23m |
| River Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Hazleton Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Cedar Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Biden Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Adams Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Chester Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Preston, PA and Scranton, PA.
Start on Chester Street
At end of road, turn right onto South Main Street
Turn right onto Hazleton Street
Turn right onto PA 309
Take the ramp
Turn left onto PA 309
Take the exit
Turn left onto River Street
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Continue on Adams Avenue
Turn left onto Biden Street
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 22 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Hazleton Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Biden Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$3.65 one way
$7.29 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.99 | $7.99 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.27 | $8.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.86 | $9.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.31 | $1.06 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.08 | $1.41 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Preston on Sunday
Local time
10:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in Scranton on Sunday
Local time
10:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Partly Cloudy
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, designed for efficiency rather than leisurely sightseeing. You'll be on roads like PA 309 and River Street for the majority of your journey, with 87% of the route being highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 19.1 miles, primarily on PA 309, allowing for a consistent pace. Expect a straightforward driving experience with minimal distractions as you navigate between Preston and Scranton.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on PA 309 and River Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Main Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 30m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Hazleton Street): Navigation decision point; at 21.4 miles (Cedar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 30m. Total distance: 22 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
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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