Scranton to Blooming Grove is 163.8 miles and takes about 3h 31m via American Legion Memorial Highway and I 83, with a fuel budget near $27 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. Expect a local feel with plenty of turns, making it a good choice if you prefer navigating smaller roads over long stretches of interstate. With only one recommended stop, it's a relatively straightforward journey for a single day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
81.9 miles from Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 37m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
American Legion Memorial Highway
113.7 mi
2h 13m
I 83
28 mi
35m
York Road
6.2 mi
11m
US 30
5.1 mi
8m
Hanover Road
2.6 mi
4m
North Main Street
2.3 mi
5m
Loucks Road
1.3 mi
2m
Grandview Road
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
American Legion Memorial Highway
— 113.7 mi, about 2h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scranton, PA and Blooming Grove, PA.
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Start on Wyoming Avenue
0.1 mi·38 sec·Wyoming Avenue
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At end of road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue
0.2 mi·24 sec·Lackawanna Avenue
3
Turn right onto CR 3023
0.2 mi·22 sec·Cedar Avenue
4
Continue on Cedar Avenue
400 ft·12 sec·Cedar Avenue
5
Turn left onto River Street
0.9 mi·1 min·River Street
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
7
Merge onto I 81
114 mi·2 hr 13 min·American Legion Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 70Toward I 83 South, US 322 East: South Harrisburg, YorkUse the slight left lane.
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Continue on I 83; US 322
3.7 mi·5 min·I 83; US 322
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 83
4.6 mi·6 min·I 83
Toward I 83 South: Harrisburg, YorkUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 83
20 mi·23 min·I 83
Toward I 83 South: York, BaltimoreUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward I 83 Business, PA 181
13
Keep slight left at fork
172 ft·6 sec
Toward I 83 Business, PA 181
14
Turn right onto I 83 BUS; PA 181
0.5 mi·43 sec·North George Street
15
Turn right onto US 30
0.1 mi·19 sec·Arsenal Road
16
Continue on US 30
1.3 mi·2 min·Loucks Road
17
Continue on US 30
3.6 mi·5 min·US 30
18
Keep slight right at fork onto US 30
1.5 mi·3 min·US 30
Toward US 30 West: GettysburgUse the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn left onto PA 116
2.6 mi·4 min·Hanover Road
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on PA 116
1.3 mi·2 min·North Main Street
21
Enter roundabout onto PA 116
304 ft·6 sec·North Main Street
22
Continue on PA 116
0.9 mi·2 min·North Main Street
23
Continue on PA 116
0.3 mi·44 sec·York Road
24
Continue on PA 116
5.8 mi·11 min·York Road
25
Continue on PA 116
0.2 mi·35 sec·York Street
26
Turn left onto Grandview Road
1.0 mi·2 min·Grandview Road
27
Turn left onto PA 216
55 ft·1 sec·Blooming Grove Road
28
Arrive at destination
PA 216
Trip Plan
Given the drive's 3h 31m duration and turn-heavy nature, starting your journey in the morning will allow ample time for the drive and any brief, spontaneous stops. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before heading onto longer stretches like the 113.7 miles on American Legion Memorial Highway, as services might be less frequent on local roads. The $27 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always factor in a little extra for unexpected detours or increased mileage.
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 81.9 miles from Scranton, PA, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.7 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 36 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.9 miles or 1h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blooming Grove, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Scranton, 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 Scranton, PA
This is one driving day of about 163.8 miles and 3h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Scranton, 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 American Legion Memorial Highway for about 113.7 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 115.4 and 150 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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115.4 mi into trip|~2h 17m in
Take the exit toward I 83 South, US 322 East: South Harrisburg, York
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 70
Toward I 83 South, US 322 East: South Harrisbur...
8
120 mi into trip|~2h 23m in|I 83
Keep slight right at fork onto I 83 toward I 83 South: Harrisburg, York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 83 South: Harrisburg, York
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124.6 mi into trip|~2h 30m in|I 83
Keep slight right at fork onto I 83 toward I 83 South: York, Baltimore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 83 South: York, Baltimore
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144.4 mi into trip|~2h 53m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 83 Business, PA 181
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 83 Business, PA 181
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150 mi into trip|~3h 2m in|US 30
Keep slight right at fork onto US 30 toward US 30 West: Gettysburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward US 30 West: Gettysburg
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.16 one way
$54.31 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg57 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$29.74
$59.48
premium
$4.93
$31.77
$63.53
diesel
$5.61
$36.16
$72.33
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
49.1
0
$17.20
$7.86
Efficient EV
41
0
$14.33
$6.55
EV Truck/SUV
65.5
0
$22.93
$10.48
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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 15, 2026
Origin
Scranton, PA
Morning
in Scranton on Sunday
Local time
6:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Blooming Grove, PA
Morning
in Blooming Grove on Sunday
Local time
6:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°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
2 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
3h 31m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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.
Appalachian National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 96
Park Closure: List of trail closures post-Hurricane Helene
Caution: Black Bears Frequenting the McAfee Knob Area in Virginia
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
National Monument
More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...
16 mi from route
~39 min detour
Free
near mile 124.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll encounter frequent changes in direction rather than consistent highway cruising. While the highway share is only 20%, you will experience some interstate travel on I 83. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 113.7 miles on the American Legion Memorial Highway, offering a more consistent pace for a portion of the trip. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that requires attention to navigation as you transition between different road types.
Only 20% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 113.7 mi on American Legion Memorial 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 115.4 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 163.8 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 115.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 120 miles (I 83): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 124.6 miles (I 83): 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.
Between Scranton, PA and Blooming Grove, PA, road signs point toward York and Baltimore.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 31m. Total distance: 163.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 113.7 miles on American Legion Memorial Highway. 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 Blooming Grove, 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 115.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 120 miles (I 83): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 124.6 miles (I 83): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Appalachian National Scenic Trail and Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Blooming Grove, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.
