Origin
Scranton, PA
Late night in Scranton on Wednesday
Local time
5:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scranton, PA to Landisville, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 29, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
123.8 mi
199 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
★
6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 48m
12 PM
2h 46m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scranton, PA
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Landisville, PA
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Trip Overview
This 123.8-mile drive from Scranton to Landisville, Pennsylvania, is a manageable one-day adventure, taking approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. Expect to spend around $21 on fuel for this journey. The route predominantly uses local roads, with only a small portion on highways, making it a more involved, turn-heavy experience. Given its relatively short distance and duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times. You'll be staying within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania for the entire trip.
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
61.9 miles from Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| American Legion Memorial Highway | 59.7 mi | 1h 10m |
| Chestnut Street | 9.5 mi | 14m |
| Stiegel Pike | 6 mi | 6m |
| Lancaster Avenue | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| North College Street | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| Skyline Drive | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Furnace Hill Pike | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| William Penn Highway | 3.6 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
American Legion Memorial Highway
— 59.7 mi, about 1h 10m
Traffic on I-81
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,824 veh/hr typical · worst 2,145
Quietest
2 AM
~183 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
10×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 48 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scranton, PA and Landisville, PA.
1
Start on Wyoming Avenue
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
·
Wyoming Avenue
2
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
60 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
American Legion Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 124B
Toward PA 61 North: Frackville
9
Turn straight onto PA 61
500 ft
·
13 sec
·
Skyline Drive
10
Turn uturn onto PA 61
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Skyline Drive
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on PA 61
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Joseph H. Long Boulevard
12
Continue on PA 61
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Pottsville Saint Clair Highway
13
Continue on PA 61
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Claude A. Lord Boulevard
14
Continue on PA 61
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Pottsville Boulevard
15
Continue on PA 61
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 61 South
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
17
Turn straight onto PA 183
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pottsville Street
18
Turn left onto PA 183
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Sillyman Street
19
Continue on PA 183
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Chestnut Street
20
Continue on PA 183
8.6 mi
·
12 min
·
Chestnut Street
21
Turn slight right onto PA 419
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Four Point Road
22
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 78 West, US 22 West: Harrisburg
23
Merge onto I 78; US 22
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
William Penn Highway
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 13
Toward PA 501: Bethel
Use the slight right lane.
25
Turn left onto PA 501
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Lancaster Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
26
Continue on PA 501
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Lancaster Avenue
Use the right lane.
27
At end of road, turn right onto PA 501
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Lancaster Avenue
28
Continue on PA 501
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
North College Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
29
Continue on PA 501
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Stiegel Pike
30
Continue on PA 501
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Furnace Hill Pike
31
Continue on PA 501
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Furnace Hills Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
32
Continue on PA 501
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Broad Street
33
Continue on PA 501
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Lititz Pike
34
Turn right onto PA 722 Alternate
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Oregon Road
35
At end of road, turn right onto PA 722
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Petersburg Road
36
Continue on PA 722
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Graystone Road
37
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 722
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Cottage Avenue
38
Continue on PA 722
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
39
Continue on PA 722
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Road
40
Turn slight right
395 ft
·
14 sec
41
Turn straight onto Yellow Goose Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Yellow Goose Road
42
Turn right onto Harrisburg Pike
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Harrisburg Pike
43
Continue on East Main Street
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
East Main Street
44
Turn right
65 ft
·
4 sec
45
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a total duration of 2 hours and 40 minutes, this route offers great flexibility for departure. Leaving Scranton in the morning or early afternoon will allow you to reach Landisville without feeling rushed. The drive involves a single stop, so plan for a brief break midway to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch on the American Legion Memorial Highway is nearly 60 miles. Given the turn-heavy nature, pay close attention to navigation to ensure you don't miss any crucial turns onto local roads like Chestnut Street or Stiegel Pike.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61.9 miles from Scranton, PA, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.7 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 27 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.9 miles or 1h 15m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Landisville, 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 123.8 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 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 59.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.9 miles from Scranton, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 89.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Lackawanna Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CR 3023 / Cedar Avenue
Turn right onto CR 3023 / Cedar Avenue
Navigation decision point
8
61.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
PA 61 / Skyline Drive
Turn uturn onto PA 61 / Skyline Drive
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
89.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 53m in
Take the exit toward PA 501: Bethel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 13
Toward PA 501: Bethel
7
89.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m in
|
PA 501 / Lancaster Avenue
Turn left onto PA 501 / Lancaster Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.70 one way
$41.41 round trip
$4.25/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.64 | $22.59 | $45.18 |
| premium | $4.97 | $24.20 | $48.41 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $26.08 | $52.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-27.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.1 | 0 | $13.00 | $5.94 |
| Efficient EV | 31 | 0 | $10.83 | $4.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.5 | 0 | $17.33 | $7.92 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Destination
Landisville, PA
Late night in Landisville on Wednesday
Local time
5:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°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
24 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
2h 40m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is characterized as a turn-heavy local experience, with a highway share of just 2%. While it's not a long stretch of pure interstate, the longest uninterrupted drive segment is 59.7 miles along the American Legion Memorial Highway. You'll navigate through various local roads, including Chestnut Street and Stiegel Pike, which means you'll be interacting with traffic lights and intersections more frequently than on a typical highway journey. The road will likely change character as you move from more urbanized areas around Scranton to the more rural or suburban landscapes closer to Landisville.
Only 2% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
45 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.7 mi on American Legion Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 0.1 miles in near Lackawanna Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 123.8 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 0.1 miles (Lackawanna Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.3 miles (CR 3023 / Cedar Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 61.9 miles (PA 61 / Skyline Drive): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Scranton, PA
Full guide →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.
Top landmarks
- • St. Peter's Cathedral — historic church in Pennsylvania, United States
- • Steamtown National Historic Site — railroad museum in Scranton, Pennsylvania
- • Albright Memorial Building — library in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Arriving in Landisville, PA
Full guide →Landisville is a town in Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Landisville is a good destination to be secluded from the hustle and bustle but also close to all the action.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 123.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 59.7 miles on American Legion Memorial 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 Landisville, 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 0.1 miles (Lackawanna Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.3 miles (CR 3023 / Cedar Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 61.9 miles (PA 61 / Skyline Drive): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Landisville, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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