Scranton to Middletown is 85.6 miles and takes about 2h 21m via Roosevelt Highway, with a fuel budget near $14 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 for much of this trip, with a modest highway share of about 20%. It's a manageable distance for a single-day excursion, making it a straightforward option for a quick getaway or connecting two points without a long commitment. Consider this if you prefer a less highway-intensive journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.8 miles from Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Roosevelt Highway
30.9 mi
47m
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
23.4 mi
33m
North Berwick Turnpike
11.9 mi
20m
Morgan Highway
4.6 mi
8m
PA 92
3.3 mi
6m
Winola Road
2.4 mi
4m
North Scranton Expressway
2.2 mi
3m
Golden Mile Road
2 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Roosevelt Highway
— 30.9 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scranton, PA and Middletown, PA.
1
Start on Wyoming Avenue
0.2 mi·43 sec·Wyoming Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 11; PA 307
0.2 mi·50 sec·Mulberry Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on US 11; PA 307
2.2 mi·3 min·North Scranton Expressway
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit onto PA 307
0.2 mi·43 sec·PA 307
Toward PA 307 NorthUse the slight right lane.
5
Turn left onto PA 307
0.1 mi·14 sec·North Keyser Avenue
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn right onto PA 307
4.6 mi·8 min·Morgan Highway
7
Turn straight onto PA 307
2.4 mi·4 min·Winola Road
8
Continue on PA 307
0.1 mi·13 sec·Airport Drive
9
Continue on PA 307
9.8 mi·17 min·Roosevelt Highway
10
Continue on PA 92
3.3 mi·6 min·PA 92
11
Turn left onto US 6
2.6 mi·4 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the left lane.
12
Merge onto US 6
7.2 mi·10 min·Roosevelt Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 6
0.3 mi·38 sec·Main Street
14
Continue on US 6
0.5 mi·46 sec·River Street
15
Continue on US 6
7.4 mi·10 min·Roosevelt Highway
16
Continue on US 6
6.9 mi·9 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 6
0.5 mi·1 min·State Street
18
Continue on US 6
12 mi·16 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
19
Continue on US 6
2.0 mi·3 min·Golden Mile Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on US 6
0.4 mi·53 sec·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
21
Turn right onto US 6
0.6 mi·1 min·Main Street
Use the right lane.
22
Continue on US 6
0.8 mi·2 min·York Avenue
23
Continue on US 6
0.8 mi·2 min·Reuter Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Continue on US 6
1.4 mi·1 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
25
Continue on US 6
6.5 mi·9 min·Roosevelt Highway
Use the straight lane.
26
Continue on US 6
0.6 mi·1 min·Main Street
27
Turn right onto North Berwick Turnpike
12 mi·20 min·North Berwick Turnpike
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Arrive at destination
Berwick Turnpike
Trip Plan
Since this trip is only 2h 21m and can be completed in a single day, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Scranton in the morning will give you ample time to reach Middletown with hours to spare. With a fuel cost estimated around $14, it's wise to fill up before you leave Scranton, as stops are not a feature of this route. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between the Roosevelt Highway, Grand Army of the Republic Highway, and North Berwick Turnpike, as the turn-heavy nature of the drive means staying on course is key.
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 42.8 miles from Scranton, PA, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.9 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 19 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.8 miles or 1h 11m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Middletown, 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 85.6 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Scranton, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Roosevelt Highway for about 30.9 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 62.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|US 11; PA 307 / Mulberry Street
Turn left onto US 11; PA 307 / Mulberry Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
2.6 mi into trip|~4m in|PA 307
Take the exit onto PA 307 toward PA 307 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PA 307 North
7
2.7 mi into trip|~5m in|PA 307 / North Keyser Avenue
Turn left onto PA 307 / North Keyser Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
23.1 mi into trip|~42m in|US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Turn left onto US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
62.9 mi into trip|~1h 41m in|US 6 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 6 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.19 one way
$28.38 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$15.54
$31.09
premium
$4.93
$16.60
$33.20
diesel
$5.61
$18.90
$37.80
Estimated Tolls: $0.83
North Berwick Turnpike
(11.9 mi)$0.83
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.9 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 $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.7
0
$8.99
$4.11
Efficient EV
21.4
0
$7.49
$3.42
EV Truck/SUV
34.2
0
$11.98
$5.48
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
9:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Middletown, PA
Morning
in Middletown on Sunday
Local time
9:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Orwell, PA
43 mi in
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
3 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 21m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a turn-heavy local drive experience, meaning you'll be navigating more varied road conditions than a typical interstate cruise. With only about 20% of the trip on highways, you'll spend most of your time on roads like the Roosevelt Highway, Grand Army of the Republic Highway, and North Berwick Turnpike. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 30.9 miles on the Roosevelt Highway, providing a brief period of more consistent travel before the turns pick up again. Be prepared for frequent adjustments and a more engaged driving experience.
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: 30.9 mi on Roosevelt Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 11; PA 307 / Mulberry Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 21m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 11; PA 307 / Mulberry Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (PA 307): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (PA 307 / North Keyser 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.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.9 miles on Roosevelt Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.83 in tolls one way, starting with North Berwick Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 11; PA 307 / Mulberry Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (PA 307): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 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 Middletown, PA before heading back.
