Scranton to Middletown is 69.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 29 minutes via PA 33 and I-380, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, offering a straightforward drive. It's primarily a highway-focused journey, making it a convenient option for a quick day trip or as a segment of a larger regional exploration. You'll find the main roads are well-suited for covering ground efficiently.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
PA 33
24.8 mi
31m
I 380
23.6 mi
25m
Keystone Shortway
8.5 mi
11m
I 84
3.4 mi
4m
Easton Avenue
1.9 mi
3m
American Legion Memorial Highway
1.5 mi
1m
Willow Park Road
0.7 mi
1m
President Biden Expressway
0.6 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
PA 33
— 24.8 mi, about 31m
Traffic on I-380
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 4 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,055 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,348
Quietest
2 AM
~128 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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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 Middletown, 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·28 sec·Cedar Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·42 sec
5
Merge onto President Biden Expressway
0.6 mi·52 sec·President Biden Expressway
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·45 sec
Toward I 81 North: Binghamton
7
Merge onto I 81
1.5 mi·1 min·American Legion Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward I-84 east, US 6 east
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·35 sec
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·38 sec
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mt Pocono, Milford
11
Merge onto I 84; I 380
3.4 mi·4 min·I 84; I 380
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi·25 min·I 380
Exit 4Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
13
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Exit 1BToward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
14
Merge onto I 80
8.5 mi·11 min·Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 302AToward PA 33 South: SnydersvilleUse the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto PA 33
25 mi·31 min·PA 33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward William Penn HighwayUse the slight right lane.
18
Turn right onto William Penn Highway
0.6 mi·1 min·William Penn Highway
19
Continue on Easton Avenue
1.9 mi·3 min·Easton Avenue
20
Turn left onto Willow Park Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Willow Park Road
21
Arrive at destination
Willow Park Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 35 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 41.1 — 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|Lackawanna Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
4.1 mi into trip|~6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mt Pocono, Milford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mt Pocono, Milfo...
6
7.9 mi into trip|~11m in|I 380
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380 toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
6
31.6 mi into trip|~37m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
7
41.1 mi into trip|~50m in
Take the exit toward PA 33 South: Snydersville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 302A
Toward PA 33 South: Snydersville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.36 one way
$24.72 round trip
$4.49/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.92
$13.54
$27.08
premium
$5.24
$14.43
$28.86
diesel
$5.35
$14.72
$29.45
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21
0
$7.34
$3.36
Efficient EV
17.5
0
$6.12
$2.80
EV Truck/SUV
28
0
$9.79
$4.47
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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 May 25, 2026
Origin
Scranton, PA
Afternoon
in Scranton on Wednesday
Local time
3:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
E 5 mph96% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued May 24 at 8:59PM EDT until May 25 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued May 24 at 8:42PM EDT until May 24 at 10:45PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Destination
Middletown, PA
Afternoon
in Middletown on Wednesday
Local time
3:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Patchy Fog then Rain Showers Likely
E 0 to 5 mph68% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued May 24 at 8:59PM EDT until May 25 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued May 24 at 8:42PM EDT until May 24 at 10:45PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
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
1h 29m 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?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 75% of the route utilizing major roadways like PA 33 and I-380. You'll experience stretches of consistent speed, including a significant 24.8-mile segment on PA 33 without needing to exit. While the Keystone Shortway is mentioned, the majority of this particular leg emphasizes efficient travel on well-maintained highways. Expect a driving experience geared towards covering distance smoothly rather than winding scenic byways.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.8 mi on PA 33.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on PA 33 and I 380. 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 Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.9 miles you will encounter 17 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 0.1 miles (Lackawanna Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 4.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.9 miles (I 380): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,922 ft269 ft
Total Climb
1,385 ft
Total Descent
1,862 ft
Highest Point
1,922 ft
~15 mi in
Elevation Range
1,652 ft
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 Middletown, PA, road signs point toward Milford and William Penn Highway.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 69.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.8 miles on PA 33. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 2 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Middletown, 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 0.1 miles (Lackawanna Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 4.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.9 miles (I 380): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Middletown, PA before heading back.
