Scranton to North Warren is 256.6 miles and takes about 5h 23m via Keystone Shortway, American Legion Memorial Highway, and US 219, with a fuel budget near $43 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. Expect a trip primarily on surface roads, which means you'll be experiencing more of the local landscape and towns. With only one recommended stop and a manageable duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
128.3 miles from Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 25m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
148.3 mi
2h 40m
American Legion Memorial Highway
32.7 mi
39m
US 219
12.3 mi
18m
Montmorenci Road
8.8 mi
13m
PA 948
8.6 mi
12m
State Park Road
7.5 mi
13m
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
7.4 mi
11m
Highland Road
5.4 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 148.3 mi, about 2h 40m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 44 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,088 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,542
Quietest
2 AM
~193 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
5.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 104 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 North Warren, 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
33 mi·39 min·American Legion Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 151BToward I-80 West: Bloomsburg
9
Merge onto I 80
148 mi·2 hr 40 min·Keystone Shortway
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward PA 153: Clearfield, Penfield
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·32 sec
12
Turn straight onto PA 153
7.5 mi·13 min·State Park Road
13
Continue on PA 153
5.0 mi·8 min·Hoovertown Road
14
Continue on PA 153
3.7 mi·6 min·Penfield Road
15
At end of road, turn right onto US 219
12 mi·18 min·US 219
16
Turn right onto PA 948
1.0 mi·2 min·Montmorenci Avenue
17
Continue on PA 948
8.8 mi·13 min·Montmorenci Road
18
Continue on PA 948
5.4 mi·7 min·Highland Road
19
At end of road, turn left onto PA 66
2.7 mi·3 min·Kane-Russell City Road
20
Take the exit onto PA 948
8.6 mi·12 min·PA 948
21
Continue on PA 666
2.3 mi·4 min·PA 666
22
At end of road, turn left onto US 6
1.2 mi·2 min·West Main Street
23
Continue on US 6
4.5 mi·6 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
24
Continue on US 6
1.4 mi·2 min·South Main Street
25
Continue on US 6
2.9 mi·4 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
26
Continue on US 6
0.2 mi·35 sec·Main Street
27
Continue on US 6
1.8 mi·3 min·Crescent Park
Use the straight lane.
28
Continue on Crescent Park
0.4 mi·1 min·Crescent Park
Use the right lane.
29
Turn right onto Hickory Bridge
0.1 mi·17 sec·Hickory Bridge
Use the right lane.
30
Continue on Hickory Street
0.2 mi·25 sec·Hickory Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
31
Turn right onto US 62
0.2 mi·23 sec·West 4th Avenue
32
Turn left onto US 62
2.0 mi·2 min·Market Street
33
Turn right onto Vine Street
112 ft·11 sec·Vine Street
34
Turn left onto Railroad Street
75 ft·3 sec·Railroad Street
35
Arrive at destination
Railroad Street
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 23m drive time, starting your trip in Scranton in the morning will allow ample time to reach North Warren before evening. Plan for one stop to break up the drive, perhaps midway through the 148.3-mile stretch on the Keystone Shortway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as the route is mostly surface roads, and fuel availability might be less frequent than on major interstates. The $43 fuel cost is an estimate, so check current prices before you depart.
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 128.3 miles from Scranton, PA, or about 2h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 148.3 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 56 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 128.3 miles or 2h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Warren, 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 256.6 miles and 5h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 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 Keystone Shortway for about 148.3 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 254.1 — 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
5
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|CR 3023 / Cedar Avenue
Turn right onto CR 3023 / Cedar Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
34.4 mi into trip|~43m in
Take the exit toward I-80 West: Bloomsburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 151B
Toward I-80 West: Bloomsburg
5
183.4 mi into trip|~3h 25m in
Take the exit toward PA 153: Clearfield, Penfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 153: Clearfield, Penfield
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254.1 mi into trip|~5h 19m in|Hickory Bridge
Turn right onto Hickory Bridge
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.81 one way
$89.63 round trip
$4.44/gal25.4 MPG avg90 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.86
$49.07
$98.13
premium
$5.20
$52.49
$104.98
diesel
$6.28
$63.40
$126.80
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 89.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
77
0
$26.94
$12.32
Efficient EV
64.2
0
$22.45
$10.26
EV Truck/SUV
102.6
1
$35.92
$16.42
Gas CO2
90 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Scranton, PA
Late night
in Scranton on Saturday
Local time
2:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Sunny
N 0 to 3 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 18 at 10:42PM EDT until October 19 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS State College PA
Destination
North Warren, PA
Late night
in North Warren on Saturday
Local time
2:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Widespread Frost then Sunny
SW 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 18 at 10:42PM EDT until October 19 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS State College PA
66°F
Clearfield, PA
128 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
1 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
5h 23m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 is mostly surface roads, with only 9% on highways. You'll encounter your longest stretch on the Keystone Shortway, covering 148.3 miles. After that, the drive transitions to American Legion Memorial Highway and US 219, which are predominantly surface roads. Drivers should anticipate a more rural cruising experience with fewer high-speed sections and potentially more local traffic interaction.
Only 9% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 148.3 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 21 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Lackawanna Avenue.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 256.6 miles you will encounter 21 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 0.3 miles (CR 3023 / Cedar Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,211 ft641 ft
Total Climb
2,770 ft
Total Descent
2,298 ft
Highest Point
2,211 ft
~183.3 mi in
Elevation Range
1,570 ft
Notable High Points
2,211 ft at ~183.3 miles+530 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Scranton, PA to North Warren, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Penfield along the way.
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
•Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel — railway station in Scranton, the United States of America
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 23m. Total distance: 256.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 148.3 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 25 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 North Warren, 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. There are 25 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.4 hours each way, a round trip means 10.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at North Warren, PA before the return drive.
