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Trip from Scranton, PA to Thompsonville, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 11m

Distance

294.8 mi

474 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$47

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
5h 59m ★
6 AM
6h 11m
8 AM
6h 37m
10 AM
6h 20m
12 PM
6h 18m
3 PM
6h 22m
5 PM
6h 36m
8 PM
6h 4m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Thompsonville, PA, PA

Thompsonville, PA

Jack Pace

Trip Overview

Scranton, PA to Thompsonville, PA is 294.8 miles and takes about 6h 11m via Keystone Shortway, William Penn Highway, and I 99, with a fuel budget near $49 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, offering a fairly straightforward, same-day journey. Expect a route that involves frequent turns and local road segments, so keep your navigation handy. It's a practical trip for those looking to cover ground without extensive highway cruising, suitable for a single day's travel.

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

147.4 miles from Scranton, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 48m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Keystone Shortway 98.5 mi 1h 47m
William Penn Highway 61.2 mi 1h 25m
I 99 33.8 mi 36m
American Legion Memorial Highway 32.7 mi 39m
Jacksonville Road 24.2 mi 28m
Admiral Peary Highway 13.4 mi 19m
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East 11.8 mi 16m
Washington Road 5.6 mi 11m
Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 98.5 mi, about 1h 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Scranton, PA and Thompsonville, 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 151B Toward I-80 West: Bloomsburg
9

Merge onto I 80

99 mi · 1 hr 47 min · Keystone Shortway
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 53 sec
Exit 161 Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte
11

Turn left onto US 220; PA 26

24 mi · 28 min · Jacksonville Road
Use the straight lane.
12

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220

34 mi · 36 min · I 99; US 220
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda, Altoona
13

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward US 22: Ebensburg, Hollidaysburg
14

Continue on this road

0.5 mi · 43 sec · this road
15

Continue on US 22

16 mi · 19 min · William Penn Highway
16

Continue on US 22

13 mi · 19 min · Admiral Peary Highway
Use the straight lane.
17

Continue on US 22

45 mi · 1 hr 6 min · William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
18

Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22

12 mi · 16 min · Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh Use the slight left lane.
19

Take the exit

478 ft · 24 sec
Exit 73A Toward PA 885 South: Glenwood Use the slight right lane.
20

Turn right onto PA 885

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Bates Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
21

Turn left onto PA 885

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Second Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
22

Turn right onto Hot Metal Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Hot Metal Street
23

At end of road, turn left onto PA 837

1.2 mi · 2 min · East Carson Street
24

Turn right onto Blue Belt

2.5 mi · 3 min · Becks Run Road
25

Continue on Blue Belt

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Biscayne Drive
26

At end of road, turn right onto Blue Belt

0.6 mi · 54 sec · Maytide Street
27

Turn left onto PA 51; Blue Belt

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Saw Mill Run Boulevard
28

Take the exit onto Blue Belt

2.8 mi · 5 min · Blue Belt
Use the straight / left lanes.
29

Turn right onto Yellow Belt

1.2 mi · 2 min · Connor Road
30

Turn left onto US 19

5.6 mi · 11 min · Washington Road
Use the left lane.
31

Arrive at destination

US 19

Trip Plan

Given the 6h 11m duration and turn-heavy nature, starting your trip in Scranton before mid-morning is advisable to ensure you arrive in Thompsonville with ample daylight. While this drive can be completed in one day, consider breaking it up if you prefer a more relaxed pace; however, with only one recommended stop, a single-day journey is very feasible. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before departing on the 98.5-mile stretch along the Keystone Shortway, as services might be less frequent on these local road segments. Having your GPS or navigation app ready is crucial for managing the frequent turns along this route.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 147.4 miles from Scranton, PA, or about 2h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.5 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 65 miles or 1h 17m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 147.4 miles or 2h 48m 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 46m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Thompsonville, 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 294.8 miles and 6h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 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 98.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Hollidaysburg, PA, PA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hollidaysburg, PA

147 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

Harrisburg, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 65 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

State College, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 147.4 miles from Scranton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.5 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Jodi B's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 273.8

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+14128233340

Vickey's Soul Grill | Restaurant & Catering

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Penn Hills Township, Pennsylvania

1.6 mi

Bean Curd

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

McMurray, Pennsylvania

2.3 mi

Jodi B's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 273.8

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+14128233340

Vickey's Soul Grill | Restaurant & Catering

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 273.8

Penn Hills Township, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+14125965367

Visit website

Bean Curd

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 294.8

McMurray, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+17249416688

Visit website

Grande Italian Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 294.8

McMurray, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+17249419822

Visit website

Eat'n Park

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 273.8

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+14122423700

Visit website

Jimmy Wan's | Restaurant & Lounge

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately mile 273.8

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+14129680848

Visit website

Los Bajitos | Mexican Restaurant & Grill

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 294.8

Canonsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17247456791

Visit website

Took Took 98 | Thai Street Food Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 273.8

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+14129988888

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 63.2

Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–8 am

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Moosic, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 273.8

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 22

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 279.8 — 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
133.6 mi into trip | ~2h 31m in

Take the exit toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 161 Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefo...
6
158.1 mi into trip | ~3h in | I 99; US 220

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220 toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda, Altoona

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda,...
8
267.9 mi into trip | ~5h 24m in | I 376; US 22 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East

Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
7
279.8 mi into trip | ~5h 41m in

Take the exit toward PA 885 South: Glenwood

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 73A Toward PA 885 South: Glenwood

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$47.42 one way

$94.85 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 103 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.60 $53.38 $106.75
premium $4.95 $57.50 $115.00
diesel $5.98 $69.41 $138.81

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$47

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$72–$97

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 103.1 kg one way.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 88.4 1 $30.95 $14.15
Efficient EV 73.7 0 $25.79 $11.79
EV Truck/SUV 117.9 1 $41.27 $18.87

Gas CO2

103 kg

EV CO2

34 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

Late night in Scranton on Sunday

Local time

12:25 AM

EDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Thompsonville, PA

Late night in Thompsonville on Sunday

Local time

12:25 AM

EDT

Current temp

51°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

8 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

6h 11m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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.

Johnstown Flood National Memorial

Johnstown Flood National Memorial

National Memorial

The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together...

8 mi from route ~19 min detour Free near mile 213.5
Park Closure: North Abutment Overlook Closure
View on nps.gov
Flight 93 National Memorial

Flight 93 National Memorial

National Memorial

On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their live...

27 mi from route ~66 min detour Free near mile 223.7
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is characterized as a 'Turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll encounter a good number of directional changes rather than long, uninterrupted highway stretches. With only a 15% highway share, much of your time will be spent on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 98.5 miles on the Keystone Shortway, providing a segment of more consistent driving before transitioning back to more varied road conditions. Prepare for a driving experience that keeps you engaged with the landscape and local pace.

Only 15% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98.5 mi on Keystone Shortway.

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 22 significant decision points across 294.8 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 133.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 158.1 miles (I 99; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Thompsonville, PA, road signs point toward Altoona and Hollidaysburg.

Altoona

158.1 mi in | ~3h | via I 99; US 220

Hollidaysburg

191.9 mi in | ~3h 37m

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.

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 6h 11m. Total distance: 294.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 11m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 98.5 miles on Keystone Shortway. 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 Thompsonville, 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 133.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 158.1 miles (I 99; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Johnstown Flood National Memorial and Flight 93 National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.2 hours each way, a round trip means 12.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Thompsonville, PA before the return drive.

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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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