Origin
Scranton, PA
Morning in Scranton on Tuesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scranton, PA to Yorklyn, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 3m
Distance
139.6 mi
225 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 52m
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6 AM
3h 4m
8 AM
3h 27m
10 AM
3h 12m
12 PM
3h 10m
3 PM
3h 13m
5 PM
3h 26m
8 PM
2h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yorklyn, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
This 139.6-mile drive from Scranton to Yorklyn, Pennsylvania, will take approximately 3 hours and 3 minutes. It's a manageable one-day trip with an estimated fuel cost of $23. The route primarily utilizes local roads, including segments of American Legion Memorial Highway and US 30, with only a 14% share of highway driving. Expect a turn-heavy local experience that offers a good feel for the Northeast region's varied landscapes. This journey is well-suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
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
69.8 miles from Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| American Legion Memorial Highway | 59.7 mi | 1h 10m |
| US 30 | 17 mi | 23m |
| Chestnut Street | 9.5 mi | 14m |
| Stiegel Pike | 6 mi | 6m |
| Lancaster Avenue | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| North College Street | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| Lititz Pike | 5 mi | 8m |
| Skyline Drive | 4.4 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
American Legion Memorial Highway
— 59.7 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scranton, PA and Yorklyn, PA.
1
Start on Wyoming Avenue
0.1 mi
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38 sec
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Wyoming Avenue
2
At end of road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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Lackawanna Avenue
3
Turn right onto CR 3023
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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Cedar Avenue
4
Continue on Cedar Avenue
400 ft
·
12 sec
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Cedar Avenue
5
Turn left onto River Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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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
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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
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Lititz Pike
34
Take the exit onto York Road
330 ft
·
10 sec
·
York Road
35
Merge onto York Road
354 ft
·
4 sec
·
York Road
36
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 30 West: York
37
Merge onto US 30
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
US 30
38
Keep slight right at fork onto US 30
17 mi
·
22 min
·
US 30
Toward US 30 West: York
39
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward Hallam
40
Keep slight left at fork
151 ft
·
9 sec
41
Turn left onto Kreutz Creek Road
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Kreutz Creek Road
42
Turn right onto PA 462
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Lincoln Highway
43
Continue on PA 462
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
East Market Street
44
Turn right onto Silver Spur Drive
327 ft
·
18 sec
·
Silver Spur Drive
45
Turn left onto Eastgate Drive
235 ft
·
12 sec
·
Eastgate Drive
46
Turn right onto Valley Brook Drive
429 ft
·
23 sec
·
Valley Brook Drive
47
Turn left onto Stony Brook Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Stony Brook Drive
48
Turn right onto Concord Road
350 ft
·
19 sec
·
Concord Road
49
Turn right onto Oakleigh Drive
35 ft
·
1 sec
·
Oakleigh Drive
50
Arrive at destination
Oakleigh Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour duration, starting your trip from Scranton in the morning allows ample time to reach Yorklyn without feeling rushed. The route's turn-heavy nature means you'll want to stay alert and perhaps use navigation with clear turn-by-turn directions. With only one recommended stop and a manageable fuel cost of $23, planning a single fuel and rest break around the halfway point is advisable. Keep an eye out for signs for US 30, as it's a significant portion of your journey, and be prepared for potential local traffic as you get closer to your destination.
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 69.8 miles from Scranton, PA, or about 1h 25m 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 31 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.8 miles or 1h 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 2h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yorklyn, 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 139.6 miles and 3h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 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
70 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69.8 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 305 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
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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
$23.14 one way
$46.29 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $25.35 | $50.70 |
| premium | $4.93 | $27.07 | $54.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.82 | $61.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.9 | 0 | $14.66 | $6.70 |
| Efficient EV | 34.9 | 0 | $12.21 | $5.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.8 | 0 | $19.54 | $8.93 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Yorklyn, PA
Morning in Yorklyn on Tuesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
58°F
East Franklin, PA
70 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
15 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
3h 3m 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 drive,' indicating frequent changes in direction and a less monotonous pace. With only 14% of the journey on highways, you'll spend most of your time on American Legion Memorial Highway, US 30, and Chestnut Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 59.7 miles on American Legion Memorial Highway, offering a sustained period of consistent travel before encountering more local road segments. This profile suggests a route that keeps you engaged with varying road conditions and local scenery.
Only 14% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
50 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?
10/10
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
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 30 significant decision points across 139.6 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.
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 3h 3m. Total distance: 139.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 3m 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.
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 Yorklyn, 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Yorklyn, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.
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 EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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