Shinglehouse, PA to City of Scranton, PA is 213.4 miles and takes about 4h 42m via Southern Tier Expressway and I-81, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within the Northeast region, primarily traversing Pennsylvania. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, making for a relatively straightforward trip. With only one recommended stop and a drive time under five hours, this is a solid choice for a same-day trip when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently.
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
106.7 miles from Shinglehouse, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 33m into the drive
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Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 16 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,197 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,527
Quietest
2 AM
~133 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 73 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 Shinglehouse, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
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Start on this road
159 ft·17 sec·this road
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Turn left onto PA 44
0.3 mi·36 sec·East Academy Street
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At end of road, turn right onto PA 44
0.2 mi·22 sec·North Oswayo Street
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At end of road, turn left onto PA 44
0.4 mi·46 sec·Ceres Road
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Continue on PA 44
1.8 mi·3 min·Route 44
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Continue on PA 44
2.3 mi·4 min·Ceres Road
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At end of road, turn right onto NY 417
3.2 mi·5 min·Portville-Ceres Road
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Continue on NY 417
3.4 mi·5 min·Main Street
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Continue on NY 417
0.3 mi·36 sec·State Highway 417
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Continue on NY 417
0.4 mi·47 sec·Main Street
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Turn right onto NY 417
0.6 mi·53 sec·Wellsville Street
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Continue on NY 417
5.5 mi·8 min·Bolivar-Allentown Road
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Continue on NY 417
6.5 mi·9 min·Bolivar Road
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Turn right onto NY 19; NY 417
1.5 mi·2 min·Wellsville Bypass
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Continue on NY 417
0.3 mi·28 sec·State Highway 417
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Continue on NY 417
0.3 mi·24 sec·East Dyke Street
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Continue on NY 417
4.4 mi·6 min·Andover Road
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Continue on NY 417
2.8 mi·4 min·State Highway 417
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Continue on NY 417
1.1 mi·1 min·East Chestnut Street
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Continue on NY 417
15 mi·22 min·State Highway 417
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At end of road, turn left onto NY 36; NY 417
1.2 mi·1 min·State Highway 36
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Turn right onto NY 417
16 mi·24 min·State Highway 417
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Continue on NY 417
0.7 mi·1 min·Tuscarora Street
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Continue on NY 417
0.2 mi·13 sec·Main Street
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Continue on NY 417
1.1 mi·1 min·Front Street
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Continue on NY 417
365 ft·6 sec·State Highway 417
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Continue on NY 417
3.5 mi·5 min·Addison Road
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Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward I 99 North, US 15 North
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Merge onto I 99; US 15
3.6 mi·4 min·I 99; US 15
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Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 13A-BToward I 86 East, NY 17 East: Corning, Binghamton
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Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·53 sec
Exit 13AToward I 86 East, NY 17 East: Corning, Binghamton
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Merge onto I 86; NY 17
80 mi·1 hr 34 min·Southern Tier Expressway
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Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
50 mi·58 min·I 81
Toward I 81 South: ScrantonUse the straight lane.
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·54 sec
Toward US 11 South: Scranton ExpresswayUse the slight right lane.
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Merge onto US 6 BUS
0.1 mi·13 sec·US 6 BUS
Toward US 11 South: Scranton ExpresswayUse the straight lane.
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Keep slight left at fork onto US 6 BUS
0.2 mi·23 sec·US 6 BUS
Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
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Continue on US 11
2.9 mi·4 min·North Scranton Expressway
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on US 11; PA 307
0.2 mi·36 sec·Mulberry Street
Use the straight lane.
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Turn right onto Penn Avenue
0.3 mi·44 sec·Penn Avenue
Use the right lane.
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At end of road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue
0.3 mi·35 sec·Lackawanna Avenue
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Turn right onto CR 3023
0.1 mi·10 sec·Cedar Avenue
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Arrive at destination
Cedar Avenue
Trip Plan
Consider departing in the morning to take advantage of daylight and allow for flexibility. While this route is manageable in one day, the 4h 42m drive time means you'll want to plan for at least one brief stop for fuel or a stretch break. The longest continuous driving segment is over 80 miles, so be mindful of your fuel levels before embarking on that stretch. Given the efficiency of this highway-heavy route, you have the advantage of arriving in Scranton with ample time for your evening plans.
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 106.7 miles from Shinglehouse, PA, or about 2h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80.1 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 47 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.7 miles or 2h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Scranton, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Shinglehouse, 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 Shinglehouse, PA
This is one driving day of about 213.4 miles and 4h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Shinglehouse, 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 Southern Tier Expressway for about 80.1 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 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 73.9 and 209.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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73.9 mi into trip|~1h 53m in
Take the ramp toward I 99 North, US 15 North
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 99 North, US 15 North
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77.7 mi into trip|~1h 58m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 86 East, NY 17 East: Corning, Binghamton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 13A-B
Toward I 86 East, NY 17 East: Corning, Binghamt...
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78.6 mi into trip|~2h in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 86 East, NY 17 East: Corning, Binghamton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 13A
Toward I 86 East, NY 17 East: Corning, Binghamt...
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159.1 mi into trip|~3h 35m in|I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
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209.3 mi into trip|~4h 35m in|US 6 BUS
Merge onto US 6 BUS toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.27 one way
$74.54 round trip
$4.44/gal25.4 MPG avg75 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.86
$40.81
$81.61
premium
$5.20
$43.65
$87.31
diesel
$6.28
$52.73
$105.46
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
64
0
$22.41
$10.24
Efficient EV
53.4
0
$18.67
$8.54
EV Truck/SUV
85.4
1
$29.88
$13.66
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Shinglehouse, PA
Morning
in Shinglehouse on Thursday
Local time
7:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Widespread Frost then Sunny
W 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
City of Scranton, PA
Morning
in City of Scranton on Thursday
Local time
7:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Sunny
N 0 to 3 mph0% chanceLive forecast
56°F
Chemung, NY
107 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
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
4h 42m 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 drive is predominantly highway cruising, with 82% of the route utilizing major expressways like the Southern Tier Expressway and I-81. You'll encounter a long stretch of 80.1 miles on the Southern Tier Expressway before transitioning to other roadways. Expect a steady pace for the majority of the trip, with a higher density of exits as you approach the Scranton area.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
42 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 80.1 mi on Southern Tier Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern Tier Expressway and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 73.9 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 213.4 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 73.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 77.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,823 ft739 ft
Total Climb
949 ft
Total Descent
1,703 ft
Highest Point
1,823 ft
~14.8 mi in
Elevation Range
1,084 ft
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 Shinglehouse, PA to City of Scranton, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Binghamton along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 42m. Total distance: 213.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 80.1 miles on Southern Tier Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 15 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 City of Scranton, 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 15 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 73.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 77.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.4 hours — manageable with a long break at City of Scranton, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.
