Origin
Terre Hill, PA
Late night in Terre Hill on Sunday
Local time
3:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Terre Hill, PA to Scranton, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 33m
Distance
118.9 mi
191 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 23m
★
6 AM
2h 34m
8 AM
2h 54m
10 AM
2h 41m
12 PM
2h 39m
3 PM
2h 42m
5 PM
2h 53m
8 PM
2h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Terre Hill, PA
Claudio Fornaciari
Trip Overview
This 118.9-mile journey from Terre Hill, PA, to Scranton, PA, is a straightforward 2-hour and 33-minute drive, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You'll primarily navigate via I-81, Pottsville Pike, and Centre Turnpike, with about 70% of the route being highway driving. With an estimated fuel cost of $20, it’s an economical option for exploring within the Northeast region. The drive is focused on efficient travel, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. This route prioritizes getting you from point A to point B smoothly and without much fuss.
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
59.4 miles from Terre Hill, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 59.6 mi | 1h 10m |
| Pottsville Pike | 14.4 mi | 18m |
| Centre Turnpike | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| US 222 | 10.4 mi | 14m |
| Joseph H. Long Boulevard | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| Dry Tavern Road | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Route 61 South | 3 mi | 3m |
| South Claude A. Lord Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 59.6 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terre Hill, PA and Scranton, PA.
1
Start on PA 897
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Turn right onto PA 897
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Broad Street
3
Continue on PA 897
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Dry Tavern Road
4
Turn right onto Willow Street
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Willow Street
5
Turn right onto PA 272
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Reading Road
6
Continue on PA 568
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Alleghenyville Road
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
8
Merge onto US 222
10 mi
·
14 min
·
US 222
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
Toward PA 61 North: Centre Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto PA 61
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Centre Avenue
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on PA 61
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on PA 61
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Centre Avenue
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on PA 61
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on PA 61
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
·
Shoemaker Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on PA 61
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on PA 61
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
South 4th Street
17
Continue on PA 61
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on PA 61
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Centre Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on PA 61
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 61 South
20
Continue on PA 61
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
Pottsville Boulevard
21
Continue on PA 61
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Claude A. Lord Boulevard
22
Continue on PA 61
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Pottsville Saint Clair Highway
23
Continue on PA 61
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Joseph H. Long Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 81 North: Hazleton
25
Merge onto I 81
60 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 81
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward PA 307
27
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
28
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Continue on Adams Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Adams Avenue
30
Turn left onto Biden Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Biden Street
31
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
135 ft
·
4 sec
·
Wyoming Avenue
32
Arrive at destination
Wyoming Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 2-hour and 33-minute duration, this trip from Terre Hill to Scranton is easily accomplished in a single day. Consider an early morning departure to take advantage of lighter traffic, especially on the I-81 stretch, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted driving segment. With only one suggested stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is around $20, and plan your refueling accordingly before you hit longer stretches of highway. The 70% highway share means you can make good progress, so a mid-morning start would also work well if you prefer a more relaxed pace.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.4 miles from Terre Hill, PA, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.6 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 26 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.4 miles or 1h 21m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scranton, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Terre Hill, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Terre Hill, PA
This is one driving day of about 118.9 miles and 2h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Terre Hill, 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 I 81 for about 59.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.4 miles from Terre Hill, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 8.2 and 118.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
8.2 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
US 222
Merge onto US 222
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
18.6 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward PA 61 North: Centre Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward PA 61 North: Centre Avenue
7
118.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 32m in
|
Cedar Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
118.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 33m in
|
Biden Street
Turn left onto Biden Street
Navigation decision point
5
118.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 33m in
|
Wyoming Avenue
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.71 one way
$39.42 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $21.59 | $43.18 |
| premium | $4.93 | $23.06 | $46.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.25 | $52.50 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.74
Centre Turnpike
(10.6 mi)
$0.74
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.7 | 0 | $12.48 | $5.71 |
| Efficient EV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.40 | $4.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.6 | 0 | $16.65 | $7.61 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Scranton, PA
Late night in Scranton on Sunday
Local time
3:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°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
26 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 33m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Appalachian National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...
22 mi from route
~55 min detour
Free
near mile 46
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 118.9-mile trip, with 70% of your time spent on faster roads like I-81. The longest uninterrupted stretch you’ll encounter is 59.6 miles on I-81, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent speed. While the primary roads are efficient, the transition between them offers a bit of variety. This route generally provides a consistent driving experience, prioritizing directness over winding scenic detours. It's a route designed for making good time.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.6 mi on I 81.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and Pottsville Pike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.2 miles in near US 222.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 118.9 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 8.2 miles (US 222): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 118.3 miles (Cedar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving 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 2h 33m. Total distance: 118.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 59.6 miles on I 81. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.74 in tolls one way, starting with Centre Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.2 miles (US 222): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 118.3 miles (Cedar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Appalachian National Scenic Trail. 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 Scranton, PA before heading back.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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