If you are looking to travel from Texas to Scranton, PA, expect a 123-mile journey that takes approximately 2 hours and 24 minutes to complete. This route is best suited for a single-day trip, as the distance is manageable without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget roughly $20 for fuel to cover the trip. Navigating through the Northeast, you will rely entirely on local roads rather than major interstates. It is a straightforward drive that offers a consistent pace, making it a practical choice for those who prefer avoiding highway congestion.
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
69.6 miles from Texas, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 39m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
49 mi
53m
I 81
32.4 mi
39m
Appalachian Thruway
29.2 mi
34m
US Highway 15
11.7 mi
16m
Westbranch Highway
2.9 mi
3m
Route 414
2.9 mi
4m
Nauvoo Road
2.5 mi
6m
Linck Hill Road
1.7 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 49 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Texas, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
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Start on Texas Creek Road
217 ft·11 sec·Texas Creek Road
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Continue on Texas Creek Road
0.8 mi·2 min·Texas Creek Road
3
Continue on Heyler Road
0.7 mi·2 min·Heyler Road
4
Continue on Linck Hill Road
1.7 mi·6 min·Linck Hill Road
5
Continue on SR 3014
2.5 mi·6 min·Nauvoo Road
6
Turn straight onto PA 414
2.9 mi·4 min·Route 414
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Take the ramp
0.2 mi·26 sec
8
Merge onto I 99; US 15
29 mi·34 min·Appalachian Thruway
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Take the exit onto US 15
0.2 mi·23 sec·US 15
Exit 27AToward US 15 South: LewisburgUse the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 15
159 ft·5 sec·US 15
Use the right lane.
11
Merge onto US 15
0.9 mi·2 min·Market Street
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn slight left onto US 15
1.3 mi·2 min·Montgomery Pike
13
Continue on US 15
12 mi·16 min·US Highway 15
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 15
2.9 mi·3 min·Westbranch Highway
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·58 sec
Toward I 80 East: BloomsburgUse the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·58 sec
17
Merge onto I 80
49 mi·53 min·Keystone Shortway
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Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 260BToward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
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Merge onto I 81
32 mi·39 min·I 81
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward PA 307
21
Turn left onto River Street
1.0 mi·1 min·River Street
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At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.2 mi·18 sec·Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Arrive at destination
Cedar Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this 2-hour and 24-minute drive has no planned stops, you have the flexibility to depart whenever it best fits your schedule. Make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave, as the $20 fuel estimate assumes a steady transit without extra detours. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, prioritize daylight driving to better navigate the local roads safely. Because there are no designated stops, plan to take care of any personal needs before heading out or be prepared to pull over safely if you need a break along the way.
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 69.6 miles from Texas, PA, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49 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 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.6 miles or 1h 39m 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 30m
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 Texas, 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 Texas, PA
This is one driving day of about 139.2 miles and 3h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Texas, 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 49 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 38 and 139.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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38 mi into trip|~57m in|US 15
Take the exit onto US 15 toward US 15 South: Lewisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 27A
Toward US 15 South: Lewisburg
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38.2 mi into trip|~57m in|US 15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 15
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
38.2 mi into trip|~57m in|US 15 / Market Street
Merge onto US 15 / Market Street
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
55 mi into trip|~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward I 80 East: Bloomsburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 80 East: Bloomsburg
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139.1 mi into trip|~3h 1m in|Cedar Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.08 one way
$46.16 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg49 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$25.28
$50.55
premium
$4.93
$27.00
$53.99
diesel
$5.61
$30.73
$61.47
Estimated Tolls: $2.05
Appalachian Thruway
(29.2 mi)$2.05
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
$23
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.7 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
41.8
0
$14.62
$6.68
Efficient EV
34.8
0
$12.18
$5.57
EV Truck/SUV
55.7
0
$19.49
$8.91
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Texas, PA
Afternoon
in Texas on Sunday
Local time
2:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
City of Scranton, PA
Afternoon
in City of Scranton on Sunday
Local time
2:08 PM
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
3 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 2m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy, local experience, as this route features zero highway miles. Your path is defined by Texas Creek Road, Heyler Road, and Linck Hill Road, which require your full attention behind the wheel. Because the entire 123-mile distance is comprised of local roads, the drive feels more technical and engaging than a typical interstate slog. You won't find any long, monotonous stretches here, so expect to navigate turns consistently throughout the duration of your trip.
34% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 38 miles in near US 15.
Driving Effort10/10
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 12 significant decision points across 139.2 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 38 miles (US 15): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.2 miles (US 15): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.2 miles (US 15 / Market Street): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 2m. Total distance: 139.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.05 in tolls one way, starting with Appalachian Thruway. 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.
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 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 38 miles (US 15): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.2 miles (US 15): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.2 miles (US 15 / Market Street): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.0 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 City of Scranton, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.
