Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
22m
Distance
12.6 mi
20 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Vernon, PA
Haneul Trac
Brookside, PA
Michael Taccetta
Vernon to Brookside is 12.6 miles and takes about 22 minutes via PA 292 and Tunkhannock Highway, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, offering a straightforward journey. It’s a good option if you’re looking for a quick transition between two points without a significant time commitment. Consider this drive for its simplicity and minimal impact on your overall travel schedule.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA 292 | 4 mi | 7m |
| Tunkhannock Highway | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Bridge Street | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Hunter Highway | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| School House Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Marcy Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Vernon, PA and Brookside, PA.
Start on School House Road
Turn sharp right onto PA 292
Continue on PA 29
Continue on PA 29
Continue on PA 29
Continue on PA 29
Continue on PA 29
Turn right onto Marcy Road
Arrive at destination
2 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 12.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn sharp right onto PA 292
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Turn right onto Marcy Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.23 one way
$4.46 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.92 | $2.44 | $4.88 |
| premium | $5.24 | $2.60 | $5.20 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $2.65 | $5.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.32 | $0.60 |
| Efficient EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.10 | $0.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5 | 0 | $1.76 | $0.81 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Vernon on Wednesday
Local time
7:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Rain Showers
Destination
Evening in Brookside on Wednesday
Local time
7:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Rain Showers
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 31% on highways. You'll encounter stretches on PA 292, Tunkhannock Highway, and Bridge Street. The longest continuous segment you’ll navigate is about 4 miles on PA 292, providing a decent run on a single road. Expect the road conditions to vary, transitioning between potentially faster highway sections and more localized routes as you approach your destination.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near PA 292.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Vernon, PA to Brookside, PA is easy. At 22m with 31% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (PA 292): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 12.6 miles (Marcy Road): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
601 ft
Total Descent
637 ft
Highest Point
1,096 ft
~11.7 mi in
Elevation Range
484 ft
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Restaurant
Later in the drive, right off the route
Tunkhannock, PA
Cuisine: american
Fast_food
Later in the drive, right off the route
Tunkhannock, PA
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: 08:00-21:00
Visit websiteRestaurant
Later in the drive, right off the route
Restaurant
Later in the drive, right off the route
Restaurant
Later in the drive, right off the route
Cuisine: chinese
Hours: Mo off; Tu-Th 10:30-22:00; Fr-Sa 10:30-2...
Camp_site
Around the midpoint, short detour
Hotel
Later in the drive, right off the route
Camp_site
Around the midpoint, short detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Founded 1807
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 22m. Total distance: 12.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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