Origin
West Easton, PA
Morning in West Easton on Sunday
Local time
8:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Easton, PA to City of 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
1h 25m
Distance
64.8 mi
104 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Easton, PA
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City of Scranton, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
This 64.8-mile drive from West Easton, PA to the City of Scranton, PA is a straightforward, single-day trip that can be completed in about 1 hour and 25 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 72% of the journey on major roadways, making it an efficient way to travel between these two Northeast Pennsylvania locations. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this trip is budget-friendly for a quick excursion. Given its short duration and direct path, it's perfectly suited as a day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You'll find this drive offers a practical and timely connection between your starting point and destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 380 | 18.5 mi | 20m |
| PA-33 | 18.4 mi | 23m |
| Keystone Shortway | 8.6 mi | 10m |
| State Route 307 | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| PA 33 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Nazareth Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Moosic Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| 25th Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 380
— 18.5 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Easton, PA and City of Scranton, PA.
1
Start on Center Street
275 ft
·
17 sec
·
Center Street
2
Turn left onto 7th Street
165 ft
·
4 sec
·
7th Street
3
Continue on Spring Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Spring Street
4
Continue on Avona Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Avona Avenue
5
Turn right onto South 23rd Street
173 ft
·
15 sec
·
South 23rd Street
6
Turn sharp left onto Freemansburg Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Freemansburg Avenue
7
Turn sharp right onto 25th Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
25th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on PA 248
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Nazareth Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
10
Merge onto PA 33
18 mi
·
23 min
·
PA-33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 33
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
PA 33
Toward PA 33 North: Bartonsville, Hazleton
Use the left lane.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
Use the left lane.
13
Merge onto I 80
8.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Keystone Shortway
14
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 293
Toward I 380 North: Scranton
15
Continue on I 380
19 mi
·
20 min
·
I 380
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward 307: Daleville, Moscow
17
Turn left onto PA 307
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Scranton-Pocono Highway
18
Continue on PA 307
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 307
19
Continue on PA 307
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Moosic Street
20
Turn left onto Crown Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Crown Avenue
21
Turn right onto River Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
22
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Arrive at destination
Cedar Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.4 miles from West Easton, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 64.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
7th Street
Turn left onto 7th Street
Navigation decision point
7
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
25th Street
Turn sharp right onto 25th Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
23.1 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
PA 33
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 33 toward PA 33 North: Bartonsville, Hazleton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward PA 33 North: Bartonsville, Hazleton
6
26.3 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward I 80 West: Hazleton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
7
64.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m 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
$10.74 one way
$21.49 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.77 | $23.53 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.57 | $25.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.31 | $28.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.80 | $3.11 |
| Efficient EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.67 | $2.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.07 | $4.15 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
City of Scranton, PA
Morning in City of Scranton on Sunday
Local time
8:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
25 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
1h 25m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 64.8-mile journey. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on major roads, including I 380 and PA-33, which comprise 72% of the route. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 18.5 miles on I 380, allowing for consistent progress. While the Keystone Shortway is also part of the itinerary, the overall character remains geared towards efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways. This drive prioritizes getting you to Scranton smoothly and directly.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.5 mi on I 380.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 380 and PA-33. 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 7th Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64.8 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (25th Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.1 miles (PA 33): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,971 ft
275 ft
Total Climb
1,901 ft
Total Descent
1,437 ft
Highest Point
1,971 ft
~46.3 mi in
Elevation Range
1,695 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between West Easton, PA and City of Scranton, PA, road signs point toward Hazleton, 307: Daleville and Moscow.
Hazleton
23.1 mi in
|
~32m
|
via PA 33
307: Daleville
54.5 mi in
|
~1h 9m
Moscow
54.5 mi in
|
~1h 9m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 64.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.5 miles on I 380. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (25th Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.1 miles (PA 33): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at City of 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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