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Trip from Westfield, 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

3h 37m

Distance

163.1 mi

262 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
3h 25m ★
6 AM
3h 37m
8 AM
4h 2m
10 AM
3h 46m
12 PM
3h 44m
3 PM
3h 47m
5 PM
4h 1m
8 PM
3h 30m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Westfield, PA, PA

Westfield, PA

Haneul Trac

Downtown City of Scranton, PA, PA

City of Scranton, PA

Michael Taccetta

Trip Overview

This 163.1-mile drive from Westfield, PA, to the City of Scranton, PA, will take you about 3 hours and 37 minutes of pure driving time. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey through Pennsylvania's Northeast region, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip with an estimated fuel cost of $27. You'll primarily be on the Southern Tier Expressway and I-81, with a brief section on PA 328. This route is designed for efficient travel, so if you're looking to get from point A to point B without too many detours, this is a solid option. The relatively short duration means you'll have plenty of time to explore Scranton upon arrival.

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

81.6 miles from Westfield, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Southern Tier Expressway 58.7 mi 1h 9m
I 81 49.8 mi 58m
PA 328 12.8 mi 19m
Main Street 9.5 mi 17m
Route 49 8.7 mi 14m
Lakeview Drive 6.5 mi 10m
NY 328 3.4 mi 5m
Pennsylvania Avenue 3 mi 4m
Longest stretch: Southern Tier Expressway — 58.7 mi, about 1h 9m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Westfield, PA and City of Scranton, PA.

1

Start on PA 349

89 ft · 5 sec · Church Street
2

Turn right onto PA 49

6.4 mi · 11 min · Main Street
3

Continue on PA 49

5.8 mi · 10 min · Route 49
4

Continue on PA 49

1.4 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
5

Turn straight onto PA 49

2.9 mi · 4 min · Route 49
6

Turn left onto Lakeview Drive

6.5 mi · 10 min · Lakeview Drive
7

Continue on Bliss Road

0.4 mi · 59 sec · Bliss Road
8

Turn right onto CR 115

0.2 mi · 26 sec · County Route 115
9

Continue on PA 287

3.1 mi · 5 min · Main Street
10

Turn left onto PA 328

13 mi · 19 min · PA 328
11

At end of road, turn left onto PA 549

178 ft · 3 sec · PA 549
12

Continue on PA 328

0.4 mi · 32 sec · Hammond Creek Road
13

Continue on NY 328

2.8 mi · 4 min · Pennsylvania Avenue
14

Enter roundabout onto NY 328

128 ft · 2 sec · NY 328
15

Continue on NY 328

3.4 mi · 5 min · NY 328
16

Continue on NY 14

2.5 mi · 3 min · Clemens Center Parkway
17

Turn right onto Pennsylvania Avenue

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Pennsylvania Avenue
18

Turn straight onto Sly Street

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Sly Street
19

Continue on Madison Avenue

460 ft · 11 sec · Madison Avenue
20

Turn right onto NY 352

0.8 mi · 1 min · East Water Street
21

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 32 sec
22

Merge onto I 86; NY 17

59 mi · 1 hr 9 min · Southern Tier Expressway
23

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81

50 mi · 58 min · I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton Use the straight lane.
24

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 54 sec
Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway Use the slight right lane.
25

Merge onto US 6 BUS

0.1 mi · 13 sec · US 6 BUS
Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway Use the straight lane.
26

Keep slight left at fork onto US 6 BUS

0.2 mi · 23 sec · US 6 BUS
Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
27

Continue on US 11

2.9 mi · 4 min · North Scranton Expressway
Use the straight lane.
28

Continue on US 11; PA 307

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Mulberry Street
Use the straight lane.
29

Turn right onto Penn Avenue

0.3 mi · 44 sec · Penn Avenue
Use the right lane.
30

At end of road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue

0.3 mi · 35 sec · Lackawanna Avenue
31

Turn right onto CR 3023

0.1 mi · 10 sec · Cedar Avenue
32

Arrive at destination

Cedar Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 37-minute duration, this route is easily manageable as a day trip. Aim to depart Westfield in the morning to maximize your time in Scranton. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing; however, consider a break around the halfway point. The longest stretch without a major exit is nearly 59 miles on the Southern Tier Expressway, so ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment. The $27 fuel estimate is a helpful budget point, but always check current prices. Since this is a relatively direct drive, you can afford to be flexible with your departure time.

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 81.6 miles from Westfield, PA, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.7 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 36 miles or 59m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 81.6 miles or 1h 58m 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

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 Westfield, 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 Westfield, PA

This is one driving day of about 163.1 miles and 3h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Westfield, 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 58.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Broome County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Vestal, NY

82 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

Big Flats, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Vestal, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 81.6 miles from Westfield, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

Roasted Coffee Bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Owego, New York

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 81.6

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+16072231652

Visit website

Roasted Coffee Bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 81.6

Owego, New York

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+16072231652

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 163.1

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–8 am

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 163.1

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 163.1

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 163.1

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 104.9

Binghamton, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 81.6

Owego, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 104.9

Binghamton, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 46.6

Elmira, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Farmland Animal Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 58.3

Chemung, New York

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+16075293371

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 108.9 and 162.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
108.9 mi into trip | ~2h 30m 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
6
158.6 mi into trip | ~3h 29m in

Take the exit toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
7
159 mi into trip | ~3h 30m 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
6
159.1 mi into trip | ~3h 30m in | US 6 BUS

Keep slight left at fork onto US 6 BUS toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward US 11 South: Scranton Expressway
6
162.4 mi into trip | ~3h 35m in | Penn Avenue

Turn right onto Penn Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.04 one way

$54.08 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 57 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $29.61 $59.23
premium $4.93 $31.63 $63.26
diesel $5.61 $36.01 $72.02

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 57.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 48.9 0 $17.13 $7.83
Efficient EV 40.8 0 $14.27 $6.52
EV Truck/SUV 65.2 0 $22.83 $10.44

Gas CO2

57 kg

EV CO2

19 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 17, 2026

Origin

Westfield, PA

Morning in Westfield on Sunday

Local time

6:35 AM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Mostly Cloudy

W 7 mph 14% chance Live forecast

Destination

City of Scranton, PA

Morning in City of Scranton on Sunday

Local time

6:35 AM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Patchy Fog

W 3 mph 13% chance 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

6 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 37m on the road

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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 85% of the drive utilizing major expressways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 58.7 miles along the Southern Tier Expressway. While much of this route is on fast-paced interstate, keep an eye out for the transition onto PA 328, which may offer a slightly different road feel. Overall, the character is one of consistent travel speeds, designed for covering distance efficiently rather than winding through quaint towns. This is a drive where you can settle in and make good time.

85% 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: 58.7 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 108.9 miles in near I 81.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 163.1 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 108.9 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 158.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 159 miles (US 6 BUS): 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 37m. Total distance: 163.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 58.7 miles on Southern Tier Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 108.9 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 158.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 159 miles (US 6 BUS): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.2 hours — manageable with a long break at City of Scranton, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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