Trip from Wilmot, 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 33m

Distance

54.8 mi

88 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min

4 AM

1h 26m ★

6 AM

1h 34m

8 AM

1h 48m

10 AM

1h 39m

12 PM

1h 37m

3 PM

1h 39m

5 PM

1h 47m

8 PM

1h 29m

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

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Wilmot, PA

Haneul Trac

City of Scranton, PA

Michael Taccetta

Trip Overview

This 51.2-mile drive from Wilmot, PA to the City of Scranton, PA is best tackled as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 18 minutes. You'll primarily navigate local roads, including Wilmot Road and Shaffers Notch Road, with no interstate highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $8, making it an economical option. The route offers a turn-heavy local experience, ideal for those who prefer engaging driving over long, straight stretches. Both your origin and destination are located within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, providing a consistent regional feel throughout your travel.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

27.4 miles from Wilmot, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Roosevelt Highway	25 mi	39m
Grand Army of the Republic Highway	9 mi	13m
Morgan Highway	4.6 mi	8m
Pennsylvania Route 92	2.9 mi	5m
Wyalusing-New Albany Road	2.8 mi	5m
Winola Road	2.4 mi	4m
Wilmot Road	2.4 mi	5m
North Scranton Expressway	2.1 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Roosevelt Highway — 25 mi, about 39m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on this road

0.3 mi · 54 sec · this road

Turn left onto Wilmot Road

2.4 mi · 5 min · Wilmot Road

Turn right onto Shaffers Notch Road

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Shaffers Notch Road

Continue on Wyalusing New Albany Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Wyalusing New Albany Road

Continue on Wyalusing-New Albany Road

2.8 mi · 5 min · Wyalusing-New Albany Road

At end of road, turn right onto US 6

6.5 mi · 9 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway

Use the right lane.

Continue on US 6

7.4 mi · 10 min · Roosevelt Highway

Continue on US 6

0.5 mi · 46 sec · River Street

Continue on US 6

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Main Street

Continue on US 6

7.4 mi · 11 min · Roosevelt Highway

Use the straight lane.

Turn straight onto US 6

2.5 mi · 4 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway

Toward US 6 Bypass East: Scranton Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto PA 92

2.9 mi · 5 min · Pennsylvania Route 92

Use the right lane.

Continue on PA 92

1.2 mi · 2 min · Roosevelt Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto PA 307

2.2 mi · 3 min · Roosevelt Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto PA 307

6.7 mi · 11 min · Roosevelt Highway

Continue on PA 307

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Airport Drive

Turn straight onto PA 307

2.4 mi · 4 min · Winola Road

Turn slight right onto PA 307

4.6 mi · 8 min · Morgan Highway

Use the left lane.

At end of road, turn left onto PA 307

308 ft · 7 sec · North Keyser Avenue

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp onto PA 307

0.2 mi · 30 sec · PA 307

Toward US 11 South, PA 307 South Use the right lane.

Merge onto US 11; PA 307

2.1 mi · 3 min · North Scranton Expressway

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 11; PA 307

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Mulberry Street

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto Penn Avenue

0.3 mi · 44 sec · Penn Avenue

Use the right lane.

At end of road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue

0.3 mi · 35 sec · Lackawanna Avenue

Turn right onto CR 3023

0.1 mi · 10 sec · Cedar Avenue

Arrive at destination

Cedar Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the short 51.2-mile distance and 1 hour 18-minute duration, this trip is easily completed in a single day, offering plenty of flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, perhaps after a relaxed breakfast in Wilmot. With no long highway stretches, you won't need to worry about extensive fuel stops, and the estimated $8 fuel cost is quite manageable. Pay attention to the turn-heavy nature of the route; using a GPS or map will be essential for navigating the numerous turns on roads like Shaffers Notch Road. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid any potential rush hour in Scranton.

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.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 27.4 miles from Wilmot, PA, or about 44m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25 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 12 miles or 22m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 27.4 miles or 44m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 18m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Scranton, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Wilmot, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Wilmot, PA

This is one driving day of about 54.8 miles and 1h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Wilmot, PA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on Roosevelt Highway for about 25 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Tunkhannock, PA

27 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

Wyalusing, PA

Fuel and coffee

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 54.8

Moosic, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 50.9

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 6.7 and 54.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6.7 mi into trip | ~14m in | US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway

At end of road, turn right onto US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

31.3 mi into trip | ~51m in | PA 92 / Pennsylvania Route 92

Turn right onto PA 92 / Pennsylvania Route 92

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

51.5 mi into trip | ~1h 27m in | PA 307 / North Keyser Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto PA 307 / North Keyser Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

51.6 mi into trip | ~1h 27m in | PA 307

Take the ramp onto PA 307 toward US 11 South, PA 307 South

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward US 11 South, PA 307 South

54.1 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in | Penn Avenue

Turn right onto Penn Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$9.09 one way

$18.17 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 19 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$9.95	$19.90
premium	$4.93	$10.63	$21.26
diesel	$5.61	$12.10	$24.20

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$34–$59

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 19.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	16.4	$5.75	$2.63
Efficient EV	13.7	$4.79	$2.19
EV Truck/SUV	21.9	$7.67	$3.51

Gas CO2

19 kg

EV CO2

6 kg (68% 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

Wilmot, PA

Late night in Wilmot on Sunday

Local time

3:37 AM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

City of Scranton, PA

Late night in City of Scranton on Sunday

Local time

3:37 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Slight Chance Rain Showers

NW 5 to 8 mph 20% 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

13 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

1h 33m 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 turn-heavy local drive with a 0% highway share. This means you'll be making frequent directional changes on roads like Wilmot Road and Shaffers Notch Road, characteristic of navigating through smaller communities. Since there's no longest uninterrupted stretch indicated, plan for a continuous engagement with the road. The lack of significant highway driving suggests a slower pace, allowing you to appreciate the local landscape as you make your way towards Scranton.

Only 10% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.

26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 25 mi on Roosevelt Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.7 miles in near US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.8 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 6.7 miles (US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 31.3 miles (PA 92 / Pennsylvania Route 92): Lane positioning matters here; at 51.5 miles (PA 307 / North Keyser Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 33m. Total distance: 54.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 25 miles on Roosevelt Highway. 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.

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

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Trip from Wilmot, PA to City of Scranton, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

IONNA Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Blink Charging Station

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Wilmot, PA

City of Scranton, PA

Same local time

13 degrees warmer at arrival

1h 33m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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