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Trip from Woodland Heights, PA to 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

4h 59m

Distance

256.8 mi

413 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 46m ★
6 AM
4h 59m
8 AM
5h 26m
10 AM
5h 8m
12 PM
5h 6m
3 PM
5h 10m
5 PM
5h 25m
8 PM
4h 51m

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

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Downtown Woodland Heights, PA, PA

Woodland Heights, PA

Marta Wave

Trip Overview

This 256.8-mile journey from Woodland Heights, PA, to Scranton, PA, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 4 hours and 59 minutes. You'll navigate a mix of major arteries, including the Keystone Shortway, I-81, and US Highway 322. With a fuel cost estimated at $43, this drive offers a straightforward trip within Pennsylvania's Northeast region. The route's profile suggests a turn-heavy local drive, so plan for a pace that allows for these transitions. It's a manageable distance for a day trip, though you'll want to factor in at least one planned stop.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

128.4 miles from Woodland Heights, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 33m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Keystone Shortway 189 mi 3h 24m
I 81 32.4 mi 39m
US Highway 322 12.4 mi 17m
Main Street 6.1 mi 9m
Route 322 4.1 mi 5m
Twenty-Eighth Division Highway 4.1 mi 6m
Pennsylvania Highway 257 4.1 mi 7m
West Main Street 1.7 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 189 mi, about 3h 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Woodland Heights, PA and Scranton, PA.

1

Start on Innis Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Innis Street
2

Turn straight onto PA 257

4.1 mi · 7 min · Pennsylvania Highway 257
3

Turn left onto US 322

2.5 mi · 3 min · Twenty-Eighth Division Highway
4

Continue on US 322

12 mi · 17 min · US Highway 322
5

Continue on US 322

5.1 mi · 7 min · Main Street
6

Continue on US 322

1.7 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
7

Continue on US 322

1.6 mi · 2 min · Twenty-Eighth Division Highway
8

Continue on US 322

1.0 mi · 1 min · Main Street
9

Continue on US 322

4.1 mi · 5 min · Route 322
10

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec
11

Merge onto I 80

189 mi · 3 hr 24 min · Keystone Shortway
12

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 260B Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
13

Merge onto I 81

32 mi · 39 min · I 81
14

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward PA 307
15

Turn left onto River Street

1.0 mi · 1 min · River Street
16

At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue

0.3 mi · 31 sec · Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
17

Continue on Adams Avenue

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Adams Avenue
18

Turn left onto Biden Street

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Biden Street
19

Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue

135 ft · 4 sec · Wyoming Avenue
20

Arrive at destination

Wyoming Avenue

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour, 59-minute drive, departing early in the morning is recommended to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic delays. With only one stop suggested, focus on making it a substantial break for fuel and refreshments. The fuel cost is estimated at $43, so ensure your tank is full before you leave Woodland Heights. Given the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, be extra mindful of your GPS and road signs, especially when navigating the sections not on major highways. The 189-mile stretch on the Keystone Shortway offers a good opportunity to cover distance efficiently before the more intricate local driving begins.

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 128.4 miles from Woodland Heights, PA, or about 2h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 189 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 56 miles or 1h 14m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 128.4 miles or 2h 33m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 1m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Woodland Heights, 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 Woodland Heights, PA

This is one driving day of about 256.8 miles and 4h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 miles from Woodland Heights, 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 189 miles.

Where to Stop

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

borough in Centre County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

State College, PA

128 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

Punxsutawney, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 56 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Central City, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 128.4 miles from Woodland Heights, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 189 miles.

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.

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 256.8

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–8 am

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 256.8

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 256.8

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 238.5

Wilkes-Barre Township, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 256.8

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

InCharge Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 238.5

Wilkes-Barre Township, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18333994638

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 201.8

Nescopeck, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 220.2

Drums, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 8

5 decision points cluster between mile 222 and 256.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
222 mi into trip | ~4h 14m in

Take the exit toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 260B Toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
4
255.1 mi into trip | ~4h 55m in

Take the exit toward PA 307

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward PA 307
7
256.2 mi into trip | ~4h 57m in | Cedar Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
5
256.6 mi into trip | ~4h 58m in | Biden Street

Turn left onto Biden Street

Navigation decision point

5
256.8 mi into trip | ~4h 58m in | Wyoming Avenue

Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$42.57 one way

$85.15 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 90 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $46.63 $93.26
premium $4.93 $49.80 $99.61
diesel $5.61 $56.70 $113.40

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$43

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$68–$93

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 89.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 77 0 $26.96 $12.33
Efficient EV 64.2 0 $22.47 $10.27
EV Truck/SUV 102.7 1 $35.95 $16.44

Gas CO2

90 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Woodland Heights, PA

Morning in Woodland Heights on Sunday

Local time

10:41 AM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Scranton, PA

Morning in Scranton on Sunday

Local time

10:41 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Slight Chance Rain Showers

N 8 mph 15% 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

18 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

4h 59m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

The drive's personality is best described as a turn-heavy local experience, with only 21% of the route on highways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on local roads, which means a more varied driving experience with frequent turns and potential for slower speeds. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 189 miles on the Keystone Shortway, offering a chance to settle in before transitioning back to more local navigation. Expect the road to change frequently, demanding your attention as you move between different types of roadways.

Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 189 mi on Keystone Shortway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 222 miles in.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 4h 59m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 222 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 255.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 256.2 miles (Cedar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Arriving in Scranton, PA

Full guide →

Scranton is a city in Northeastern Pennsylvania. It is near Wilkes-Barre, and is the seventh most populous city in the state. Today, it is perhaps best known as the setting of the hit TV show "The Office" and the birthplace of Joe Biden, the 46th President of the United States.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 59m. Total distance: 256.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (21%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 189 miles on Keystone Shortway. 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.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: at 222 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 255.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 256.2 miles (Cedar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 5.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 10.0 hours — manageable with a long break at 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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