How far is Glenside, PA from City of Scranton, PA?
Fastest route
The distance from Glenside, Pennsylvania to Scranton, Pennsylvania is approximately 116 miles (about 186 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 1 hour and 56 minutes. The recommended route is via I-476 N, which includes tolls. Below are the directions to reach your destination.
Directions
- 🚗 Head southeast toward Bickley Rd, then turn right onto Bickley Rd.
- 🛣️ Turn right onto Forsythe Ave, and then take a left onto S Easton Rd.
- 🚧 Turn right onto the ramp to Fort Washington.
- 🛣️ Merge onto PA-309 N.
- 🛣️ Continue on I-476 N (NE Extension/Allentown) and take exit 115 to merge onto PA-315 N toward I-81 N/Scranton.
- 🛣️ Use the left lane to take exit 185 toward President Biden Expy and continue onto President Biden Expy.
- 🚗 Take US-11 N (Jefferson Ave and Mulberry St) and turn left onto N Washington Ave to reach Scranton, Pennsylvania.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Glenside and City of Scranton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glenside and City of Scranton.
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Start on the route
108 m · 28 sec
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Turn right onto North Easton Road
113 m · 17 sec · North Easton Road
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Turn right onto Mount Carmel Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · Mount Carmel Avenue
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Continue on Limekiln Pike
148 m · 14 sec · Limekiln Pike
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Keep slight right to continue on Limekiln Pike
1.1 mi · 2 min · Limekiln Pike
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Continue on Fitzwatertown Road
109 m · 12 sec · Fitzwatertown Road
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Turn left onto Jenkintown Road
60 m · 4 sec · Jenkintown Road
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Continue on Limekiln Pike
1.6 km · 2 min · Limekiln Pike
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Susquehanna Road
1650 ft · 42 sec · Susquehanna Road
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Turn left onto Virginia Drive
1034 ft · 26 sec · Virginia Drive
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Take the ramp left toward I 276 Toll West, PATP Toll West: Valley Forge
1929 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
5.3 mi · 6 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 476: Chester, Allentown
783 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 476 North: Allentown
1642 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
94.1 mi · 1 hr 44 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 315, I 81: Pittston, Scranton
1.2 km · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on PA 315 North: Scranton
844 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left onto Chestnut Street
159 m · 9 sec · Chestnut Street
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Take the exit straight toward I 81 North: Scranton
1395 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
8.2 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 307
835 ft · 22 sec
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Turn left onto River Street
1.5 km · 2 min · River Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
953 ft · 19 sec · Cedar Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cedar Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Glenside and City of Scranton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
94.1 mi · 01h 44m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Glenside and Sunny near City of Scranton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Glenside to City of Scranton?
The road trip is about 116.3 miles (187.2 km) and usually takes 01h 55m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Slatington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.4 miles from Glenside and 59 miles from City of Scranton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.9 miles (151.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.37 one way or $36.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Glenside and Sunny near City of Scranton.
Stop Ideas Near Slatington
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Slatington.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Glenside and City of Scranton. Straight-line distance: 93.88 mi (151.09 km).
#1 Glenside
Census-designated place in Pennsylvania, USA
| Population | 8,384 |
| Coordinates | 40.1023300, -75.1521200 |
| Altitude | 80 |
| Country | United States |
#2 City of Scranton
A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
| Population | 76,089 |
| Coordinates | 41.4043700, -75.6649100 |
| Altitude | 224 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cedar Avenue (-75.663942, 41.404264)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 187 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.47 | $18.37 | $36.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.93 | $20.24 | $40.48 |
| Premium | $5.31 | $21.81 | $43.62 |
| Diesel | $6.61 | $27.18 | $54.35 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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