How far is Gold Key Lake, PA from Scranton, PA?
The driving distance from Gold Key Lake, PA to Scranton, PA is about 47 miles (75.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.3 miles (61.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 52m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gold Key Lake and Scranton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gold Key Lake and Scranton.
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Start on Gold Key Road
2760 ft · 2 min · Gold Key Road
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Turn right onto Log Tavern Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Log Tavern Road
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Turn right onto PA-739
6.8 mi · 13 min · PA-739
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Take the ramp left
1940 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
33.4 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 81 South: Wilkes-Barre
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto American Legion Memorial Highway
1.5 mi · 2 min · American Legion Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward President Biden Expressway
1159 ft · 40 sec
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Continue on President Biden Expressway
1.4 km · 2 min · President Biden Expressway
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Continue straight
941 ft · 34 sec
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Continue on Biden Street
1364 ft · 35 sec · Biden Street
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Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
41 m · 5 sec · Wyoming Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Wyoming Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gold Key Lake and Scranton.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
PA-739
Merge slight left
33.4 mi · 00h 39m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Gold Key Lake and Sunny near Scranton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gold Key Lake to Scranton?
The road trip is about 47 miles (75.7 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?
Paupack is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.5 miles from Gold Key Lake and 23.5 miles from Scranton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.3 miles (61.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.7 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 4:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.41 one way or $14.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Gold Key Lake and Sunny near Scranton.
Stop Ideas Near Paupack
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 Paupack.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gold Key Lake and Scranton. Straight-line distance: 38.34 mi (61.7 km).
#1 Gold Key Lake
Situated within Pike County in northeastern Pennsylvania, this body of water rests at an approximate elevation of 1,375 feet above sea level.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.3059300, -74.9385000 |
| Altitude | 419 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Scranton
The third most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 76,532 |
| Coordinates | 41.4091600, -75.6649000 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wyoming Avenue (-75.664767, 41.409077)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.46 | $7.41 | $14.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.93 | $8.18 | $16.35 |
| Premium | $5.31 | $8.81 | $17.61 |
| Diesel | $6.55 | $10.87 | $21.75 |
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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