How far is Scranton, PA from Colonial Park, PA?
The driving distance from Scranton, PA to Colonial Park, PA is about 115.6 miles (186 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 97.2 miles (156.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 39m 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 02h 19m.
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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Borough in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Scranton and Colonial Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scranton and Colonial Park.
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Start on Wyoming Avenue
689 ft · 38 sec · Wyoming Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue
976 ft · 25 sec · Lackawanna Avenue
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Turn right onto Cedar Avenue
1191 ft · 22 sec · Cedar Avenue
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Continue on Cedar Avenue
122 m · 13 sec · Cedar Avenue
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Turn left onto River Street
1.4 km · 2 min · River Street
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Take the ramp right
1178 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto American Legion Memorial Highway
111.1 mi · 2 hr 10 min · American Legion Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Paxtonia, Linglestown
1839 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left onto North Mountain Road
1951 ft · 39 sec · North Mountain Road
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Turn right onto Allentown Boulevard
3077 ft · 1 min · Allentown Boulevard
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Continue on Jonestown Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Jonestown Road
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Turn left onto South Houcks Road
648 ft · 28 sec · South Houcks Road
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Turn left
147 m · 35 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Scranton and Colonial Park.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
American Legion Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto American Legion Memorial Highway
111 mi · 02h 10m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Scranton and Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Colonial Park.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Scranton to Colonial Park?
The road trip is about 115.6 miles (186 km) and usually takes 02h 19m 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?
Mahanoy City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.7 miles from Scranton and 57.8 miles from Colonial Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 97.2 miles (156.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.4 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 1:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.67 one way or $33.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Scranton and Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Colonial Park.
Stop Ideas Near Mahanoy City
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 Mahanoy City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Scranton and Colonial Park. Straight-line distance: 97.19 mi (156.41 km).
#1 Scranton
The third most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 76,532 |
| Coordinates | 41.4091600, -75.6649000 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Colonial Park
Census designated place
| Population | 13,229 |
| Coordinates | 40.3006400, -76.8096900 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
End: Colonial Park (-76.80969, 40.30064)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 186 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 26m |
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 | $4.09 | $16.67 | $33.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $18.76 | $37.53 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $20.21 | $40.42 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $24.40 | $48.80 |
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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