How far is Spring Grove, PA from Scranton, PA?

Fastest route

The distance from Spring Grove, Pennsylvania, to Scranton, Pennsylvania is approximately 157 miles (252 kilometers). The fastest route, considering traffic conditions, is via I-81 N. Here are the directions to get from Spring Grove to Scranton.

Directions

  1. 🚗 Get on I-83 N in Manchester Township from Hanover Rd and US-30 E.

    • Head east on W Constitution Ave toward Hanover Rd/N Main St.
    • Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Hanover Rd/N Main St.
    • At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto PA-116/Hanover Rd/N Main St.
    • Continue to follow PA-116/Hanover Rd.
    • Turn right onto US-30 E/W Market St.
    • Use the right 2 lanes to turn slightly right onto the US-30 E ramp to I-83/Lancaster.
    • Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto PA-181 N/N George St.
    • Turn right to merge onto I-83 N toward Harrisburg.
  2. 🛣️ Follow I-83 N and I-81 N to US-11 N in Scranton.

    • Keep left to stay on I-83 N, following signs for Interstate 81/US 322 W/Hazleton/State College.
    • Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 51 B to merge onto I-81 N toward I-78/Hazleton/Allentown.
    • Keep left to stay on I-81 N, following signs for Hazleton.
    • Use the left lane to take exit 185 toward President Biden Expy.
    • Continue onto President Biden Expy.
    • Continue on US-11 N.
  3. 🚦 Take Jefferson Ave and Mulberry St to N Washington Ave in Scranton.

    • Slight right onto US-11 N (signs for Central City/University/Colleges).
    • Use the 2nd from the right lane to turn slightly right toward Jefferson Ave.
    • Continue straight onto Jefferson Ave.
    • Turn left onto Mulberry St.
    • Turn left onto N Washington Ave.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🕐 Plan your trip ahead to account for any possible traffic delays, as they may affect your travel time.
  • 📱 Use navigation apps or GPS devices to stay on track and find the quickest routes to your destination.
  • 🚗 Make sure your vehicle is in good condition before embarking on a long journey to avoid breakdowns.
  • 🍴 Consider stopping for meals and rest breaks along the way to stay refreshed and energized.
  • 🛣️ Keep an eye on road signs and follow them carefully to avoid missing any turns or exits.
  • 🧭 Familiarize yourself with the route in advance to reduce the chances of getting lost.
  • 🚧 Stay updated on road closures or construction works that may affect your route, if possible.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
156.98 mi
02h 44m
Flight
123.31 mi
198.45 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
123.31 mi
Kilometers
198.45 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Road route
156.98 mi
Kilometers
252.64 km
Drive Time
02h 44m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 44m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Scranton
Thu, Apr 23, 2:17 AM EDT
Return by in Spring Grove
Thu, Apr 23, 5:01 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Spring Grove
2026-04-22T23:33
Arrive Scranton
Thu, Apr 23, 2:17 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 44m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:44 AM to 12:44 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:02 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Spring Grove
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
East Franklin
PA

Township in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania

From Spring Grove
78 mi
01h 22m
To Scranton
79 mi
01h 22m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
70°F
Wednesday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 mph W
Destination
64°F
Wednesday

Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Spring Grove and Scranton.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Spring Grove and Scranton.

  1. 1

    Start on West Constitution Avenue

    20 m · 9 sec · West Constitution Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto North Main Street

    3122 ft · 2 min · North Main Street

  3. 3

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward North Main Street

    38 m · 2 sec · North Main Street

  4. 4

    Exit the roundabout onto North Main Street

    1.3 mi · 3 min · North Main Street

  5. 5

    Continue on Hanover Road

    2.6 mi · 5 min · Hanover Road

  6. 6

    Turn right onto West Market Street

    1.1 mi · 2 min · West Market Street

  7. 7

    Take the exit straight toward US 30 East: Lancaster

    5.6 mi · 10 min

  8. 8

    Turn sharp left onto North George Street

    1.5 km · 2 min · North George Street

  9. 9

    Take the ramp left toward I 83: Harrisburg

    874 ft · 21 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    23.7 mi · 29 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight left toward I 83 North, US 322 West: Hazleton, State College

    4 mi · 6 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward I 81 North: Hazleton, Allentown

    3087 ft · 48 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left onto American Legion Memorial Highway

    113.7 mi · 2 hr 14 min · American Legion Memorial Highway

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward PA 307

    835 ft · 22 sec

  15. 15

    Turn left onto River Street

    1.5 km · 2 min · River Street

  16. 16

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue

    1591 ft · 31 sec · Cedar Avenue

  17. 17

    Continue on Adams Avenue

    566 ft · 17 sec · Adams Avenue

  18. 18

    Turn left onto Biden Street

    972 ft · 25 sec · Biden Street

  19. 19

    Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue

    41 m · 5 sec · Wyoming Avenue

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Wyoming Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Spring Grove and Scranton.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
20 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
2 merges, 7 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
American Legion Memorial Highway
114 mi · 72%
I 83
23.9 mi · 15%
US 30 East
5.61 mi · 4%
I 83 North
4.01 mi · 3%
Hanover Road
2.56 mi · 2%
North Main Street
1.9 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

American Legion Memorial Highway

Merge slight left onto American Legion Memorial Highway

114 mi · 02h 14m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 44m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 28m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+33.7 mi
123.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
East Franklin
01h 22m from Spring Grove
Leave By
1:02 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Spring Grove and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Scranton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Spring Grove to Scranton?

The road trip is about 157 miles (252.6 km) and usually takes 02h 44m 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?

East Franklin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78 miles from Spring Grove and 79 miles from Scranton.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 123.3 miles (198.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.7 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 1:02 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.64 one way or $45.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Spring Grove and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Scranton.

Stop Ideas Near East Franklin

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around East Franklin, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to East Franklin.

RAIL

Middletown

54 mi away
Union Street and Mill Street
RAIL

Elizabethtown station

55 mi away
South Wilson Avenue at West High Street
RAIL

Harrisburg Transportation Center

55 mi away
4th and Chestnut Streets
RAIL

Mount Joy

57 mi away
East Henry St. and North Market St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Spring Grove and Scranton. Straight-line distance: 123.31 mi (198.45 km).

Spring Grove

#1 Spring Grove

Borough of Pennsylvania

Population2,179
Coordinates39.8745400, -76.8658100
Altitude145
CountryUnited States
Scranton

#2 Scranton

The third most populous city in Pennsylvania.

Population76,532
Coordinates41.4091600, -75.6649000
Altitude230
CountryUnited States
Start: West Constitution Avenue (-76.865815, 39.874634)
End: Wyoming Avenue (-75.664767, 41.409077)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 253 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 13m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 55m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 08m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 36m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 14m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 57m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.54 gal
20.97 L · about $22.64
Round trip
$45.27
11.08 gal · 41.94 L
Estimated CO2
49.2 kg one way
Round trip: 98.5 kg / 217 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $22.64 $45.27
Mid-grade $4.60 $25.48 $50.96
Premium $4.95 $27.45 $54.89
Diesel $5.98 $33.13 $66.26

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Pennsylvania · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Spring Grove and Scranton. The current time is 23:33:04.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.