Road trip from Scranton to Erie
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ITINERARY
6h 22m342 miles21 stops
1
Historic Scranton Iron Furnaces
Four huge furnaces used by the Lackawanna Iron & Coal Company.
2
AFA Gallery
3
St. Stanislaus Historical Catholic Cathedral
4
Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den
5
Scranton Cultural Center
Performing Arts Center and Event Venue. Weddings, Showers, Parties, Fundraisers, Brunches, Lunches and Dinners. Meetings and Conference Rooms and Spaces. National Broadway, Concert and Comedy Tours, Theatre, Classical, Dance, Ballet. Food, Wine and Beer Events. Historic Landmark Tours. Children's and Youth Performances, Day and Summer Camps, School Trips. Educational Opportunities.
6
Steamtown National Historic Site
This small museum is all about steam engines and their contribution to America's economy in the 19th century.
7
Marine Corps League NE Detachment Museum
8
Everhart Museum
9
St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church
10
Theater at North
The Theater at North is located in the former North Scranton Junior High School building atop the hill where Green Ridge Street meets North Main Avenue in Scranton, PA. This historic landmark was built in 1922-1924. In the heart of the building lies the majestic Theater at North, a fully restored and renovated, 800 seat state-of-the-art venue with cinematic capabilities.
11
Parker Hill Church
Welcome home! Parker Hill Church is filled with people just like you—people on a journey, trying to find their way back to God. We are one church, but we have three campuses conveniently located in Clarks Summit, Dickson City, and Wilkes-Barre. We love Northeastern Pennsylvania, and we want to be a church that is known for loving and serving the people who live here. We'd love for you to join us! Visit our website to learn more about us and to find the location and service time that suits you best. See you soon!
12
Erie Brewing Company
13
Presque Isle Downs & Casino
Presque Isle Downs & Casino is your best bet for gaming excitement! With over 1,500 of the hottest slots, you'll find a thrilling new game to spin every time you play. Prefer tables? You're in luck! Come try your hand at any of our over 30 thrilling table games. Like to bet on sports? Get in the game at our TwinSpires Sportsbook! With convenient sports betting kiosks, wagering is quick and easy so you'll never miss a minute of the action. Plus, catch seasonal live thoroughbred horse racing at our track! While you're here be sure to sign up for our Players Club. All new members get up to $2,500 free slot play or $25 in guaranteed match play right out of the gate! It's fast and free to join. Every time you play with your Players Club card you'll earn valuable reward points that qualify you to enjoy members-only promotions, perks, exclusive offers and much more! Presque Isle Downs & Casino is located in Erie, PA, just off of I-90 at Exit 27. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800 GAMBLER.
14
Erie Zoo
15
Warner Theater
16
Experience Childrens Museum
The expERIEnce Children’s Museum is a place that has been inspiring creativity and imagination in children for over twenty five years. The museum is a non-profit organization located in the Downtown Erie. The museum is a place where children can become a ship captain, showcase their artistic flair, and be a part of a kid-sized community. The mission of the Children's Museum is to engage children, families, and our community from all backgrounds in play-based educational experiences that inspire creativity, exploration, and imagination.
17
Rum Runners
18
Firefighters Historical Museum
19
Erie Bayfront Convention Center
20
Liberty Park
21
UGLY TUNA TAVERN
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:Historic Scranton Iron Furnaces
Scranton, Pennsylvania·
3.5
(60) review
Four huge furnaces used by the Lackawanna Iron & Coal Company.
2
Start:AFA Gallery
Scranton, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(4) review
101 Penn Ave, Scranton, PA 18503-2012
3
Start:St. Stanislaus Historical Catholic Cathedral
Scranton, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(7) review
529 E Locust St, Scranton, PA 18505-1754
4
Start:Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den
Scranton, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(72) review
300 Lackawanna Ave, Scranton, PA 18503-2001
5
Start:Scranton Cultural Center
Scranton, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(59) review
Performing Arts Center and Event Venue. Weddings, Showers, Parties, Fundraisers, Brunches, Lunches and Dinners. Meetings and Conference Rooms and Spaces. National Broadway, Concert and Comedy Tours, Theatre, Classical, Dance, Ballet. Food, Wine and Beer Events. Historic Landmark Tours. Children's and Youth Performances, Day and Summer Camps, School Trips. Educational Opportunities.
6
Start:Steamtown National Historic Site
Scranton, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(902) review
This small museum is all about steam engines and their contribution to America's economy in the 19th century.
7
Start:Marine Corps League NE Detachment Museum
Scranton, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(8) review
1340 Alder Street, Scranton, PA
8
Start:Everhart Museum
Scranton, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(76) review
1901 Mulberry St, Scranton, PA 18510-2390
9
Start:St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church
Scranton, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(5) review
310 Mifflin Ave, Scranton, PA 18503-1206
10
Start:Theater at North
Scranton, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(5) review
The Theater at North is located in the former North Scranton Junior High School building atop the hill where Green Ridge Street meets North Main Avenue in Scranton, PA. This historic landmark was built in 1922-1924. In the heart of the building lies the majestic Theater at North, a fully restored and renovated, 800 seat state-of-the-art venue with cinematic capabilities.
11
Start:Parker Hill Church
Scranton, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(6) review
Welcome home! Parker Hill Church is filled with people just like you—people on a journey, trying to find their way back to God. We are one church, but we have three campuses conveniently located in Clarks Summit, Dickson City, and Wilkes-Barre. We love Northeastern Pennsylvania, and we want to be a church that is known for loving and serving the people who live here. We'd love for you to join us! Visit our website to learn more about us and to find the location and service time that suits you best. See you soon!
12
Start:Erie Brewing Company
Erie, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(71) review
6008 Knowledge Pkwy, Erie, PA 16510
13
Start:Presque Isle Downs & Casino
Erie, Pennsylvania·
3.5
(981) review
Presque Isle Downs & Casino is your best bet for gaming excitement! With over 1,500 of the hottest slots, you'll find a thrilling new game to spin every time you play. Prefer tables? You're in luck! Come try your hand at any of our over 30 thrilling table games. Like to bet on sports? Get in the game at our TwinSpires Sportsbook! With convenient sports betting kiosks, wagering is quick and easy so you'll never miss a minute of the action. Plus, catch seasonal live thoroughbred horse racing at our track! While you're here be sure to sign up for our Players Club. All new members get up to $2,500 free slot play or $25 in guaranteed match play right out of the gate! It's fast and free to join. Every time you play with your Players Club card you'll earn valuable reward points that qualify you to enjoy members-only promotions, perks, exclusive offers and much more! Presque Isle Downs & Casino is located in Erie, PA, just off of I-90 at Exit 27. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800 GAMBLER.
14
Start:Erie Zoo
Erie, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(808) review
423 W 38th St, Erie, PA 16508-2701
15
Start:Warner Theater
Erie, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(71) review
811 State St, Erie, PA 16501-1366
16
Start:Experience Childrens Museum
Erie, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(80) review
The expERIEnce Children’s Museum is a place that has been inspiring creativity and imagination in children for over twenty five years. The museum is a non-profit organization located in the Downtown Erie. The museum is a place where children can become a ship captain, showcase their artistic flair, and be a part of a kid-sized community. The mission of the Children's Museum is to engage children, families, and our community from all backgrounds in play-based educational experiences that inspire creativity, exploration, and imagination.
17
Start:Rum Runners
Erie, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(7) review
133 E Dobbins Lndg, Erie, PA 16507-1573
18
Start:Firefighters Historical Museum
Erie, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(7) review
428 Chestnut St, Erie, PA 16507-1224
19
Start:Erie Bayfront Convention Center
Erie, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(97) review
1 Sassafras Pier, Erie, PA 16507-2011
20
Start:Liberty Park
Erie, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(7) review
200 Lawrence Pier, Erie, PA 16507
21
Start:UGLY TUNA TAVERN
Erie, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(7) review
1010 Peninsula Dr, Erie, PA 16505-4153
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What's the driving distance between Scranton and Erie?
The distance is 342 miles
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The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 6h 22m mins in normal traffic
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