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Trip from Croydon, PA to Clearfield, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 51m

Distance

259.8 mi

418 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 38m ★
6 AM
4h 52m
8 AM
5h 19m
10 AM
5h 1m
12 PM
4h 59m
3 PM
5h 3m
5 PM
5h 18m
8 PM
4h 44m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Clearfield, PA

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Trip Overview

This 259.8-mile drive from Croydon, PA, to Clearfield, PA, is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take about 4 hours and 51 minutes. You'll primarily navigate using the Pennsylvania Turnpike, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, and the Keystone Shortway. With a fuel cost estimated at $43, this route offers a straightforward journey through Pennsylvania. The drive is characterized as a mixed experience, suggesting a combination of highway speeds and potentially varied road conditions. Planning for one stop should be sufficient for this relatively short, direct trip.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

129.9 miles from Croydon, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Keystone Shortway 156.6 mi 2h 50m
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension 74.2 mi 1h 20m
Pennsylvania Turnpike 17.1 mi 18m
Street Road 4.2 mi 7m
State Road 1.6 mi 3m
Clearfield Shawville Highway 1.4 mi 2m
Bigler Avenue 1.3 mi 1m
Lincoln Highway 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 156.6 mi, about 2h 50m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Croydon, PA and Clearfield, PA.

1

Start on State Road

1.6 mi · 3 min · State Road
2

Turn right onto Street Road

4.2 mi · 7 min · Street Road
Use the right lane.
3

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Toward US 1 North: Trenton
4

Merge onto US 1

0.3 mi · 26 sec · Lincoln Highway
Toward US 1 North: Morrisville
5

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 276, PATP Use the right lane.
6

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Toward I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown Use the slight right lane.
7

Merge onto I 276; PATP

17 mi · 18 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Toward I 476: Chester, Allentown Use the slight right lane.
9

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 476 North: Allentown
10

Merge onto I 476; PATP

74 mi · 1 hr 20 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 95 Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 23 sec
13

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
14

Merge onto I 80

157 mi · 2 hr 50 min · Keystone Shortway
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 49 sec
Toward PA 879: Clearfield, Shawville
16

Turn left onto PA 879

1.4 mi · 2 min · Clearfield Shawville Highway
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
18

Turn right onto US 322

1.3 mi · 1 min · Bigler Avenue
19

Turn slight right onto US 322

487 ft · 10 sec · Bridge Street
20

Continue on US 322; PA 153

413 ft · 9 sec · Nichols Street
21

Turn right onto River Road

89 ft · 2 sec · River Road
22

Arrive at destination

River Road

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour and 51-minute drive, leaving in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and allow for a comfortable pace. Given the longest stretch is over 150 miles, plan for a fuel and rest stop around the halfway point, perhaps before or after the Keystone Shortway segment. The estimated fuel cost of $43 is a good baseline for your budget. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your schedule, but aim to arrive in Clearfield with ample daylight remaining.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 129.9 miles from Croydon, PA, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 156.6 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 57 miles or 1h 7m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 129.9 miles or 2h 27m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 58m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clearfield, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Croydon, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Croydon, PA

This is one driving day of about 259.8 miles and 4h 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Croydon, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 156.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hazleton, PA

130 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Elkton, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 57 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hazleton, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 129.9 miles from Croydon, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 156.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Farm Table Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Clearfield, Pennsylvania

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 259.8

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18142054405

Visit website

Farm Table Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 259.8

Clearfield, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18142054405

Visit website

Bella's Restaurant & Pizzeria

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18.6

Jenkintown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12158862266

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 259.8

Clearfield, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 92.8

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 92.8

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

+18885577099

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 92.8

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 92.8

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

+18885577099

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 148.5

Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

SWTCH Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 111.3

Drums, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18447982438

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 111.3

Mountain Top, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Ambler Arboretum of Temple University

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 18.6

Ambler, Pennsylvania

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+12674688000

Visit website

Fischer's Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 37.1

Harleysville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–8:30 pm

+12153687602

Visit website

Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 18.6

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12152475777

Visit website

Kohler Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 18.6

Ambler, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12156433131

Harold F. Pitcairn Wings of Freedom Aviation Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 18.6

Horsham, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10:30 am–3 pm

+12156722277

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 98.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
1.6 mi into trip | ~3m in | Street Road

Turn right onto Street Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
7
6.2 mi into trip | ~10m in

Take the exit toward I 276, PATP

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward I 276, PATP
8
6.8 mi into trip | ~12m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown
7
24.1 mi into trip | ~31m in

Take the exit toward I 476: Chester, Allentown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 476: Chester, Allentown
6
98.7 mi into trip | ~1h 52m in

Take the exit toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 95 Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$43.07 one way

$86.14 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 91 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $47.17 $94.35
premium $4.93 $50.38 $100.77
diesel $5.61 $57.36 $114.72

Estimated Tolls: $11.87

Pennsylvania Turnpike (91.2 mi) $11.87

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$43

Tolls

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$80–$105

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 90.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 77.9 0 $27.28 $12.47
Efficient EV 65 0 $22.73 $10.39
EV Truck/SUV 103.9 1 $36.37 $16.63

Gas CO2

91 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Croydon, PA

Late night in Croydon on Sunday

Local time

3:50 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Clearfield, PA

Late night in Clearfield on Sunday

Local time

3:50 AM

EDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

24 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 51m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Valley Forge National Historical Park

Valley Forge National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 26.9
View on nps.gov
Independence National Historical Park

Independence National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of I...

13 mi from route ~34 min detour $1 near mile 17.9
View on nps.gov
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

National Memorial

Visit the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. See the...

14 mi from route ~34 min detour Free near mile 17.9
View on nps.gov
First State National Historical Park

First State National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...

26 mi from route ~66 min detour Free near mile 26.9
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

The road conditions on this route are described as a 'Mixed drive,' with 35% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of uninterrupted driving, with the longest segment spanning 156.6 miles on the Keystone Shortway. This suggests a substantial portion of the drive will be on high-speed, limited-access roads. While the exact nature of the 'mixed' aspect isn't detailed, expect periods of faster travel interspersed with potentially different road types as you progress toward Clearfield.

35% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 156.6 mi on Keystone Shortway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near Street Road.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 259.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (Street Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Croydon, PA and Clearfield, PA, road signs point toward Allentown and Mount Pocono.

Allentown

24.1 mi in | ~31m

Mount Pocono

98.7 mi in | ~1h 52m

About the Cities

Arriving in Clearfield, PA

Full guide →

Clearfield is a borough in Clearfield County Pennsylvania. It is the county seat of Clearfield County, a part of the Pennsylvania Wilds. The community is known for its abundance of wildlife and outdoor activities, such as hiking, bicycling, hunting, fishing and canoeing.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 51m. Total distance: 259.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 156.6 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $11.87 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Clearfield, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (Street Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Clearfield, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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