Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
68.9 mi
111 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gap, PA
Haneul Trac
This 68.9-mile drive from Croydon, PA to Gap, PA is a straightforward trip within the Northeast region, easily manageable as a one-day excursion. Expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, with a fuel cost estimated around $11. The route primarily utilizes the Pennsylvania Turnpike and the Lincoln Highway, offering a mixed driving experience. Since there are no recommended stops and the drive is relatively short, you'll have plenty of flexibility to depart at your convenience. This trip is well-suited for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.5 miles from Croydon, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 38.9 mi | 41m |
| Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass | 12.5 mi | 17m |
| Lincoln Highway | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Street Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| West Uwchlan Avenue | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| State Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Pottstown Pike | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Chestnut Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Croydon, PA and Gap, PA.
Start on State Road
Turn right onto Street Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 1
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 276; PATP
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto PA 100
Turn right onto PA 113
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 30; US 322 Alternate Truck; US 30 Business Alternate Truck
Continue on US 30
Turn left onto Chestnut Street
Turn right onto Reservoir Road
Turn right onto Pequea Avenue
Arrive at destination
For this 1-hour and 30-minute drive covering 68.9 miles, flexibility is your best friend. Given the short duration and $11 estimated fuel cost, you can depart from Croydon, PA, anytime that suits your schedule. There are no mandatory stops suggested, so plan your own breaks as needed. Pay attention to the transition from the Pennsylvania Turnpike to the Lincoln Highway, as this is where the driving environment will change most noticeably. Since the longest stretch is 38.9 miles on the Turnpike, ensure you're comfortable with that duration of continuous driving before you begin.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 15 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.5 miles or 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gap, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Croydon, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Croydon, PA
This is one driving day of about 68.9 miles and 1h 30m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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.
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 34.5 miles from Croydon, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 46.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Street Road
Lane positioning matters here
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
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
Take the exit toward PA 100: Downingtown, Pottstown, West Chester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward PA 100 South: Downingtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$11.42 one way
$22.85 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.51 | $25.02 |
| premium | $4.93 | $13.36 | $26.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.21 | $30.42 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.05
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
$11
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.23 | $3.31 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.03 | $2.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.65 | $4.41 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Croydon on Sunday
Local time
3:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Gap on Sunday
Local time
3:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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The character of this 68.9-mile drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 56% of the journey taking place on major roadways like the Pennsylvania Turnpike. You'll experience a 38.9-mile stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, which forms the longest uninterrupted segment of your trip. This means you can anticipate extended periods of faster, more consistent driving. The rest of the route, incorporating the Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass and the Lincoln Highway, will offer a shift in pace, likely involving more local traffic and varied road conditions. Overall, it's a mixed drive that transitions from efficient highway travel to more typical road conditions.
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.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.9 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Croydon, PA and Gap, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Allentown, Pottstown, Chester and Lancaster.
Patp
Allentown
Pottstown
Chester
Lancaster
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 68.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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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