Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 31m
Distance
121.8 mi
196 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Loganville, PA
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Spanning 121.8 miles through Pennsylvania, this route connects Croydon to Loganville in approximately 2 hours and 31 minutes. Since the entire trip takes place within the Northeast region, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to budget around $20 for fuel, making this an affordable excursion for your calendar. The drive utilizes a mix of Street Road, US 1 North, and the Lincoln Highway rather than major interstates. It is a straightforward trip that works well if you have a full day to dedicate to the road.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
60.9 miles from Croydon, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 64.5 mi | 1h 9m |
| US 30 | 21.6 mi | 30m |
| US 222 | 16.8 mi | 20m |
| I 83 | 8.2 mi | 11m |
| Street Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| State Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Colonel Howard Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Croydon, PA and Loganville, 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
Continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard
Turn left
Merge onto US 222
Keep slight right at fork onto US 222
Keep slight right at fork onto US 30
Turn left onto North Hills Road
Turn right onto PA 462
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 83
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto North Street
Turn left onto PA 214
Arrive at destination
Given the local nature of these roads, try to schedule your departure to avoid peak commuter traffic, which can significantly impact your travel time. With only one recommended stop planned, you have the flexibility to pull over whenever you need a quick break or a stretch. Since the total distance is just over 120 miles, you don't need a complex itinerary, but keeping your navigation app handy is wise given the turn-heavy profile. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the initial leg to ensure you have enough to cover the $20 estimate comfortably. A smart tip for this specific drive is to keep your eyes peeled for intersection changes, as the lack of long highway stretches means you will be turning frequently.
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 27 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.9 miles or 1h 10m 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Loganville, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Croydon, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 121.8 miles and 2h 31m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 60.9 miles from Croydon, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.5 miles.
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 111.6 — 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 US 222: Reading, Lancaster
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto North Hills Road
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$20.19 one way
$40.39 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $22.12 | $44.23 |
| premium | $4.93 | $23.62 | $47.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.89 | $53.78 |
Estimated Tolls: $8.39
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
$20
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.5 | 0 | $12.79 | $5.85 |
| Efficient EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.66 | $4.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.7 | 0 | $17.05 | $7.80 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Morning in Croydon on Sunday
Local time
10:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Morning in Loganville on Sunday
Local time
10:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°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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Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Because the route features a 0% highway share, you will spend your time navigating surface roads rather than cruising on high-speed interstates. There is no long-distance, uninterrupted stretch on Street Road, meaning you should anticipate frequent adjustments to your speed and direction. The personality of this drive is defined by its local character, requiring your full attention as you transition between the various segments of the journey. It is a hands-on driving experience that offers a distinct alternative to the monotony of highway travel.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 30. 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.
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 19 significant decision points across 121.8 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.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Croydon, PA and Loganville, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Allentown and Lancaster.
Patp
Allentown
Lancaster
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 31m. Total distance: 121.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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