Croydon, PA to Middleburg, PA is 161.2 miles and takes about 3h 22m via Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and William Penn Highway, with a fuel budget near $27 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route takes you from the Northeast region of Pennsylvania to another part of the Northeast, staying within the same state. The drive offers a mixed experience, primarily using major highways but also incorporating stretches of more traditional roadways. It's a manageable distance for a single day of travel, making it a convenient option for a quick getaway or transit.
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
80.6 miles from Croydon, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 37m into the drive
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Exit 56Toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, HarrisburgUse the slight right lane.
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Merge onto US 22
1.1 mi·1 min·Lehigh Valley Thruway
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Merge onto I 78; US 22
22 mi·26 min·William Penn Highway
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 29Toward PA 61 North: PottsvilleUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 29Toward PA 61 North: Pottsville
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Merge onto PA 61
2.4 mi·3 min·Pottsville Pike
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on PA 61
11 mi·12 min·Centre Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on PA 61
3.0 mi·3 min·Route 61 South
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Continue on PA 61
0.3 mi·18 sec·Pottsville Boulevard
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Continue on PA 61
0.2 mi·20 sec·South Claude A. Lord Boulevard
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Turn left onto US 209
0.1 mi·10 sec·Mauch Chunk Street
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At end of road, turn right onto US 209
0.4 mi·38 sec·South Centre Street
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Turn left onto US 209
2.3 mi·4 min·West Market Street
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Continue on US 209; PA 901
1.8 mi·2 min·Pottsville Minersville Highway
Use the straight lane.
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At end of road, turn left onto PA 901
0.8 mi·1 min·East Sunbury Street
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Continue on PA 901
9.4 mi·11 min·Sunbury Road
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Continue on PA 901
2.2 mi·2 min·Fairgrounds Road
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Continue on PA 901
0.3 mi·43 sec·Locust Gap Highway
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Continue on PA 54; PA 901
11 mi·13 min·Locust Gap Highway
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Continue on PA 54
1.5 mi·1 min·South Market Street
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Turn left onto PA 487
2.3 mi·3 min·West Valley Avenue
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Turn right onto PA 61
11 mi·13 min·PA 61
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At end of road, turn left onto PA 61
0.7 mi·49 sec·South Front Street
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Turn slight left onto PA 61
0.7 mi·1 min·PA 61
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Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward US 11 South, US 15 South: Selinsgrove, Harrisburg
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Merge onto US 11; US 15
2.8 mi·5 min·North Susquehanna Trail
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on US 522
0.4 mi·48 sec·US 522
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on US 522
10 mi·12 min·US 522
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Turn left
22 ft·2 sec
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Turn left onto Church Street
289 ft·12 sec·Church Street
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Continue on Edmond Avenue
0.1 mi·29 sec·Edmond Avenue
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Arrive at destination
Edmond Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 22m estimated duration, leaving in the morning allows ample time to reach Middleburg comfortably within daylight hours. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing yourself; consider a brief break around the halfway point or when you feel ready. The fuel cost is estimated at $27, so ensure your tank is sufficiently full before departing Croydon, especially before longer highway stretches. A specific tip for this route: be aware that the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is a toll road, so factor in potential toll costs beyond the fuel budget.
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 80.6 miles from Croydon, PA, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.7 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 35 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.6 miles or 1h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Middleburg, 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 161.2 miles and 3h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 36.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 25
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.2 and 85.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
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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
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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
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61.2 mi into trip|~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 56
Toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisbu...
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85.1 mi into trip|~1h 42m in
Take the exit toward PA 61 North: Pottsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 29
Toward PA 61 North: Pottsville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.72 one way
$53.45 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg56 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$29.27
$58.54
premium
$4.93
$31.26
$62.53
diesel
$5.61
$35.59
$71.18
Estimated Tolls: $7.81
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(53.8 mi)$6.99
Centre Turnpike
(10.6 mi)$0.74
Lehigh Valley Thruway
(1.1 mi)$0.08
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
$27
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
48.4
0
$16.93
$7.74
Efficient EV
40.3
0
$14.10
$6.45
EV Truck/SUV
64.5
0
$22.57
$10.32
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (66% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Croydon, PA
Morning
in Croydon on Tuesday
Local time
6:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Partly Cloudy
SW 0 to 5 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 19 at 9:13PM EDT until April 21 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 19 at 9:13PM EDT until April 20 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Destination
Middleburg, PA
Morning
in Middleburg on Tuesday
Local time
6:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers
W 6 mph28% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 19 at 9:13PM EDT until April 21 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 19 at 9:13PM EDT until April 20 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
59°F
Shenandoah, PA
81 mi in
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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 22m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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 27.8
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...
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...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 22.2
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...
21 mi from route
~52 min detour
Free
near mile 105.6
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 22.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This journey features a significant portion on highways, with 56% of the drive taking place on major roads like the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. You'll encounter stretches that are built for speed and efficiency, including one uninterrupted segment of 36.7 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The profile is described as a 'Mixed drive,' suggesting a blend of faster highway travel with potential shifts to more local or scenic roads as you progress toward Middleburg. Expect a dynamic driving experience that balances direct travel with moments of varied scenery and road conditions.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
42 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.7 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
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 6.2 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 25 significant decision points across 161.2 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 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; at 24.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Middleburg, PA, road signs point toward Allentown and Harrisburg.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 22m. Total distance: 161.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.7 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.81 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 Middleburg, 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 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; at 24.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 (5 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Middleburg, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.
