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Trip from Croydon, PA to Oakland, PA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 26, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 46m

Distance

247 mi

397 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$40

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 33m ★
6 AM
4h 47m
8 AM
5h 14m
10 AM
4h 56m
12 PM
4h 54m
3 PM
4h 58m
5 PM
5h 13m
8 PM
4h 39m

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

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Downtown Oakland, PA, PA

Oakland, PA

Robert So

Trip Overview

Embark on a roughly 247-mile journey from Croydon, Pennsylvania, to Oakland, Pennsylvania, a drive that will take approximately 4 hours and 46 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. You'll primarily be traveling on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, with a small portion on Clear Shade Drive and Eichler Road. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $41, making it a budget-friendly option. This route is focused on efficient travel, providing a straightforward path through the Northeast region of Pennsylvania.

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

123.5 miles from Croydon, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 206.1 mi 3h 43m
Clear Shade Drive 10.5 mi 14m
Eichler Road 10.5 mi 15m
Street Road 4.2 mi 7m
Quaker Valley Road 3.8 mi 5m
Scalp Avenue 3.8 mi 6m
I 99 2.4 mi 2m
State Road 1.6 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 206.1 mi, about 3h 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Croydon, PA and Oakland, 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

206 mi · 3 hr 43 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 46 sec
Toward Altoona, Johnstown Use the slight right lane.
9

Turn left onto US 220 BUS

0.3 mi · 42 sec · Business 220
10

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Toward I 99, US 220: Cumberland, Altoona
11

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
12

Merge onto I 99; US 220

2.4 mi · 2 min · I 99; US 220
13

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Toward PA 56: Johnstown, Cessna
14

Turn straight onto PA 56

3.8 mi · 5 min · Quaker Valley Road
15

Continue on PA 56

10 mi · 15 min · Eichler Road
16

Continue on PA 56

11 mi · 14 min · Clear Shade Drive
17

Continue on PA 56

3.7 mi · 6 min · Scalp Avenue
18

Enter roundabout onto Scalp Avenue

146 ft · 2 sec · Scalp Avenue
19

Continue on Scalp Avenue

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Scalp Avenue
20

Continue on Bedford Street

1.1 mi · 1 min · Bedford Street
21

Turn right onto Ferg Street

0.3 mi · 58 sec · Ferg Street
22

Arrive at destination

Ferg Street

Trip Plan

Consider starting your drive from Croydon early in the day to maximize daylight and minimize traffic. With a duration under five hours, this route works well as a single-day trip, but if you prefer a more relaxed pace, the flexibility allows for a mid-drive stop. The longest stretch without a turn is over 200 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before you get too far down that highway. Keep an eye out for the transition from the Pennsylvania Turnpike to Clear Shade Drive and Eichler Road, as this change in road type will signal you're nearing your destination.

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 123.5 miles from Croydon, PA, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 206.1 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 54 miles or 1h 3m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 123.5 miles or 2h 18m 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 44m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oakland, 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 247 miles and 4h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 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 for about 206.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

borough in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Chambersburg, PA

124 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

Honey Brook, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bridgeport, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 123.5 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 206.1 miles.

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 213.9 — 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
213.1 mi into trip | ~3h 55m in

Take the exit toward Altoona, Johnstown

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 Altoona, Johnstown
7
213.9 mi into trip | ~3h 57m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$39.73 one way

$79.47 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 86 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.60 $44.72 $89.45
premium $4.95 $48.17 $96.35
diesel $5.98 $58.15 $116.30

Estimated Tolls: $26.80

Pennsylvania Turnpike (206.1 mi) $26.80

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

$40

Tolls

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$92–$117

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 86.4 kg one way.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 74.1 0 $25.93 $11.86
Efficient EV 61.8 0 $21.61 $9.88
EV Truck/SUV 98.8 1 $34.58 $15.81

Gas CO2

86 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (66% 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 16, 2026

Origin

Croydon, PA

Afternoon in Croydon on Sunday

Local time

3:41 PM

EDT

Current temp

93°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 5 to 15 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 3:08PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Destination

Oakland, PA

Afternoon in Oakland on Sunday

Local time

3:41 PM

EDT

Current temp

35°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

58 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

4h 46m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 84% of the route utilizing major roadways. Expect long stretches of consistent travel, including one uninterrupted segment of 206.1 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. While the majority of your time will be spent on this major highway, you'll experience a shift as you transition to local roads like Clear Shade Drive and Eichler Road closer to Oakland. This transition offers a change of pace from the high-speed highway sections, providing a more varied driving experience.

84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 206.1 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Clear Shade Drive. 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 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 247 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 Oakland, PA, road signs point toward Altoona, Johnstown and Cessna.

Altoona

213.1 mi in | ~3h 55m

Johnstown

213.1 mi in | ~3h 55m

Cessna

216.6 mi in | ~4h

About the Cities

Starting in Croydon, PA

Full guide →

Arriving in Oakland, PA

Full guide →

Oakland is a port city in the Bay Area of California in the United States. Once an industrial area overshadowed by San Francisco, its larger neighbor to the west, this city of 440,000 people (2020) has begun to step out from under San Francisco's shadow with its notable natural and architectural features and its rise as the multicultural "hipster" city of the Bay Area.

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 46m. Total distance: 247 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 206.1 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $26.80 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 Oakland, 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.

Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Oakland, 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. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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