Origin
Croydon, PA
Late night in Croydon on Sunday
Local time
3:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Croydon, PA to Rome, 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 2m
Distance
185.6 mi
299 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 49m
★
6 AM
4h 3m
8 AM
4h 29m
10 AM
4h 12m
12 PM
4h 9m
3 PM
4h 13m
5 PM
4h 27m
8 PM
3h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rome, PA
C1 Superstar
Trip Overview
Croydon, PA to Rome, PA is 185.6 miles and takes about 4h 2m via Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Grand Army of the Republic Highway, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. Expect a highway-focused experience for most of the journey, making it a straightforward, efficient trip. With just one recommended stop and a drive time under five hours, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion.
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
92.8 miles from Croydon, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 84.9 mi | 1h 31m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 21 mi | 30m |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 17.1 mi | 18m |
| Tunkhannock Highway | 15.8 mi | 25m |
| Roosevelt Highway | 14.6 mi | 21m |
| PA 309 | 9.9 mi | 16m |
| PA 187 | 6.8 mi | 9m |
| Bear Creek Boulevard | 4.3 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 84.9 mi, about 1h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Croydon, PA and Rome, 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
85 mi
·
1 hr 31 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 105
Toward PA 115: Wilkes-Barre, Bear Creek
12
Turn left onto PA 115
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Bear Creek Boulevard
13
Continue on PA 309
9.8 mi
·
16 min
·
PA 309
14
Take the exit onto PA 309
509 ft
·
12 sec
·
PA 309
15
Merge onto PA 309
16 mi
·
24 min
·
Tunkhannock Highway
16
Continue on PA 29
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Hunter Highway
17
Continue on PA 29
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
Tunkhannock Highway
18
Turn left onto US 6
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the left lane.
19
Merge onto US 6
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Roosevelt Highway
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on US 6
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Street
21
Continue on US 6
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
River Street
22
Continue on US 6
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Roosevelt Highway
23
Continue on US 6
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on US 6
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
25
Continue on US 6
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
26
Turn sharp right onto PA 187
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
PA 187
Use the straight / right lanes.
27
Arrive at destination
PA 187
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 4h 2m drive time, departing from Croydon, PA in the morning allows ample daylight for arrival in Rome, PA. While the drive is efficient, consider a brief stop around the halfway point, especially since the longest stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is nearly 85 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; with a projected cost of $31, it's wise to top off before embarking on the longer highway segments. Flexibility is key for this single-day trip, so you can adjust your departure time as needed.
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 92.8 miles from Croydon, PA, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.9 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 41 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.8 miles or 1h 46m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rome, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 185.6 miles and 4h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 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 84.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.8 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 Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 84.9 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 178.8 — 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
7
178.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 52m in
|
PA 187
Turn sharp right onto PA 187
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.77 one way
$61.54 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $33.70 | $67.40 |
| premium | $4.93 | $35.99 | $71.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.98 | $81.96 |
Estimated Tolls: $13.25
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(101.9 mi)
$13.25
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
$31
Tolls
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.7 | 0 | $19.49 | $8.91 |
| Efficient EV | 46.4 | 0 | $16.24 | $7.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.2 | 0 | $25.98 | $11.88 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Destination
Rome, PA
Late night in Rome on Sunday
Local time
3:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°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
8 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 2m 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
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 25.6
View on nps.gov
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
~33 min detour
$1
near mile 19.2
View on nps.gov
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...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 19.2
View on nps.gov
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...
25 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 25.6
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 64% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for a significant, uninterrupted stretch of 84.9 miles, offering a consistent pace. The Grand Army of the Republic Highway also plays a role, providing a mix of road types as you progress. Overall, anticipate a driving experience that prioritizes getting you to your destination efficiently, rather than one filled with frequent scenic detours or challenging local roads.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 84.9 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Grand Army of the Republic Highway. 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
9/10
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 16 significant decision points across 185.6 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.
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 Rome, PA, road signs point toward Allentown and Bear Creek.
Allentown
24.1 mi in
|
~31m
Bear Creek
109.4 mi in
|
~2h 3m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 2m. Total distance: 185.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 84.9 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $13.25 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 Rome, 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 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Rome, 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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