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Trip from Croydon, PA to Shiloh, PA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 27m

Distance

117.8 mi

190 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min
4 AM
2h 17m ★
6 AM
2h 27m
8 AM
2h 47m
10 AM
2h 34m
12 PM
2h 32m
3 PM
2h 35m
5 PM
2h 46m
8 PM
2h 21m

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

Downtown Shiloh, PA, PA

Shiloh, PA

K6

Trip Overview

This 117.8-mile drive from Croydon, PA, to Shiloh, PA, is a straightforward journey that can comfortably be completed in about 2 hours and 27 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 30, and US 222, this route is a solid option for a single-day trip, so an overnight stay isn't necessary. With an estimated fuel cost of $20, it's an economical option for exploring within Pennsylvania. The overall feel is a practical, highway-focused drive, making it an efficient way to travel between these two Northeast locations.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

58.9 miles from Croydon, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 64.5 mi 1h 9m
US 30 26 mi 38m
US 222 16.8 mi 20m
Street Road 4.2 mi 7m
Carlisle Road 1.6 mi 2m
State Road 1.6 mi 3m
Colonel Howard Boulevard 0.8 mi 1m
Lincoln Highway 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 64.5 mi, about 1h 9m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

65 mi · 1 hr 9 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward US 222: Reading, Lancaster Use the slight right lane.
9

Continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard

0.6 mi · 1 min · Colonel Howard Boulevard
10

Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Colonel Howard Boulevard
11

Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard

0.1 mi · 26 sec · Colonel Howard Boulevard
12

Turn left

0.2 mi · 25 sec
13

Merge onto US 222

15 mi · 17 min · US 222
14

Keep slight right at fork onto US 222

1.7 mi · 2 min · US 222
Toward US 30 West
15

Keep slight right at fork onto US 30

26 mi · 38 min · US 30
Toward US 30 West: York
16

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Toward PA 74
17

Turn right onto PA 74

1.6 mi · 2 min · Carlisle Road
Use the right lane.
18

Arrive at destination

PA 74

Trip Plan

Given the manageable 2-hour and 27-minute duration, you can easily tackle this 117.8-mile trip in a single day. Leaving in the morning, perhaps before peak traffic, is a good strategy to maximize your time. While there are no designated stops mentioned, the longest stretch without a significant change in road type is over 64 miles, so plan for a brief break if needed. With a fuel cost estimated at $20, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always wise, especially when navigating the Pennsylvania Turnpike, as services can be spaced out.

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 58.9 miles from Croydon, PA, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.5 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 26 miles or 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 58.9 miles or 1h 8m 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 55m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Shiloh, 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 117.8 miles and 2h 27m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Croydon, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 64.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

township in northeastern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

Mid-route town

Meal stop

East Earl, PA

59 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

Norristown, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Warwick, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 58.9 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 64.5 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 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 71.5 — 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.
5
5.9 mi into trip | ~10m in | US 1 / Lincoln Highway

Merge onto US 1 / Lincoln Highway toward US 1 North: Morrisville

Merge point - match speed before joining

Toward US 1 North: Morrisville
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
71.5 mi into trip | ~1h 22m in

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 222: Reading, Lancaster

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.53 one way

$39.06 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 41 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $21.39 $42.78
premium $4.93 $22.85 $45.69
diesel $5.61 $26.01 $52.02

Estimated Tolls: $8.39

Pennsylvania Turnpike (64.5 mi) $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

$53–$78

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 41.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 35.3 0 $12.37 $5.65
Efficient EV 29.5 0 $10.31 $4.71
EV Truck/SUV 47.1 0 $16.49 $7.54

Gas CO2

41 kg

EV CO2

14 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

Late night in Croydon on Tuesday

Local time

5:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Shiloh, PA

Late night in Shiloh on Tuesday

Local time

5:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

63°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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

2h 27m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 117.8-mile route, with 91% of the drive taking place on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 64.5 miles along the Pennsylvania Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. While the majority of the journey is on high-speed roads, be aware that transitions between these main arteries like US 30 and US 222 will introduce slight variations in the driving environment. It's a drive that prioritizes efficient travel over winding scenic byways.

91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 64.5 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

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.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 15 significant decision points across 117.8 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 5.9 miles (US 1 / Lincoln Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 6.2 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 Shiloh, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Allentown and Lancaster.

Patp

6.2 mi in | ~10m

Allentown

6.8 mi in | ~12m

Lancaster

71.5 mi in | ~1h 22m

About the Cities

Starting in Croydon, PA

Full guide →

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 2h 27m. Total distance: 117.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 64.5 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $8.39 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.

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 Shiloh, 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. 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 5.9 miles (US 1 / Lincoln Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 6.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Shiloh, PA before heading back.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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