Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 33m
Distance
76.2 mi
123 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stony Creek Mills, PA
James Mirakian
This 76.2-mile drive from Croydon, PA to Stony Creek Mills, PA takes about 1 hour and 33 minutes. It's a straightforward trip, primarily on the Pennsylvania Turnpike and Morgantown Expressway, with 84% of the journey on highways. With a fuel cost estimated at $13, this route is easily manageable as a single-day trip without needing to split it overnight. The drive is focused on efficient travel, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. You'll find this journey to be a convenient option for a quick transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.1 miles from Croydon, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 52.6 mi | 56m |
| Morgantown Expressway | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| Street Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| State Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Perkiomen Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Shore Bypass | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Bingaman Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Neversink Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Croydon, PA and Stony Creek Mills, 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 I 176
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto US 422
Take the exit
At end of road, turn left onto East Neversink Road
Turn left onto US 422 BUS
Turn right onto Oley Turnpike Road
Turn left onto South Bingaman Street
Continue on Butter Lane
Turn left onto Heidelberg Avenue
Arrive at destination
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 33 minutes, this trip offers a lot of flexibility for when you depart. Leaving early in the morning can help you avoid any potential traffic, especially on the Pennsylvania Turnpike section. With no specific stops recommended, you can tailor your breaks as needed, perhaps planning a quick stop for fuel or a restroom break along the way. The estimated fuel cost of $13 means you likely won't need to worry about finding gas stations frequently. Keep an eye out for the transition from the Pennsylvania Turnpike to the Morgantown Expressway as your primary navigational points.
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 17 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.1 miles or 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 1h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stony Creek Mills, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Croydon, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Croydon, PA
This is one driving day of about 76.2 miles and 1h 33m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 38.1 miles from Croydon, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 71.3 — 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 I 176, PA 10: Morgantown, Reading
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 US 422 East: Pottstown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$12.63 one way
$25.27 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $13.84 | $27.67 |
| premium | $4.93 | $14.78 | $29.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.82 | $33.65 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.84
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
$13
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.00 | $3.66 |
| Efficient EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.67 | $3.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.67 | $4.88 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Afternoon in Croydon on Sunday
Local time
12:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
Destination
Afternoon in Stony Creek Mills on Sunday
Local time
12:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°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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Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 84% of the route utilizing major roadways like the Pennsylvania Turnpike and Morgantown Expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a solid 52.6 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, allowing for consistent speed. This means the drive is largely about making good time, rather than winding through small towns or scenic backroads. The character of the road is consistent for much of the journey, providing a predictable driving experience.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Morgantown Expressway. 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.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76.2 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 Stony Creek Mills, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Allentown and Reading.
Patp
Allentown
Reading
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 33m. Total distance: 76.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). 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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