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Trip from Croydon, PA to Waverly, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 44m

Distance

138.9 mi

223 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 33m ★
6 AM
2h 44m
8 AM
3h 6m
10 AM
2h 52m
12 PM
2h 50m
3 PM
2h 53m
5 PM
3h 5m
8 PM
2h 38m

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

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census-designated place in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, United States

Waverly, PA

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Croydon to Waverly, Pennsylvania, expect a journey covering 138.9 miles. This drive typically takes about 2 hours and 44 minutes, making it a manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate via Street Road, US 1 North, and the Lincoln Highway to complete the transit within the Northeast region. Budgeting approximately $23 for fuel should keep you covered for the entire distance. Since the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, it offers a direct, no-fuss way to move between these two Pennsylvania communities.

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

69.4 miles from Croydon, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension 110.6 mi 2h 4m
Pennsylvania Turnpike 17.1 mi 18m
Street Road 4.2 mi 7m
South Abington Road 3.4 mi 6m
State Road 1.6 mi 3m
Lincoln Highway 0.3 mi <1m
US 6 0.2 mi <1m
Northern Boulevard <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension — 110.6 mi, about 2h 4m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

110 mi · 2 hr 2 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / right lanes.
11

Continue on I 476; PATP

0.8 mi · 1 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Exit 131 Toward I 81, US 6, US 11: Clarks Summit, Scranton
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward US 11, US 6 West: Scranton, Clarks Summit
13

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6

0.2 mi · 30 sec · US 6
Toward US 6 West, US 11 North: Clarks Summit
14

Merge onto US 6; US 11

232 ft · 5 sec · Northern Boulevard
15

Take the exit

296 ft · 8 sec
16

Turn straight onto PA 407

3.4 mi · 6 min · South Abington Road
17

Arrive at destination

PA 407

Trip Plan

Since this is a sub-three-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid local traffic bottlenecks. Planning for at least one stop during the 2-hour and 44-minute journey is a smart way to break up the frequent turns and keep your energy levels up. Keep an eye on your navigation closely, as the reliance on Street Road and the Lincoln Highway means you will encounter numerous turns rather than long, straight stretches. With a fuel budget of $23, you can easily fuel up before you leave Croydon to ensure a stress-free arrival in Waverly. Use the flexibility of this short route to time your departure around peak commuting hours to ensure the smoothest possible experience.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.4 miles from Croydon, PA, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.6 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 31 miles or 39m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 69.4 miles or 1h 22m 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 12m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Waverly, 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 138.9 miles and 2h 44m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 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 110.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

borough in Pennsylvania, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Palmerton, PA

69 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

Lansdale, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Palmerton, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 69.4 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 Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.6 miles.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Bella's Restaurant & Pizzeria

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 19.8

Jenkintown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12158862266

Visit website

Cafe Light

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30 mile 9.9

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12154379790

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 119

Pittston, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15706554116

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 89.3

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

+18885577099

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 89.3

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 89.3

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 79.4

Lehighton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 89.3

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

+18885577099

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 129

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 129

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Ambler Arboretum of Temple University

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 19.8

Ambler, Pennsylvania

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+12674688000

Visit website

Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 19.8

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12152475777

Visit website

Fischer's Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 29.8

Harleysville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–8:30 pm

+12153687602

Visit website

Northampton Township Municipal Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 9.9

Churchville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12153576800

Visit website

Elmwood Park Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 29.8

Norristown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+16102773825

Visit website

Lake Lenape Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 39.7

Sellersville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12152575065

The Sellersville Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 39.7

Sellersville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Closed

+12152575253

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 135.3 — 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
135.3 mi into trip | ~2h 36m in | US 6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward US 6 West, US 11 North: Clarks Summit

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

Toward US 6 West, US 11 North: Clarks Summit

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.03 one way

$46.06 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 49 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $25.22 $50.44
premium $4.93 $26.94 $53.88
diesel $5.61 $30.67 $61.33

Estimated Tolls: $16.60

Pennsylvania Turnpike (127.6 mi) $16.60

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

$23

Tolls

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$65–$90

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 48.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 41.7 0 $14.58 $6.67
Efficient EV 34.7 0 $12.15 $5.56
EV Truck/SUV 55.6 0 $19.45 $8.89

Gas CO2

49 kg

EV CO2

16 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Croydon, PA

Afternoon in Croydon on Sunday

Local time

12:41 PM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Waverly, PA

Afternoon in Waverly on Sunday

Local time

12:41 PM

EDT

Current temp

43°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

4 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

2h 44m 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?

Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous highway cruise, this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will be navigating through local intersections and changing road environments throughout the 138.9-mile trip. The character of the drive is defined by consistent maneuvering rather than high-speed cruising. Because you are not spending time on major interstates, the pace remains steady and practical. You can expect a hands-on driving experience that requires you to stay alert as you transition between the various local thoroughfares.

92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 110.6 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Pennsylvania Turnpike. 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 14 significant decision points across 138.9 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.

On the drive from Croydon, PA to Waverly, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Allentown along the way.

Allentown

24.1 mi in | ~31m

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 44m. Total distance: 138.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 110.6 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $16.60 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 Waverly, 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. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Waverly, 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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