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Trip from Croydon, PA to Youngsville, PA

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

Drive Time

7h 4m

Distance

345.2 mi

556 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$57

one way

EV Charging

Fair

2 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
6h 53m ★
6 AM
7h 4m
8 AM
7h 26m
10 AM
7h 12m
12 PM
7h 10m
3 PM
7h 13m
5 PM
7h 25m
8 PM
6h 57m

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

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Downtown Youngsville, PA, PA

Youngsville, PA

Jack Pace

Trip Overview

This 345.2-mile drive from Croydon to Youngsville, Pennsylvania, is a solid one-day trip, estimated to take around 7 hours and 4 minutes. You'll mainly travel on the Keystone Shortway, Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, and the Pennsylvania Turnpike. With a fuel cost estimated at $57, this route offers a mixed driving experience through the heart of Pennsylvania. While you'll have about 2 recommended stops, the longest stretch without a break is a considerable 165.5 miles on the Keystone Shortway, so plan accordingly. This journey takes you from the Northeast region of PA to its own Northeast region, traversing varied landscapes.

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

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

172.6 miles from Croydon, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 14m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Keystone Shortway 165.5 mi 3h
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension 74.2 mi 1h 20m
Pennsylvania Turnpike 17.1 mi 18m
US 219 12.3 mi 18m
Montmorenci Road 8.8 mi 13m
PA 948 8.6 mi 12m
Warren Bypass 8.6 mi 12m
State Park Road 7.5 mi 13m
Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 165.5 mi, about 3h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

74 mi · 1 hr 20 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 95 Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 23 sec
13

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
14

Merge onto I 80

166 mi · 3 hr · Keystone Shortway
15

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward PA 153: Clearfield, Penfield
16

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 32 sec
17

Turn straight onto PA 153

7.5 mi · 13 min · State Park Road
18

Continue on PA 153

5.0 mi · 8 min · Hoovertown Road
19

Continue on PA 153

3.7 mi · 6 min · Penfield Road
20

At end of road, turn right onto US 219

12 mi · 18 min · US 219
21

Turn right onto PA 948

1.0 mi · 2 min · Montmorenci Avenue
22

Continue on PA 948

8.8 mi · 13 min · Montmorenci Road
23

Continue on PA 948

5.4 mi · 7 min · Highland Road
24

At end of road, turn left onto PA 66

2.7 mi · 3 min · Kane-Russell City Road
25

Take the exit onto PA 948

8.6 mi · 12 min · PA 948
26

Continue on PA 666

2.3 mi · 4 min · PA 666
27

At end of road, turn left onto US 6

1.2 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
28

Continue on US 6

4.5 mi · 6 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
29

Continue on US 6

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
30

Continue on US 6

2.9 mi · 4 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
31

Continue on US 6

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Main Street
32

Continue on US 6

1.8 mi · 3 min · Crescent Park
Use the straight lane.
33

Continue on US 6

8.6 mi · 12 min · Warren Bypass
Use the straight lane.
34

Continue on US 6

0.7 mi · 1 min · Youngsville Bypass
35

Turn right onto Railroad Street

0.1 mi · 35 sec · Railroad Street
Use the right lane.
36

At end of road, turn left onto East Main Street

0.1 mi · 15 sec · East Main Street
37

Arrive at destination

East Main Street

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 7-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Croydon to maximize daylight and allow ample time for your two planned stops. Given the longest stretch is 165.5 miles, ensure you're fueled up before embarking on that segment. The estimated fuel cost of $57 is helpful for budgeting, but always keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the longer highway portions. Since this is generally a one-day trip, you have flexibility; however, if you prefer a more relaxed pace, breaking it into two days is also an option, allowing for more exploration of the towns you pass through.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 172.6 miles from Croydon, PA, or about 3h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 165.5 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 76 miles or 1h 27m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 172.6 miles or 3h 14m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 30m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Youngsville, 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.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Croydon, PA

This is one driving day of about 345.2 miles and 7h 4m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 76 miles from Croydon, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 165.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Allegany County, New York, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Wellsville, NY

173 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

Vestal, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 76 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bellefonte, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 172.6 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 Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 165.5 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.

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 148

Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 123.3

Drums, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Allegheny National Forest

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 320.6

Marienville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18149275700

Visit website

Elmwood Park Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 24.7

Norristown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+16102773825

Visit website

Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 24.7

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12152475777

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 22

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 98.7 — 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
6
98.7 mi into trip | ~1h 52m in

Take the exit toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 95 Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$57.23 one way

$114.46 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 121 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $62.68 $125.36
premium $4.93 $66.95 $133.89
diesel $5.61 $76.22 $152.43

Estimated Tolls: $11.87

Pennsylvania Turnpike (91.2 mi) $11.87

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

$57

Tolls

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$94–$119

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 120.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 103.6 1 $36.25 $16.57
Efficient EV 86.3 0 $30.21 $13.81
EV Truck/SUV 138.1 1 $48.33 $22.09

Gas CO2

121 kg

EV CO2

40 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

12:43 PM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Youngsville, PA

Afternoon in Youngsville on Sunday

Local time

12:43 PM

EDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

57°F

Wellsville, NY

173 mi in

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

29 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

7h 4m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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

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...

10 mi from route ~24 min detour Free near mile 23.8
View on nps.gov
Independence National Historical Park

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 23.8
View on nps.gov
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

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 ~34 min detour Free near mile 23.8
View on nps.gov
First State National Historical Park

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 ~63 min detour Free near mile 23.8
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a drive that is 33% highway, offering a blend of faster travel and more varied road conditions. The majority of your time will be spent on the Keystone Shortway, where you'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 165.5 miles. This suggests periods of consistent highway cruising, interspersed with segments that might include more local roads or changes in speed limits as you transition between major routes. The 'mixed drive' profile indicates you won't be on a monotonous interstate grind for the entire journey, providing a dynamic driving experience.

33% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
37 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 165.5 mi on Keystone Shortway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 22 significant decision points across 345.2 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 Youngsville, PA, road signs point toward Allentown, Mount Pocono and Penfield.

Allentown

24.1 mi in | ~31m

Mount Pocono

98.7 mi in | ~1h 52m

Penfield

265.4 mi in | ~4h 55m

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 7h 4m. Total distance: 345.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 4m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 165.5 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $11.87 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 Youngsville, 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 2 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.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.1 hours each way, a round trip means 14.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Youngsville, PA before the return drive.

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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