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Trip from East Earl, PA to Croydon, PA

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

Drive Time

1h 27m

Distance

69.3 mi

112 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min
4 AM
1h 20m ★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m

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

township in northeastern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

East Earl, PA

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Trip Overview

Traveling from East Earl to Croydon covers 69.3 miles across Pennsylvania, making for a straightforward journey that typically takes 1 hour and 17 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Division Highway, Springville Road, and Main Street. With a fuel cost estimate of $11, it is a budget-friendly excursion within the Northeast region. This route is ideal if you are looking for a direct connection between these two Pennsylvania communities without the complexity of a multi-day itinerary.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 53.1 mi 56m
Main Street 7.8 mi 14m
Street Road 4 mi 6m
State Road 1.6 mi 2m
Morgantown Road 0.9 mi 1m
Springville Road 0.6 mi 1m
East Earl Road 0.3 mi <1m
Division Highway <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 53.1 mi, about 56m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between East Earl, PA and Croydon, PA.

1

Start on East Earl Road

0.3 mi · 29 sec · East Earl Road
2

At end of road, turn right onto US 322

391 ft · 14 sec · Division Highway
3

Turn left onto PA 897

0.6 mi · 1 min · Springville Road
4

At end of road, turn right onto PA 23

7.8 mi · 14 min · Main Street
Use the straight lane.
5

Turn left onto PA 10

0.9 mi · 1 min · Morgantown Road
Use the left lane.
6

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Toward I 76, PATP Use the right lane.
7

Merge onto I 176

326 ft · 4 sec · Morgantown Expressway
8

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Toward I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Merge onto I 76; PATP

53 mi · 56 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 54 sec
Exit 352 Toward PA 132: Street Road Use the slight right lane.
11

Turn left onto PA 132

4.0 mi · 6 min · Street Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
12

At end of road, turn left onto State Road

1.6 mi · 2 min · State Road
Use the left lane.
13

Arrive at destination

State Road

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Frazer, PA, PA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Frazer, PA

35 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

Warwick, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Green Tree, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 34.7 miles from East Earl, 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.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 67.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 322 / Division Highway

At end of road, turn right onto US 322 / Division Highway

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

6
0.9 mi into trip | ~1m in | PA 23 / Main Street

At end of road, turn right onto PA 23 / Main Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
7
9.9 mi into trip | ~18m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
7
63.4 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in

Take the exit toward PA 132: Street Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 352 Toward PA 132: Street Road
7
67.8 mi into trip | ~1h 24m in | State Road

At end of road, turn left onto State Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.49 one way

$22.98 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $12.58 $25.17
premium $4.93 $13.44 $26.88
diesel $5.61 $15.30 $30.60

Estimated Tolls: $6.90

Pennsylvania Turnpike (53.1 mi) $6.90

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$11

Tolls

$7

Total

$18

Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 20.8 0 $7.28 $3.33
Efficient EV 17.3 0 $6.06 $2.77
EV Truck/SUV 27.7 0 $9.70 $4.44

Gas CO2

24 kg

EV CO2

8 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 18, 2026

Origin

East Earl, PA

Morning in East Earl on Sunday

Local time

7:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Croydon, PA

Morning in Croydon on Sunday

Local time

7:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Partly Sunny

E 5 to 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

46°F

Frazer, PA

35 mi in

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

22 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

1h 27m on the road

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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will spend the entire 69.3 miles navigating local roads. There is no long-distance highway cruising here, as the longest stretch on Division Highway is 0 miles. You should anticipate frequent adjustments and a slower pace as you transition between the various local roadways. This drive is best suited for those who prefer navigating town streets and secondary roads over high-speed transit.

77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.1 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Main Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 322 / Division Highway.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.3 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.3 miles (US 322 / Division Highway): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.9 miles (PA 23 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

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 East Earl, PA to Croydon, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.

Patp

9.6 mi in | ~18m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 69.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 53.1 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $6.90 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 Croydon, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 322 / Division Highway): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.9 miles (PA 23 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (5 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Croydon, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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