Origin
Huntingdon, PA
Late night in Huntingdon on Sunday
Local time
4:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Huntingdon, 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
4h 11m
Distance
206.1 mi
332 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 59m
★
6 AM
4h 12m
8 AM
4h 38m
10 AM
4h 21m
12 PM
4h 18m
3 PM
4h 22m
5 PM
4h 37m
8 PM
4h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Huntingdon, PA
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Trip Overview
Spanning 206.1 miles across Pennsylvania, this trip connects Huntingdon to Croydon in approximately 4 hours and 11 minutes. It functions perfectly as a single-day journey, allowing you to depart in the morning and arrive by the afternoon without needing an overnight stay. You should budget roughly $34 for fuel to complete the transit. As you navigate from the central region toward the northeast corner of the state, you will transition from local thoroughfares onto major transit arteries. This route is straightforward and efficient, making it a reliable choice for travelers who prioritize consistency and clear navigation over secondary road exploration.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
103.1 miles from Huntingdon, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 17m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 150.1 mi | 2h 40m |
| Croghan Pike | 15.7 mi | 23m |
| William Penn Highway | 10.7 mi | 15m |
| Spring Run Road | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| Street Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| Timmons Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Forge Hill Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| Neelyton Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 150.1 mi, about 2h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntingdon, PA and Croydon, PA.
1
Start on 4th Street
173 ft
·
12 sec
·
4th Street
2
Turn left onto PA 26
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Penn Street
Use the right lane.
3
Merge onto US 22
11 mi
·
15 min
·
William Penn Highway
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn right onto US 522
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Croghan Pike
5
Continue on US 522
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
South Ridgley Street
6
Continue on US 522
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Ridgely Street
7
Continue on US 522
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Croghan Pike
8
Continue on US 522
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Main Street
9
Turn left onto PA 641
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Neelyton Road
10
Continue on PA 641
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Neelytown Road
11
Continue on PA 641
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Spring Run Road
12
Turn right onto PA 641
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Timmons Road
13
Continue on PA 641
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Forge Hill Road
14
Continue on PA 641; PA 997
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Newburg Road
15
Turn left onto PA 997
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Cumberland Highway
16
Continue on PA 997
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Trout Run
17
Continue on PA 997
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Cumberland Highway
18
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
20
Merge onto I 76; PATP
150 mi
·
2 hr 40 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 352
Toward PA 132: Street Road
Use the slight right lane.
22
Turn left onto PA 132
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Street Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
23
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Road
Use the left lane.
24
Arrive at destination
State Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 4-hour drive, try to depart early in the morning to avoid the heaviest congestion on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. You only need to plan for one major stop to refuel and stretch your legs, which keeps your momentum high throughout the day. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $34 estimate assumes a steady pace on the highway. Because the majority of your travel occurs on major interstates, check local traffic reports before you leave Huntingdon to ensure there are no unexpected delays on the Turnpike. Flexibility is your friend here, so use that single planned stop to break up the long 150.1-mile highway segment whenever you feel your focus starting to wane.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 103.1 miles from Huntingdon, PA, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 150.1 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 45 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.1 miles or 2h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Croydon, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Huntingdon, 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 Huntingdon, PA
This is one driving day of about 206.1 miles and 4h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Huntingdon, 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 for about 150.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 103.1 miles from Huntingdon, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 150.1 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 204.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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PA 26 / Penn Street
Turn left onto PA 26 / Penn Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 22 / William Penn Highway
Merge onto US 22 / William Penn Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
49.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
7
200.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 1m 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
204.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 8m in
|
State Road
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.17 one way
$68.34 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $37.42 | $74.85 |
| premium | $4.93 | $39.97 | $79.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.50 | $91.01 |
Estimated Tolls: $19.51
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(150.1 mi)
$19.51
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
$34
Tolls
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$79–$104
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.8 | 0 | $21.64 | $9.89 |
| Efficient EV | 51.5 | 0 | $18.03 | $8.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.4 | 1 | $28.85 | $13.19 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Destination
Croydon, PA
Late night in Croydon on Sunday
Local time
4:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Middlesex, PA
103 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
20 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
4h 11m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
National Monument
More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...
2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 71.1
View on nps.gov
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...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 170.6
View on nps.gov
Appalachian National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 113.7
View on nps.gov
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
~32 min detour
$1
near mile 184.8
View on nps.gov
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
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 184.8
View on nps.gov
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...
16 mi from route
~41 min detour
Free
near mile 163.5
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 highway-focused experience, as 73% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on high-speed transit. You will begin by navigating local stretches like Croghan Pike and William Penn Highway before merging onto the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Once you transition to the Turnpike, settle in for a long, uninterrupted 150.1-mile stretch that defines the core of your trip. The drive shifts from the character of smaller, local roads to the predictable, fast-paced environment of the interstate system. While the first portion of the trip requires more active steering, the latter half settles into a steady, efficient rhythm.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 150.1 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Croghan Pike. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near PA 26 / Penn Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 206.1 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: near the start (PA 26 / Penn Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (US 22 / William Penn Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 11m. Total distance: 206.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 150.1 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $19.51 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 Croydon, 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: near the start (PA 26 / Penn Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (US 22 / William Penn Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument, Valley Forge National Historical Park and Appalachian National Scenic Trail (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Croydon, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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