Origin
Manor, PA
Morning in Manor on Tuesday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 27m
Distance
293.8 mi
473 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manor, PA
SHOX ART
Manor, PA to Croydon, PA is 293.8 miles and takes about 5h 27m via Pennsylvania Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $49 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, entirely within Pennsylvania. Expect a highly highway-focused drive, making it a straightforward option if you need to cover ground efficiently. Given the relatively short duration and focus on major roads, this route is ideal for a single-day journey, minimizing the need for overnight stays.
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
146.9 miles from Manor, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 43m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 285.1 mi | 5h 10m |
| Street Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| State Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| 1st Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Arona Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Lincoln Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Thompson Lane | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Manor, PA and Croydon, PA.
Start on Race Street
Turn left onto Mill Street
Turn left onto PA 993
Turn right onto PA 993
Turn left onto 1st Street
Turn left onto Pennsylvania Avenue
Turn right onto North Thompson Lane
Turn right onto US 30
Turn left onto Arona Road
Turn right onto Wendel Road
Turn left onto I 76; PATP
Take the exit
Turn left onto PA 132
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
Arrive at destination
To make the most of this 5h 27m drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and minimize traffic. Given the long, uninterrupted stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly, perhaps around the 2-3 hour mark. Having only one recommended stop suggests the main focus is on reaching your destination efficiently. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $49 estimate is based on consistent highway speeds.
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.
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 65 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 146.9 miles or 2h 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Croydon, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Manor, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Manor, PA
This is one driving day of about 293.8 miles and 5h 27m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
147 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 65 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 146.9 miles from Manor, 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 285.1 miles.
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 0.1 and 292.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto PA 993 / Manor Harrison City Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto North Thompson Lane
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 30 / Lincoln Highway
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward PA 132: Street Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$48.71 one way
$97.42 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $53.35 | $106.69 |
| premium | $4.93 | $56.98 | $113.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $64.87 | $129.73 |
Estimated Tolls: $37.06
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
$49
Tolls
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$111–$136
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 102.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 88.1 | 1 | $30.85 | $14.10 |
| Efficient EV | 73.5 | 0 | $25.71 | $11.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 117.5 | 1 | $41.13 | $18.80 |
Gas CO2
103 kg
EV CO2
34 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Manor on Tuesday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Croydon on Tuesday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
62°F
Hilltown, PA
147 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
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
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.
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This is a highway-focused drive, with 97% of the journey on major roads like the Pennsylvania Turnpike. You'll experience long stretches of consistent travel, including an uninterrupted segment of 285.1 miles primarily on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. This means you can settle into a rhythm, with minimal distractions from local traffic or frequent town crossings. The route is designed for efficiency, prioritizing speed and directness over varied scenery.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Street Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near PA 993 / Manor Harrison City Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 27m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (PA 993 / Manor Harrison City Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (North Thompson Lane): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (US 30 / Lincoln Highway): Navigation decision point.
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Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 27m. Total distance: 293.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
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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