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Trip from McSherrystown, 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

3h 1m

Distance

138.6 mi

223 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 50m ★
6 AM
3h 2m
8 AM
3h 24m
10 AM
3h 9m
12 PM
3h 7m
3 PM
3h 11m
5 PM
3h 23m
8 PM
2h 55m

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

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McSherrystown, PA

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Trip Overview

This 134.3-mile drive from McSherrystown, PA, to Croydon, PA, will take you approximately 2 hours and 37 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $22, this route is easily manageable as a single-day trip. You'll be navigating primarily on local roads like West Elm Avenue, High Street, and West Eisenhower Drive, with no highway driving involved. The journey is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a more engaging, community-focused experience rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. Given its manageable length and turn-heavy profile, it's best suited for those who enjoy a more involved driving experience through Pennsylvania's landscapes.

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

69.3 miles from McSherrystown, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 65 mi 1h 9m
US 30 28.6 mi 41m
US 222 15.8 mi 19m
Lincoln Highway 8.4 mi 14m
Street Road 4 mi 6m
Carlisle Pike 3.3 mi 4m
I 83 2.2 mi 3m
West Market Street 1.8 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 65 mi, about 1h 9m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on PA 116

96 ft · 3 sec · Main Street
2

Continue on West Elm Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · West Elm Avenue
3

Turn left onto High Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · High Street
4

Turn right onto West Eisenhower Drive

0.2 mi · 39 sec · West Eisenhower Drive
5

Turn left onto PA 94

0.3 mi · 47 sec · Carlisle Street
6

Continue on PA 94

3.3 mi · 4 min · Carlisle Pike
7

Turn right onto US 30

1.8 mi · 2 min · York Road
8

Continue on US 30

0.7 mi · 1 min · West King Street
9

Enter roundabout onto US 30

97 ft · 2 sec · East King Street
10

Continue on US 30

0.2 mi · 29 sec · East King Street
11

Continue on US 30

8.4 mi · 14 min · Lincoln Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
12

Continue on US 30

1.8 mi · 3 min · West Market Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
13

Take the exit onto US 30

5.8 mi · 10 min · US 30
Toward US 30 East: Lancaster Use the straight lane.
14

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Toward I 83 South: Baltimore Use the slight right lane.
15

Merge onto I 83

2.2 mi · 3 min · I 83
16

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 16 sec
Toward PA 462 East
17

Turn right onto South Belmont Street

0.1 mi · 18 sec · South Belmont Street
18

Turn right onto PA 462

0.1 mi · 15 sec · East Market Street
Use the right lane.
19

Turn left onto North Hills Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Hills Road
Use the left lane.
20

Turn right onto US 30

23 mi · 31 min · US 30
21

Take the exit onto US 222

16 mi · 19 min · US 222
Toward US 222 North: Reading
22

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Toward I 76, PATP, PA 272: Denver, PA Turnpike
23

Turn right onto Colonel Howard Boulevard

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Colonel Howard Boulevard
Toward I 76, PATP
24

Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard

0.6 mi · 1 min · Colonel Howard Boulevard
Toward I 76, PATP
25

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
26

Merge onto I 76; PATP

65 mi · 1 hr 9 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 54 sec
Exit 352 Toward PA 132: Street Road Use the slight right lane.
28

Turn left onto PA 132

4.0 mi · 6 min · Street Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
29

At end of road, turn left onto State Road

1.6 mi · 2 min · State Road
Use the left lane.
30

Arrive at destination

State Road

Trip Plan

For this 2 hour and 37 minute drive, starting your trip earlier in the day is advisable to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic, especially as you'll be on local roads for the full 134.3 miles. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of around $22, you have plenty of flexibility to take your time. Pay close attention to your GPS, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile indicates frequent navigation changes. A good tip for this route would be to familiarize yourself with the main roads mentioned – West Elm Avenue, High Street, and West Eisenhower Drive – before you depart to anticipate some of the directional shifts.

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 69.3 miles from McSherrystown, PA, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65 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 30 miles or 50m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 69.3 miles or 1h 42m 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 30m

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 McSherrystown, 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 McSherrystown, PA

This is one driving day of about 138.6 miles and 3h 1m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from McSherrystown, 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 65 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Leacock, PA, PA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Leacock, 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

York, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

East Earl, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 69.3 miles from McSherrystown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65 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.

Top Restaurant

Koi Asian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

East Berlin, Pennsylvania

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 9.9

Hours: 10:30 am–9:30 pm

+17172599072

Visit website

Koi Asian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 9.9

East Berlin, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10:30 am–9:30 pm

+17172599072

Visit website

Rivertowne Restaurant & Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 39.6

Wrightsville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+17172523184

Visit website

Tasty Zaytoon Lebanese Market and Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour Moderately mile 99

Exton, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14848733198

Visit website

China Sun Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 9.9

New Oxford, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+17176247166

Visit website

Hong Kong Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 99

West Chester, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16106962597

Visit website

Bella's Restaurant & Pizzeria

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 118.8

Jenkintown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12158862266

Visit website

Cafe Light

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30 mile 128.7

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12154379790

Visit website

The Escape Game King Of Prussia

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 108.9

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+16106248058

Visit website

iFLY Indoor Skydiving - King of Prussia

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 108.9

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–8:30 pm

+16105954359

Visit website

Heuser Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 108.9

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+16102651071

Visit website

Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 118.8

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12152475777

Visit website

Ambler Arboretum of Temple University

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 118.8

Ambler, Pennsylvania

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+12674688000

Visit website

Northampton Township Municipal Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 128.7

Churchville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12153576800

Visit website

Elmwood Park Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 108.9

Norristown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+16102773825

Visit website

Wharton Esherick Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 99

Malvern, Pennsylvania

+16106445822

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 18.6 and 137 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
18.6 mi into trip | ~32m in | US 30

Take the exit onto US 30 toward US 30 East: Lancaster

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

Use the straight lane. Toward US 30 East: Lancaster
6
24.3 mi into trip | ~42m in

Take the exit toward I 83 South: Baltimore

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 83 South: Baltimore
7
27 mi into trip | ~46m in | PA 462 / East Market Street

Turn right onto PA 462 / East Market Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
7
132.6 mi into trip | ~2h 50m 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
137 mi into trip | ~2h 58m in | State Road

At end of road, turn left onto State Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.98 one way

$45.96 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 49 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $25.17 $50.33
premium $4.93 $26.88 $53.76
diesel $5.61 $30.60 $61.20

Estimated Tolls: $8.45

Pennsylvania Turnpike (65 mi) $8.45

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

$8

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$56–$81

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 48.5 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 41.6 0 $14.55 $6.65
Efficient EV 34.7 0 $12.13 $5.54
EV Truck/SUV 55.4 0 $19.40 $8.87

Gas CO2

48 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 17, 2026

Origin

McSherrystown, PA

Afternoon in McSherrystown on Sunday

Local time

3:19 PM

EDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Croydon, PA

Afternoon in Croydon on Sunday

Local time

3:19 PM

EDT

Current temp

82°F

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

NW 10 to 15 mph 31% chance 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

6 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

3h 1m 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.

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...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Free near mile 101.9
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 115.8
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 ~33 min detour Free near mile 115.8
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...

16 mi from route ~41 min detour Free near mile 92.6
View on nps.gov
Appalachian National Scenic Trail

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...

22 mi from route ~56 min detour Free near mile 60.2
View on nps.gov
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

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...

25 mi from route ~62 min detour Free near mile 9.3
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 'turn-heavy local drive' for the entirety of this 134.3-mile journey, as the highway share is 0%. This means you'll be continuously navigating through towns and local roads, rather than enjoying long stretches of open highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests frequent intersections and changes in direction. This type of driving requires constant attention and can feel more like a series of connected local trips rather than a single, continuous highway passage. You'll likely experience a dynamic route that winds through various communities within Pennsylvania.

81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 65 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 30. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.6 miles in near US 30.

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 138.6 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 18.6 miles (US 30): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 27 miles (PA 462 / East Market Street): 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.

Between McSherrystown, PA and Croydon, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Pa Turnpike.

Patp

66.4 mi in | ~1h 38m

Pa Turnpike

66.4 mi in | ~1h 38m

About the Cities

Starting in McSherrystown, PA

Full guide →

Founded 1765

Arriving 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 3h 1m. Total distance: 138.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 65 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $8.45 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: at 18.6 miles (US 30): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 27 miles (PA 462 / East Market Street): Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.1 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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