Origin
Morrisville, PA
Morning in Morrisville on Sunday
Local time
7:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morrisville, 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
21m
Distance
12.3 mi
20 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morrisville, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Morrisville to Croydon is 12.3 miles and takes about 21 minutes via US 13 and State Road, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Pennsylvania and the Northeast region, offering a straightforward journey. Given its brevity, this trip is ideal for a quick transfer or a segment of a larger travel plan. You'll find the drive is mostly on major roadways, so expect consistent traffic flow. It's a practical option for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 13 | 8.4 mi | 13m |
| State Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| West Trenton Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Pine Grove Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Hamilton Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| New Rodgers Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Veterans Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 13
— 8.4 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morrisville, PA and Croydon, PA.
1
Start on Hamilton Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Hamilton Boulevard
2
Turn left onto West Trenton Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Trenton Avenue
3
Turn left onto Pine Grove Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pine Grove Road
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on US 13
8.4 mi
·
13 min
·
US 13
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
Toward PA 413 South: Bristol, Burlington Bristol Bridge, PA-413 South
6
Merge onto PA 413
370 ft
·
11 sec
·
Veterans Highway
7
Continue on PA 413
264 ft
·
6 sec
·
New Rodgers Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
332 ft
·
9 sec
Toward PA-413 South, to Burlington-Bristol Bridge
9
Merge onto PA 413
282 ft
·
3 sec
·
New Rodgers Road
10
Turn right onto State Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
State Road
11
Arrive at destination
State Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 10.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West Trenton Avenue
Turn left onto West Trenton Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Pine Grove Road
Turn left onto Pine Grove Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
10.2 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the ramp toward PA 413 South: Bristol, Burlington Bristol Bridge, PA-413 South
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 413 South: Bristol, Burlington Bristo...
4
10.3 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
PA 413 / Veterans Highway
Merge onto PA 413 / Veterans Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
10.4 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward PA-413 South, to Burlington-Bristol Bridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA-413 South, to Burlington-Bristol Brid...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.04 one way
$4.08 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.23 | $4.47 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.39 | $4.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.72 | $5.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.29 | $0.59 |
| Efficient EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.08 | $0.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.72 | $0.79 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Morning in Croydon on Sunday
Local time
7:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
21m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is heavily influenced by highway travel, with 69% of the journey utilizing major roads like US 13. You'll experience a consistent pace for much of the 12.3 miles. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 8.4 miles along US 13, providing a steady driving experience. While primarily highway-focused, you will navigate through local roads such as State Road and West Trenton Avenue, introducing brief periods of varied traffic and speed. Overall, expect a functional drive built for efficiency rather than scenic detours.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.4 mi on US 13.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 13 and State Road. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near West Trenton Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 12.3 miles you will encounter 7 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 0.2 miles (West Trenton Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Pine Grove Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 12.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.4 miles on US 13. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.2 miles (West Trenton Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Pine Grove Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Independence National Historical Park, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial and Valley Forge National Historical Park. 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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