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Trip from Philipsburg, 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 37m

Distance

228.3 mi

367 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$38

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 24m ★
6 AM
4h 38m
8 AM
5h 5m
10 AM
4h 47m
12 PM
4h 44m
3 PM
4h 49m
5 PM
5h 3m
8 PM
4h 30m

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

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Downtown Philipsburg, PA, PA

Philipsburg, PA

Michael Taccetta

Trip Overview

This 228.2-mile drive from Philipsburg, PA to Croydon, PA is best tackled as a single-day trip, taking around 3 hours and 49 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $38, it's an economical journey. The route primarily utilizes local roads like Twenty-Eighth Division Highway, Port Matilda Highway, and Upper Flat Rock Road, indicating a more involved driving experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, offering a consistent regional feel throughout. Given its manageable duration and cost, it's a feasible option for those looking to cover ground without requiring an overnight stop.

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

114.1 miles from Philipsburg, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 104.1 mi 1h 51m
General Potter Highway 75.6 mi 1h 35m
28th Division Highway 8.6 mi 9m
Mount Nittany Expressway 6.2 mi 8m
Port Matilda Highway 5.9 mi 8m
US 322 5.3 mi 7m
Street Road 4 mi 6m
I 99 4 mi 4m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 104.1 mi, about 1h 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on PA 53; Historic US 322

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Presqueisle Street
2

Turn right onto US 322

522 ft · 12 sec · Twenty-Eighth Division Highway
3

Continue on US 322

5.9 mi · 8 min · Port Matilda Highway
4

Turn slight right onto US 322

2.2 mi · 3 min · Upper Flat Rock Road
5

Continue on US 322

1.8 mi · 2 min · Flat Rock Road
6

Continue on US 322

8.6 mi · 9 min · 28th Division Highway
Toward US 322 East: State College
7

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322

4.0 mi · 4 min · I 99; US 220; US 322
Use the straight lane.
8

Keep slight right at fork onto US 322

6.2 mi · 8 min · Mount Nittany Expressway
Exit 73 Toward US 322 East: Penn State University, State College
9

Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck

2.6 mi · 4 min · Boal Avenue
Use the straight lane.
10

Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck

76 mi · 1 hr 35 min · General Potter Highway
11

Take the exit onto US 322

0.2 mi · 20 sec · US 322
Toward I 81 North, US 322 East, I 81 South: Hershey, Hazleton, Carlisle Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork onto US 322

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 322
Toward I 81 North, US 322 East: Hershey, Hazleton
13

Merge onto I 81; US 322

1.8 mi · 2 min · American Legion Memorial Highway
14

Keep slight right at fork onto US 322

4.3 mi · 5 min · US 322
Exit 70 Toward I 83 South, US 322 East: Hershey, York Use the slight right lane.
15

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Exit 46A Toward I 283 South: Harrisburg International Airport Use the slight left lane.
16

Continue on I 283

2.8 mi · 4 min · I 283
17

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
18

Merge onto I 76; PATP

104 mi · 1 hr 51 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 54 sec
Exit 352 Toward PA 132: Street Road Use the slight right lane.
20

Turn left onto PA 132

4.0 mi · 6 min · Street Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
21

At end of road, turn left onto State Road

1.6 mi · 2 min · State Road
Use the left lane.
22

Arrive at destination

State Road

Trip Plan

For this 3-hour and 49-minute drive covering 228.2 miles, departing in the morning will allow you to reach Croydon with plenty of daylight. Since it's a single-day trip and you'll be making frequent turns, plan for one stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as local roads can sometimes have fewer services than major highways. The estimated fuel cost is $38, so budget accordingly. A specific tip for this route: be prepared for the 'turn-heavy' nature by having your navigation set up before you leave Philipsburg to smoothly manage the many directional changes.

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 114.1 miles from Philipsburg, PA, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.1 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 50 miles or 1h 5m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 114.1 miles or 2h 27m 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 49m

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 Philipsburg, 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 Philipsburg, PA

This is one driving day of about 228.3 miles and 4h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Philipsburg, 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 104.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Enola, PA, PA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Enola, PA

114 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

Lewistown, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Harrisburg, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 114.1 miles from Philipsburg, 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 104.1 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.

Bella's Restaurant & Pizzeria

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 211.9

Jenkintown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12158862266

Visit website

The Escape Game King Of Prussia

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 195.6

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+16106248058

Visit website

iFLY Indoor Skydiving - King of Prussia

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 195.6

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–8:30 pm

+16105954359

Visit website

Heuser Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 195.6

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+16102651071

Visit website

Arnold's Family Fun Center

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 195.6

Oaks, Pennsylvania

Hours: 3–9 pm

+16106660600

Visit website

Wharton Esherick Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 195.6

Malvern, Pennsylvania

+16106445822

Visit website

Ambler Arboretum of Temple University

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 211.9

Ambler, Pennsylvania

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+12674688000

Visit website

Harold F. Pitcairn Wings of Freedom Aviation Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 211.9

Horsham, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10:30 am–3 pm

+12156722277

Visit website

Kohler Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 211.9

Ambler, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12156433131

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 23.1 and 222.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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23.1 mi into trip | ~29m in | US 322 / Mount Nittany Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 322 / Mount Nittany Expressway toward US 322 East: Penn State University, State College

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 73 Toward US 322 East: Penn State University, Stat...
7
107.5 mi into trip | ~2h 18m in | US 322

Take the exit onto US 322 toward I 81 North, US 322 East, I 81 South: Hershey, Hazleton, Carlisle

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 81 North, US 322 East, I 81 South: Her...
9
110.3 mi into trip | ~2h 22m in | US 322

Keep slight right at fork onto US 322 toward I 83 South, US 322 East: Hershey, York

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 70 Toward I 83 South, US 322 East: Hershey, York
8
114.6 mi into trip | ~2h 28m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 283 South: Harrisburg International Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Exit 46A Toward I 283 South: Harrisburg International Ai...
7
222.3 mi into trip | ~4h 27m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$37.85 one way

$75.70 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 80 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $41.45 $82.91
premium $4.93 $44.28 $88.55
diesel $5.61 $50.41 $100.81

Estimated Tolls: $13.53

Pennsylvania Turnpike (104.1 mi) $13.53

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

$38

Tolls

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$76–$101

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 79.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 68.5 0 $23.97 $10.96
Efficient EV 57.1 0 $19.98 $9.13
EV Truck/SUV 91.3 1 $31.96 $14.61

Gas CO2

80 kg

EV CO2

27 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Philipsburg, PA

Afternoon in Philipsburg on Sunday

Local time

12:12 PM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Croydon, PA

Afternoon in Croydon on Sunday

Local time

12:12 PM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

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

5 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 37m 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.

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...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Free near mile 196.8
Park Closure: Sun, Apr 19 - Park Entrance and Tour Roads Temporarily Closed for Rev Run
Park Closure: Admin Parking Lot Closed Fri 4/17 Until Sun 4/19 at Noon for Rev Run Setup
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...

13 mi from route ~33 min detour Free near mile 133.8
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 204.6
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...

14 mi from route ~34 min detour Free near mile 204.6
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...

17 mi from route ~42 min detour Free near mile 102.3
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...

17 mi from route ~42 min detour Free near mile 188.9
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 on this route, with a highway share of 0%. You won't encounter any long stretches of high-speed travel; instead, the journey is characterized by frequent changes in direction and speed as you navigate through local roadways. The absence of a longest uninterrupted stretch further emphasizes the consistently engaging nature of this drive. This profile suggests a route where you'll be actively steering and managing your speed, making it feel more like an exploration than a simple commute.

54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.1 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 23.1 miles in near US 322 / Mount Nittany Expressway.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 228.3 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 23.1 miles (US 322 / Mount Nittany Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 107.5 miles (US 322): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110.3 miles (US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Philipsburg, PA and Croydon, PA, road signs point toward State College, Hazleton, Carlisle and York.

State College

23.1 mi in | ~29m | via US 322

Hazleton

107.5 mi in | ~2h 18m | via US 322

Carlisle

107.5 mi in | ~2h 18m | via US 322

York

110.3 mi in | ~2h 22m | via US 322

About the Cities

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 4h 37m. Total distance: 228.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 104.1 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $13.53 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 23.1 miles (US 322 / Mount Nittany Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 107.5 miles (US 322): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110.3 miles (US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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

Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.3 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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