West Bradford, PA to Croydon, PA is 339.2 miles and takes about 6h 37m via Keystone Shortway, with a fuel budget near $62 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, traversing the Northeast region on a mix of highway and surface roads. You'll spend about 36% of your time on highways, making for a varied driving experience that balances quicker travel with more local scenery. Given the duration and distance, this is a solid option for a single-day trip, especially if you're aiming to arrive before evening.
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
169.6 miles from West Bradford, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 27m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
165.4 mi
3h
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
74.6 mi
1h 20m
US 219
29.2 mi
33m
Pennsylvania Turnpike
18 mi
19m
Million Dollar Highway
10.9 mi
16m
State Park Road
8.1 mi
14m
Bennetts Valley Highway
7.9 mi
12m
Johnsonburg Road
4.4 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 165.4 mi, about 3h
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 26 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,092 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,504
Quietest
2 AM
~185 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
5.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Bradford, PA and Croydon, PA.
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Start on Interstate Parkway
0.8 mi·2 min·Interstate Parkway
2
At end of road, turn left onto PA 346
0.4 mi·51 sec·West Washington Street
3
Continue on Boylston Street
0.2 mi·38 sec·Boylston Street
4
Turn right onto PA 346
0.3 mi·41 sec·Davis Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto Elm Street
84 ft·3 sec·Elm Street
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·30 sec
7
Merge onto US 219
29 mi·33 min·US 219
8
Turn slight right onto US 219
252 ft·8 sec·Wilcox Road
9
Continue on US 219
4.2 mi·4 min·Wilcox Road
10
Continue on US 219
1.2 mi·1 min·Market Street
11
Continue on US 219
1.2 mi·1 min·Johnsonburg Bypass
12
Continue on US 219
0.2 mi·15 sec·East Center Street
13
Take the exit
122 ft·4 sec
14
Continue on Powers Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·Powers Avenue
15
Continue on PA 255
2.3 mi·3 min·Johnsonburg-Saint Marys Road
16
Continue on PA 255
4.4 mi·6 min·Johnsonburg Road
17
Continue on PA 255
0.7 mi·1 min·Maurus Street
18
At end of road, turn right onto PA 255
502 ft·10 sec·North Michael Street
19
Continue on PA 255
0.2 mi·25 sec·North Saint Marys Street
20
Continue on PA 255
11 mi·16 min·Million Dollar Highway
21
Continue on PA 255
7.9 mi·12 min·Bennetts Valley Highway
22
Turn left onto PA 153
8.1 mi·14 min·State Park Road
23
Turn left
0.3 mi·40 sec
24
Merge onto I 80
165 mi·3 hr·Keystone Shortway
25
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward PA 940, PATP, I 476: Wilkes-Barre, Allentown
Exit 352Toward PA 132: Street RoadUse the slight right lane.
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Turn left onto PA 132
4.0 mi·6 min·Street Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
33
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
1.6 mi·2 min·State Road
Use the left lane.
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Arrive at destination
State Road
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 339.2-mile drive, consider an early morning departure to ensure you have ample daylight. While it's feasible in one day, the 6-hour 37-minute estimate doesn't include stops, so factor in time for breaks. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 165.4 miles on the Keystone Shortway, so plan a fuel and rest stop before or during this segment. With a fuel cost estimated at $62, it's a budget-friendly trip, but always check current prices and your vehicle's needs.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 169.6 miles from West Bradford, PA, or about 3h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 165.4 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 75 miles or 1h 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 169.6 miles or 3h 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 5h 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 West Bradford, 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 West Bradford, PA
This is one driving day of about 339.2 miles and 6h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 75 miles from West Bradford, 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 Keystone Shortway for about 165.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 337.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.7 mi into trip|~4m in|Elm Street
At end of road, turn left onto Elm Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
240.1 mi into trip|~4h 45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 476 South: Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
6
314.9 mi into trip|~6h 6m in
Take the exit toward I 276 East: New Jersey
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 276 East: New Jersey
7
333.2 mi into trip|~6h 26m 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
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337.6 mi into trip|~6h 34m in|State Road
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$54.09 one way
$108.17 round trip
$4.05/gal25.4 MPG avg119 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.48
$59.85
$119.71
premium
$4.81
$64.21
$128.42
diesel
$4.80
$64.05
$128.09
Estimated Tolls: $12.03
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(92.6 mi)$12.03
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
$54
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$91–$116
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 118.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
101.8
1
$35.62
$16.28
Efficient EV
84.8
0
$29.68
$13.57
EV Truck/SUV
135.7
1
$47.49
$21.71
Gas CO2
119 kg
EV CO2
40 kg (66% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Jul 17, 2026
Origin
West Bradford, PA
Afternoon
in West Bradford on Sunday
Local time
3:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Smoke
W 0 to 5 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Croydon, PA
Afternoon
in Croydon on Sunday
Local time
3:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Smoke
N 5 mph0% chanceLive 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
10 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
6h 37m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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
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...
9 mi from route
~23 min detour
Free
near mile 315.8
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 315.8
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
~34 min detour
Free
near mile 315.8
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...
25 mi from route
~62 min detour
Free
near mile 315.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a blend of high-speed travel and slower surface road cruising. With 36% of the drive on highways, you'll encounter periods of faster driving, particularly on the Keystone Shortway, where you'll have a stretch of 165.4 miles. Expect a shift from highway speeds to more frequent stops and lower speeds as you transition to surface roads. Pay attention to the change in driving pace as you move between these road types.
36% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 165.4 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 1.7 miles in near Elm Street.
Driving Effort9/10
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 19 significant decision points across 339.2 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 1.7 miles (Elm Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 240.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 314.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,057 ft26 ft
Total Climb
2,526 ft
Total Descent
4,018 ft
Highest Point
2,057 ft
~70 mi in
Elevation Range
2,031 ft
Notable High Points
1,502 ft at ~139.9 miles+824 ft prominence
1,729 ft at ~233.2 miles+659 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between West Bradford, PA and Croydon, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Allentown.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 37m. Total distance: 339.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 37m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 165.4 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $12.03 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.
Yes — we found about 24 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 24 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (Elm Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 240.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 314.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.6 hours each way, a round trip means 13.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Croydon, PA before the return drive.
