Crossing Pennsylvania from West Mayfield to Croydon requires navigating a 349.8-mile stretch that typically takes about 5 hours and 33 minutes. Given the duration, this trip is manageable as a single-day journey for most drivers, though it demands focus due to the nature of the roads. You should budget approximately $58 for fuel to complete the trek. Since both ends of the trip are located in the Northeast, you will remain within the same general region throughout your travel. Because the route involves a heavy mix of local roads rather than a straightforward highway cruise, plan for a full day of driving to ensure you reach your destination comfortably.
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
174.7 miles from West Mayfield, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 12m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike
339.8 mi
6h 8m
Street Road
4 mi
6m
Big Beaver Boulevard
1.8 mi
2m
State Road
1.6 mi
2m
4th Avenue
0.8 mi
1m
37th Street
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 339.8 mi, about 6h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Mayfield, PA and Croydon, PA.
1
Start on PA 251
0.8 mi·1 min·37th Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto PA 18
0.8 mi·1 min·4th Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on PA 18
1.8 mi·2 min·Big Beaver Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward I 76
5
Merge onto I 76; PATP
340 mi·6 hr 8 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
Exit 352Toward PA 132: Street RoadUse the slight right lane.
7
Turn left onto PA 132
4.0 mi·6 min·Street Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
1.6 mi·2 min·State Road
Use the left lane.
9
Arrive at destination
State Road
Trip Plan
When planning your departure, aim to leave early in the day to account for the slower pace of local roads compared to highway travel. Since this route includes only one planned stop, ensure you choose a location that allows for a meaningful break to manage the 5-hour and 33-minute duration effectively. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $58 estimate may fluctuate based on local pricing along the non-highway segments. Because this is a turn-heavy drive, prioritize staying well-rested to handle the frequent navigation changes required along the local roads. A smart strategy is to map out your turn-by-turn directions in advance, as the reliance on local streets like 4th Avenue makes GPS consistency vital for a smooth arrival in Croydon.
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 174.7 miles from West Mayfield, PA, or about 3h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 339.8 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 77 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 174.7 miles or 3h 12m 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 16m
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 Mayfield, 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 Mayfield, PA
This is one driving day of about 349.4 miles and 6h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 miles from West Mayfield, 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 339.8 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 347.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.8 mi into trip|~1m in|PA 18 / 4th Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto PA 18 / 4th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
3.4 mi into trip|~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 76
Navigation decision point
Toward I 76
5
3.6 mi into trip|~6m in|I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge onto I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
343.4 mi into trip|~6h 15m 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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347.8 mi into trip|~6h 23m in|State Road
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$57.93 one way
$115.85 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg122 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$63.44
$126.88
premium
$4.93
$67.76
$135.52
diesel
$5.61
$77.14
$154.29
Estimated Tolls: $44.18
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(339.8 mi)$44.18
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
$58
Tolls
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$127–$152
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 122.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
104.8
1
$36.69
$16.77
Efficient EV
87.4
0
$30.57
$13.98
EV Truck/SUV
139.8
1
$48.92
$22.36
Gas CO2
122 kg
EV CO2
41 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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
West Mayfield, PA
Late night
in West Mayfield on Sunday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Croydon, PA
Late night
in Croydon on Sunday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Hancock, MD
175 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 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
6h 26m 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.
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...
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
Free
near mile 216.8
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...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 313.2
On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their live...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 108.4
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
~34 min detour
$1
near mile 325.3
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...
14 mi from route
~34 min detour
Free
near mile 265
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 325.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy experience on this drive, as the path relies on local routes like 4th Avenue and Big Beaver Boulevard rather than long, monotonous interstate stretches. With a highway share of 0%, your time behind the wheel will be defined by constant adjustments and attention to local traffic patterns. The route is characterized by a technical feel, requiring you to stay alert as you transition away from the I-76 corridor. Unlike a standard highway grind, this drive demands more engagement from the driver due to the frequent turns and local road navigation. Prepare for a steady, hands-on experience that stays off the major high-speed thoroughfares for the duration of the 349.8-mile trip.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 339.8 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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 0.8 miles in near PA 18 / 4th Avenue.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 26m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 6 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (PA 18 / 4th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 26m. Total distance: 349.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 339.8 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $44.18 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 is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. 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 0.8 miles (PA 18 / 4th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument, Valley Forge National Historical Park and Flight 93 National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.4 hours each way, a round trip means 12.9 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.
