Spanning 93.1 miles through the Northeast corner of Pennsylvania, this trip from Bangor to Croydon is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes. Because the route relies entirely on local roads like Bangor Road, Washington Boulevard, and Kesslersville Road, you should plan on a total fuel budget of approximately $15. This drive is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. By avoiding major highways, you get a more intimate look at the local landscape as you transition between regions. It is an efficient, no-nonsense path that is ideal if you prefer staying off the interstates for your commute or weekend travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.7 miles from Bangor, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 3m into the drive
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Bangor is a city in Northampton County in the Lehigh Valley region of eastern Pennsylvania. It is 74 miles (119 km) west of New York City and 87 miles (140 km) north of Philadelphia.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 67.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route maintains a zero-percent highway share. You will spend your time navigating a series of local roads that demand your full attention behind the wheel. The journey lacks long, uninterrupted stretches, requiring you to stay alert through the various turns and transitions along the way. Because the route avoids high-speed expressways, the pace is dictated by the character of the local infrastructure. You should be prepared for a drive that feels more hands-on and technical than a typical highway trek.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Easton Road is the longest continuous segment at about 20 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 10.8 miles in near Sullivan Trail.
Driving Effort6/10
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 67.4 miles you will encounter 11 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 10.8 miles (Sullivan Trail): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.8 miles (South 3rd Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 45.9 miles (PA 263 / York Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
10.8 mi into trip|~19m in|Sullivan Trail
Turn left onto Sullivan Trail
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
13.8 mi into trip|~27m in|South 3rd Street
Enter roundabout onto South 3rd Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
45.9 mi into trip|~1h 22m in|PA 263 / York Road
Turn right onto PA 263 / York Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
56.4 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|PA 132 / Street Road
Turn left onto PA 132 / Street Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
65.9 mi into trip|~1h 55m in|State Road
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Easton Road
20 mi
31m
Street Road
9.4 mi
16m
Kesslersville Road
6 mi
10m
York Road
5.1 mi
8m
West Bristol Road
4.1 mi
7m
South Delaware Drive
3.4 mi
6m
Washington Boulevard
2.9 mi
5m
Morgan Hill Road
1.8 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Easton Road
— 20 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor, PA and Croydon, PA.
1
Start on PA 191
0.6 mi·1 min·South 1st Street
2
Continue on PA 191
2.9 mi·5 min·Washington Boulevard
3
Continue on PA 191
1.3 mi·2 min·Bangor Road
4
Turn slight left onto Kesslersville Road
6.0 mi·10 min·Kesslersville Road
5
Turn left onto Sullivan Trail
1.2 mi·2 min·Sullivan Trail
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
Continue on Knox Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·Knox Avenue
7
Continue on Cattell Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Cattell Street
8
Continue on College Avenue
0.3 mi·26 sec·College Avenue
9
Continue on 3rd Street
0.3 mi·1 min·3rd Street
10
Enter roundabout onto South 3rd Street
334 ft·10 sec·South 3rd Street
11
Continue on South 3rd Street
0.3 mi·37 sec·South 3rd Street
12
Continue on North Smith Avenue
0.3 mi·34 sec·North Smith Avenue
13
Turn left onto Saint John Street
0.3 mi·48 sec·Saint John Street
14
Turn slight right onto Old Philadelphia Road
0.4 mi·38 sec·Old Philadelphia Road
15
Continue on Morgan Hill Road
1.8 mi·3 min·Morgan Hill Road
16
Turn slight left onto Old Well Road
0.8 mi·2 min·Old Well Road
17
At end of road, turn left onto Browns Drive
0.4 mi·1 min·Browns Drive
18
Merge onto PA 611
3.4 mi·6 min·South Delaware Drive
19
Continue on PA 611
20 mi·31 min·Easton Road
20
Keep slight left at fork onto North Easton Road
1.2 mi·2 min·North Easton Road
21
Turn left onto PA 313
1.6 mi·2 min·East Swamp Road
22
Continue on PA 313
1.5 mi·2 min·Swamp Road
23
Turn right onto PA 263
5.1 mi·8 min·York Road
Use the straight lane.
24
Turn left onto West Bristol Road
4.1 mi·7 min·West Bristol Road
25
Turn right onto PA 232
1.4 mi·2 min·Second Street Pike
26
Turn left onto PA 132
9.4 mi·16 min·Street Road
Use the left lane.
27
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
1.6 mi·2 min·State Road
Use the left lane.
28
Arrive at destination
State Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best without needing to budget for multiple rest stops. Keeping a close eye on your fuel gauge is a smart move, though the $15 cost makes it an affordable journey to budget for. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, try to avoid traveling during peak local traffic hours to ensure your 1 hour and 45 minute estimate remains accurate. One concrete tip: familiarize yourself with the specific sequence of Washington Boulevard, Bangor Road, and Kesslersville Road before you pull out of your driveway, as the lack of highway signage means you will be relying on local road markers to keep you on track.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 33.7 miles from Bangor, PA, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20 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 15 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.7 miles or 1h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 41m
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 Bangor, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bangor, PA
This is one driving day of about 67.4 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Bangor, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Easton Road for about 20 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.7 mi from Bangor, PA
· 1h 3m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
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...
15 mi from route
~37 min detour
Free
near mile 65.1
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...
21 mi from route
~52 min detour
Free
near mile 51.2
Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history,...
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.2
0
$7.08
$3.24
Efficient EV
16.9
0
$5.90
$2.70
EV Truck/SUV
27
0
$9.44
$4.31
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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 16, 2026
Origin
Bangor, PA
Afternoon
in Bangor on Saturday
Local time
12:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Croydon, PA
Afternoon
in Croydon on Saturday
Local time
12:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 5 to 15 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 3:08PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
54°F
Durham, PA
34 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
51 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
1h 58m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bangor, PA to Croydon, PA covers 67.4 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Easton Road, Street Road, Kesslersville Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.7 miles from Bangor, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.17 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.4 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.8 miles (Sullivan Trail): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.8 miles (South 3rd Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 45.9 miles (PA 263 / York Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bangor, PA to Croydon, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
