Origin
Bangor, PA
Night in Bangor on Wednesday
Local time
11:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
67.4 mi
109 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bangor, PA
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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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
33.7 miles from Bangor, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
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.
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.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto Sullivan Trail
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto South 3rd Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right onto PA 263 / York Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto PA 132 / Street Road
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
Lane positioning matters here
| 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 |
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor, PA and Croydon, PA.
Start on PA 191
Continue on PA 191
Continue on PA 191
Turn slight left onto Kesslersville Road
Turn left onto Sullivan Trail
Continue on Knox Avenue
Continue on Cattell Street
Continue on College Avenue
Continue on 3rd Street
Enter roundabout onto South 3rd Street
Continue on South 3rd Street
Continue on North Smith Avenue
Turn left onto Saint John Street
Turn slight right onto Old Philadelphia Road
Continue on Morgan Hill Road
Turn slight left onto Old Well Road
At end of road, turn left onto Browns Drive
Merge onto PA 611
Continue on PA 611
Keep slight left at fork onto North Easton Road
Turn left onto PA 313
Continue on PA 313
Turn right onto PA 263
Turn left onto West Bristol Road
Turn right onto PA 232
Turn left onto PA 132
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
Arrive at destination
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.
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.
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.
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
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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.
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 33.7 miles from Bangor, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Croydon, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$11.17 one way
$22.35 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.24 | $24.48 |
| premium | $4.93 | $13.07 | $26.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.88 | $29.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Bangor on Wednesday
Local time
11:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Croydon on Wednesday
Local time
11:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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