Trip from Croydon, PA to Covington, PA

Drive Time

4h 28m

Distance

227.1 mi

366 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$38

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 15m ★

6 AM

4h 29m

8 AM

4h 55m

10 AM

4h 38m

12 PM

4h 35m

3 PM

4h 39m

5 PM

4h 54m

8 PM

4h 21m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Croydon, PA to Covington, PA covers 227.1 miles and takes about 4h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Keystone Shortway, US 15 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 74.2 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.58 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

113.6 miles from Croydon, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 4h 28m highway drive covering 227.1 miles, with most of the trip on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Keystone Shortway. The longest continuous stretch is about 74.2 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is the longest continuous segment at about 74.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.2 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 227.1 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 6.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 23 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6.2 mi into trip | ~10m in

Take the exit toward I 276, PATP

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

Use the right lane. Toward I 276, PATP

6.8 mi into trip | ~12m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown

24.1 mi into trip | ~31m in

Take the exit toward I 476: Chester, Allentown

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 476: Chester, Allentown

165.7 mi into trip | ~3h 8m in

Take the exit toward US 15: Lewisburg, Williamsport

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 210A-B Toward US 15: Lewisburg, Williamsport

184.7 mi into trip | ~3h 36m in | US 15

Keep slight right at fork onto US 15 toward US 15 North: Mansfield

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 29 Toward US 15 North: Mansfield

Towns Along This Route

Between Croydon, PA and Covington, PA, road signs point toward Allentown, Mount Pocono and Williamsport.

Allentown

24.1 mi in | ~31m

Mount Pocono

98.7 mi in | ~1h 52m

Williamsport

165.7 mi in | ~3h 8m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension	74.2 mi	1h 20m
Keystone Shortway	65.8 mi	1h 12m
US 15	36.8 mi	41m
Pennsylvania Turnpike	17.1 mi	18m
US Highway 15	11.7 mi	16m
North Williamson Road	5.5 mi	9m
Street Road	4.2 mi	7m
Westbranch Highway	2.6 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension — 74.2 mi, about 1h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on State Road

1.6 mi · 3 min · State Road

Turn right onto Street Road

4.2 mi · 7 min · Street Road

Use the right lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Toward US 1 North: Trenton

Merge onto US 1

0.3 mi · 26 sec · Lincoln Highway

Toward US 1 North: Morrisville

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 276, PATP Use the right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Toward I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 276; PATP

17 mi · 18 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec

Toward I 476: Chester, Allentown Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Toward I 476 North: Allentown

Merge onto I 476; PATP

74 mi · 1 hr 20 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 95 Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Toward I 80 West: Hazleton

Merge onto I 80

66 mi · 1 hr 12 min · Keystone Shortway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Exit 210A-B Toward US 15: Lewisburg, Williamsport Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 40 sec

Exit 210B Toward US 15 North: Williamsport

Merge onto US 15

2.6 mi · 3 min · Westbranch Highway

Continue on US 15

12 mi · 16 min · US Highway 15

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 15

1.1 mi · 1 min · Montgomery Pike

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 15

0.6 mi · 1 min · Hastings Street

Continue on US 15

0.4 mi · 58 sec · Market Street

Use the left lane.

Take the exit onto US 15

0.2 mi · 31 sec · US 15

Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 180; US 15; US 220

1.6 mi · 2 min · Susquehanna Beltway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 15

37 mi · 41 min · US 15

Exit 29 Toward US 15 North: Mansfield Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Exit 172 Toward Blossburg Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto Boone Run Road

194 ft · 11 sec · Boone Run Road

Turn left onto North Williamson Road

5.5 mi · 9 min · North Williamson Road

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto State Road

110 ft · 3 sec · State Road

Arrive at destination

State Road

Trip Plan

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 113.6 miles from Croydon, PA, or about 2h 10m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.2 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 80 miles or 1h 32m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 113.6 miles or 2h 10m 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 38m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Covington, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Croydon, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Croydon, PA

This is one driving day of about 227.1 miles and 4h 28m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Croydon, 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 Northeast Extension for about 74.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 113.6 mi from Croydon, PA · 2h 10m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Syracuse, NY

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

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ramapo, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 113.6 miles from Croydon, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.2 miles.

Arriving in Covington, PA

The final approach into Covington, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Covington, PA.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$37.58 one way

$75.16 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 80 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$41.12	$82.24
premium	$4.92	$44.01	$88.01
diesel	$5.64	$50.45	$100.91

Estimated Tolls: $11.87

Pennsylvania Turnpike (91.2 mi) $11.87

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

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$74–$99

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 79.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

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

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	68.1	0	$23.85	$10.90
Efficient EV	56.8	0	$19.87	$9.08
EV Truck/SUV	90.8	1	$31.79	$14.53

Gas CO2

79 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Croydon, PA

Morning in Croydon on Monday

Local time

10:45 AM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Covington, PA

Morning in Covington on Monday

Local time

10:45 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°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

6 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 28m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Croydon, PA to Covington, PA covers 227.1 miles and takes about 4h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Keystone Shortway, US 15. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 113.6 miles from Croydon, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.58 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Croydon, PA and Covington, PA, road signs point toward Allentown, Mount Pocono and Williamsport.

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Trip from Croydon, PA to Covington, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Covington, PA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Croydon, PA

Covington, PA

Same local time

6 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 28m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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