Origin
Croydon, PA
Late night in Croydon on Saturday
Local time
1:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Croydon, PA to Kenilworth, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
53.4 mi
86 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kenilworth, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
Croydon, PA to Kenilworth, PA is 53.4 miles and takes about 1h 11m via Pennsylvania Turnpike and Pottstown Expressway, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive that's perfect for a quick day trip. Given the short duration and modest fuel cost, you'll find this route offers a convenient way to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 53.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this journey, with 78% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a significant uninterrupted stretch of 24.6 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. The drive also incorporates segments of the Pottstown Expressway and Street Road, which may offer slightly different driving experiences as you transition between them. Overall, the character is one of efficient travel on well-established highways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 24.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Pottstown Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.4 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 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 31.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
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
8
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
8
31.6 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
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 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
8
32.8 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward US 202 South, US 422 West: West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road
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 328A
Toward US 202 South, US 422 West: West Chester,...
7
32.8 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 422 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 422 West
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Croydon, PA and Kenilworth, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Allentown, Philadelphia, Valley Forge and Pottstown.
Patp
6.2 mi in
|
~10m
Allentown
6.8 mi in
|
~12m
Philadelphia
31.6 mi in
|
~39m
Valley Forge
32.1 mi in
|
~40m
Pottstown
32.8 mi in
|
~42m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 24.6 mi | 26m |
| Pottstown Expressway | 14.3 mi | 19m |
| Street Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Pottstown Bypass | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| County Line Expressway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| State Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Schuylkill Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 24.6 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Croydon, PA and Kenilworth, PA.
1
Start on State Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
State Road
2
Turn right onto Street Road
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Street Road
Use the right lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 1 North: Trenton
4
Merge onto US 1
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Lincoln Highway
Toward US 1 North: Morrisville
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 276, PATP
Use the right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 276; PATP
25 mi
·
26 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
this road
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia, Valley Forge
10
Continue on I 76
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
446 ft
·
10 sec
Exit 328A
Toward US 202 South, US 422 West: West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 422 West
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward US 422 West: Pottstown
14
Continue on US 422
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
County Line Expressway
15
Continue on US 422
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Pottstown Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on US 422
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Pottstown Bypass
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward PA 724: Phoenixville
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn right onto PA 724
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
East Schuylkill Road
19
Arrive at destination
PA 724
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.7 mi from Croydon, PA · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.7 miles from Croydon, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kenilworth, PA
The final approach into Kenilworth, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.85 one way
$17.71 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.70 | $19.39 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.36 | $20.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.79 | $23.58 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.20
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(24.6 mi)
$3.20
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$3
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.56 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.67 | $2.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.48 | $3.42 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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.
Destination
Kenilworth, PA
Late night in Kenilworth on Saturday
Local time
1:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
26 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 11m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Croydon, PA to Kenilworth, PA covers 53.4 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Pottstown Expressway, Street Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.7 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 $8.85 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 53.4 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 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 31.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Croydon, PA and Kenilworth, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Allentown, Philadelphia, Valley Forge and Pottstown.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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