Origin
Croydon, PA
Evening in Croydon on Sunday
Local time
7:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
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6h 4m
Distance
315.3 mi
507 km
Drive Score
8/10
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Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
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Point Marion, PA
Tom Fisk
Spanning 315.3 miles across Pennsylvania, this trip connects the Northeast corner of the state to the southwestern region near Point Marion. You should anticipate roughly 6 hours and 4 minutes of travel time, making it a manageable, albeit long, single-day endeavor. The route relies heavily on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, supplemented by University Drive and Morgantown Road. Budgeting approximately $52 for fuel will cover your transit costs comfortably. While it is certainly possible to complete this journey in one go, planning for at least one planned stop will help keep you alert throughout the day.
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
157.7 miles from Croydon, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 56m into the drive .
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 89% of your travel takes place on high-speed roads. The vast majority of your time behind the wheel—a 261.7-mile stretch—is dedicated to the Pennsylvania Turnpike, which provides a consistent, high-speed pace for the bulk of the journey. Once you transition off the turnpike, the character of the road shifts as you navigate onto University Drive and Morgantown Road to reach your final destination. This transition provides a clear change in scenery and driving intensity compared to the initial interstate grind. Overall, the drive prioritizes efficiency, moving you quickly across the state before settling into local roads.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and University Drive. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near Street Road.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 315.3 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 1.6 miles (Street Road): Lane positioning matters here; 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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Street Road
Lane positioning matters here
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
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
Take the exit toward PA 31, PA 711: Ligonier, Uniontown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto US 119 / Mon/Fayette Expressway toward US 119 South, PA 43: Mon/Fayette Expressway, Point Marion, Morgantown WV
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
On the drive from Croydon, PA to Point Marion, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Uniontown along the way.
Uniontown
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 261.7 mi | 4h 45m |
| University Drive | 13 mi | 15m |
| Morgantown Road | 8.7 mi | 13m |
| PA 982 | 8 mi | 13m |
| State Route 31 | 6 mi | 9m |
| Street Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Memorial Boulevard | 4 mi | 4m |
| Mon/Fayette Expressway | 3.9 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Croydon, PA and Point Marion, PA.
Start on State Road
Turn right onto Street Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 1
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 276; PATP
Take the exit
Turn right onto PA 31
Continue on PA 31
Turn left onto PA 982
Turn left onto US 119
Turn straight onto US 119
Merge onto US 119
Turn slight right onto US 119
Keep slight right at fork onto US 119
Take the exit
Turn right onto Big Six Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 119
Continue on US 119
Continue on US 119
Turn left onto US 119
Arrive at destination
Since this is a full-day commitment, aim to depart early in the morning to beat potential traffic congestion on the turnpike. Given the 6-hour duration, scheduling your single recommended stop around the midway point is a smart way to manage fatigue during the long 261.7-mile highway segment. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before exiting the turnpike, as refueling options may be more frequent on the interstate than on the final local stretches. Because this route is entirely within Pennsylvania, you won't need to worry about adjusting for state-specific road regulations. Keeping your pace steady during the highway portion will help you maintain your estimated time of arrival.
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.
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 157.7 miles or 2h 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Point Marion, PA than in the middle of the route.
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 315.3 miles and 6h 4m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 157.7 mi from Croydon, PA · 2h 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
158 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 157.7 miles from Croydon, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 261.7 miles.
The final approach into Point Marion, 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 Point Marion, PA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$52.17 one way
$104.35 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $57.09 | $114.18 |
| premium | $4.92 | $61.10 | $122.20 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $70.05 | $140.10 |
Estimated Tolls: $34.02
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
$52
Tolls
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$111–$136
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 110.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 94.6 | 1 | $33.11 | $15.13 |
| Efficient EV | 78.8 | 0 | $27.59 | $12.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 126.1 | 1 | $44.14 | $20.18 |
Gas CO2
110 kg
EV CO2
37 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Croydon on Sunday
Local time
7:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Point Marion on Sunday
Local time
7:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Along the Route
51°F
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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
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.
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