Trip from Croydon, PA to Benton, PA

Data updated 2 hours ago

Drive Time

2h 15m

Distance

86.6 mi

139 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min

4 AM

2h 6m ★

6 AM

2h 16m

8 AM

2h 35m

10 AM

2h 22m

12 PM

2h 21m

3 PM

2h 23m

5 PM

2h 34m

8 PM

2h 10m

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 Benton, PA covers 86.6 miles and takes about 2h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Delaware Expressway, Kennett-Oxford Bypass, Baltimore Pike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.2 miles on Delaware Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.36 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

43.3 miles from Croydon, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .

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Drive Character

The drive from Croydon, PA to Benton, PA covers 86.6 miles and takes about 2h 15m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Delaware Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 33.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near Street Road.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 86.6 miles you will encounter 12 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 1.6 miles (Street Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (I 95 / Delaware Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

6

1.6 mi into trip | ~3m in | Street Road

Turn right onto Street Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

6

2.2 mi into trip | ~4m in

Turn left toward I 95 South: Central Philadelphia

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 95 South: Central Philadelphia

5

2.4 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 95 / Delaware Expressway

Merge onto I 95 / Delaware Expressway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

7

35.6 mi into trip | ~50m in | US 322

Keep slight right at fork onto US 322 toward US 322 West: West Chester

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 322 West: West Chester

4

43.1 mi into trip | ~1h 3m in | US 1; US 322 / Baltimore Pike

Turn left onto US 1; US 322 / Baltimore Pike

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.

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 Benton, PA, road signs point toward Oxford and Rising Sun.

Oxford

52.1 mi in | ~1h 18m | via US 1

Rising Sun

52.1 mi in | ~1h 18m | via US 1

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Delaware Expressway	33.2 mi	45m
Kennett-Oxford Bypass	20.3 mi	27m
Baltimore Pike	9.1 mi	15m
US 322	7.4 mi	13m
Nottingham Road	6.7 mi	11m
Furniss Road	2.6 mi	5m
West Christine Road	2.4 mi	3m
State Road	1.6 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Delaware Expressway — 33.2 mi, about 45m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on State Road

1.6 mi · 3 min · State Road

2

Turn right onto Street Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Street Road

Use the right lane.

3

Turn left

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Toward I 95 South: Central Philadelphia Use the left lane.

4

Merge onto I 95

33 mi · 45 min · Delaware Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

5

Keep slight right at fork onto US 322

7.4 mi · 13 min · US 322

Toward US 322 West: West Chester Use the slight right lane.

6

Turn left onto US 1; US 322

9.1 mi · 15 min · Baltimore Pike

Use the left / straight lanes.

7

Continue on US 1

20 mi · 27 min · Kennett-Oxford Bypass

Toward Oxford, Rising Sun Use the straight / slight right lanes.

8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 59 sec

Toward PA 272: Nottingham

9

Turn right onto PA 272

2.4 mi · 3 min · West Christine Road

10

Continue on PA 272

6.7 mi · 11 min · Nottingham Road

11

Turn right onto US 222; PA 272

0.4 mi · 50 sec · Robert Fulton Highway

12

Turn left onto Furniss Road

2.6 mi · 5 min · Furniss Road

13

Turn left onto Slate Hill Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Slate Hill Road

14

Turn right onto Benton Hollow Road

1.0 mi · 3 min · Benton Hollow Road

15

Continue on Bald Eagle Road

0.2 mi · 54 sec · Bald Eagle Road

16

Arrive at destination

Bald Eagle Road

Trip Plan

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 43.3 miles from Croydon, PA, or about 1h 3m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.2 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 59m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 43.3 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 48m

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

Before You Leave

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

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

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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 86.6 miles and 2h 15m.

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.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

The longest stretch is on Delaware Expressway for about 33.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 43.3 mi from Croydon, PA · 1h 3m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

43 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

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

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 43.3 miles from Croydon, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Benton, PA

The final approach into Benton, 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 Benton, PA.

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

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

National Memorial

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...

0 mi from route ~1 min detour Free near mile 17.9

View on nps.gov

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...

1 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 near mile 17.9

View on nps.gov

First State National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 44.8

View on nps.gov

Valley Forge National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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...

16 mi from route ~40 min detour Free near mile 41.8

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.36 one way

$28.71 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 30 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$15.72	$31.45
premium	$4.93	$16.79	$33.59
diesel	$5.61	$19.12	$38.24

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 30.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	26	$9.09	$4.16
Efficient EV	21.7	$7.58	$3.46
EV Truck/SUV	34.6	$12.12	$5.54

Gas CO2

30 kg

EV CO2

10 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 data refreshed 1 day ago

Origin

Croydon, PA

Evening in Croydon on Tuesday

Local time

8:17 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Benton, PA

Evening in Benton on Tuesday

Local time

8:17 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Cloudy

W 1 to 7 mph 17% chance 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

4 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

2h 15m 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 Croydon, PA to Benton, PA covers 86.6 miles and takes about 2h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Delaware Expressway, Kennett-Oxford Bypass, Baltimore Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 43.3 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 $14.36 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 86.6 miles you will encounter 12 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 1.6 miles (Street Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (I 95 / Delaware Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Between Croydon, PA and Benton, PA, road signs point toward Oxford and Rising Sun.

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