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6h 17m
Distance
321.6 mi
518 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
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Dunkard, PA
Haneul Trac
Spanning 321.6 miles from Croydon to Dunkard, this journey takes you across the breadth of Pennsylvania in approximately 6 hours and 17 minutes. It is a highway-focused trek that works well as a single-day trip if you are comfortable with a full day behind the wheel. Expect to budget around $53 for fuel to complete the transit between the Northeast region and your destination. Because the route is dominated by major thoroughfares, it offers a straightforward, efficient path rather than a leisurely backroads tour. Whether you are traveling for business or visiting family, this drive is best viewed as a functional connection between two points in the state. Planning for one stop along the way will help you manage the duration effectively.
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
160.8 miles from Croydon, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 8m into the drive .
Expect a high-speed experience, as 87% of this journey is comprised of highway travel. The Pennsylvania Turnpike serves as your primary artery, carrying you for a significant 261.7-mile stretch, which constitutes the longest uninterrupted portion of the trip. After navigating the Turnpike, the road character shifts as you transition onto University Drive and Morgantown Road. You will find that the personality of the drive leans heavily toward a consistent interstate grind, allowing for steady progress across the landscape. The transition from the high-speed Turnpike to local roads marks the final phase of your arrival, requiring a slight shift in focus as you reach the Dunkard area.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
2,442 ft
Total Descent
1,522 ft
Highest Point
2,168 ft
~252.7 mi in
Elevation Range
2,142 ft
Notable High Points
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 17m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Croydon, PA to Dunkard, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Street Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 1 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lincoln Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 276 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA 31 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 31 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Three Mile Hill | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Croydon, PA and Dunkard, PA.
Start on State Road
Turn right onto Street Road
Take the ramp left toward US 1 North: Trenton
Merge slight left onto Lincoln Highway
Take the exit slight right toward I 276, PATP
Keep slight right to continue on I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
Take the exit slight right toward PA 31, PA 711: Ligonier, Uniontown
Turn right onto State Route 31
Continue on Three Mile Hill
Turn left
Turn left onto Memorial Boulevard
Turn straight onto Blackstone Road
Merge slight left onto Morrell Avenue
Turn slight right onto University Drive
Keep slight right to continue on Mon/Fayette Expressway
Take the exit slight right toward Fairchance, Smithfield
Turn right onto Big Six Road
At the end of the road, turn left onto Morgantown Road
Continue on Morgantown Street
Continue on Morgantown Road
Turn right onto Home Street
Continue on South Eighty Eight Road
Turn straight onto Holbert Stretch
At the end of the road, turn left onto Bobtown Road
Turn right onto Taylortown Road
At the end of the road, turn right onto Taylortown Road
Continue on Taylortown Road
Turn left onto Shelby Lane
Arrive at your destination
To make the most of this 321.6-mile haul, aim to depart early in the morning to bypass potential congestion on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Since the route is concentrated on major highways, your pace will be dictated by traffic flow, so keeping a flexible schedule is a wise move. Plan for at least one dedicated stop during your 6-hour and 17-minute drive to stretch your legs and refresh your focus. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before entering the final leg on Morgantown Road, as service options may become less frequent compared to the Turnpike. Given the distance, having a pre-planned stop around the midpoint will help ensure you arrive in Dunkard feeling energized rather than exhausted.
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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 160.8 miles or 3h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dunkard, 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 321.6 miles and 6h 17m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 160.8 mi from Croydon, PA · 3h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
161 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 160.8 miles from Croydon, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Dunkard, 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 Dunkard, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$53.22 one way
$106.43 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $58.23 | $116.46 |
| premium | $4.92 | $62.32 | $124.64 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $71.45 | $142.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 96.5 | 1 | $33.77 | $15.44 |
| Efficient EV | 80.4 | 0 | $28.14 | $12.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 128.6 | 1 | $45.02 | $20.58 |
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 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
Afternoon in Croydon on Monday
Local time
3:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Afternoon in Dunkard on Monday
Local time
3:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Mostly Cloudy
Along the Route
51°F
Cuba, NY
161 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
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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