Origin
Croydon, PA
Evening in Croydon on Wednesday
Local time
6:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 27m
Distance
117.8 mi
190 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shiloh, PA
K6
This 117.8-mile drive from Croydon, PA, to Shiloh, PA, is a straightforward journey that can comfortably be completed in about 2 hours and 27 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 30, and US 222, this route is a solid option for a single-day trip, so an overnight stay isn't necessary. With an estimated fuel cost of $20, it's an economical option for exploring within Pennsylvania. The overall feel is a practical, highway-focused drive, making it an efficient way to travel between these two Northeast locations.
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
58.9 miles from Croydon, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 117.8-mile route, with 91% of the drive taking place on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 64.5 miles along the Pennsylvania Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. While the majority of the journey is on high-speed roads, be aware that transitions between these main arteries like US 30 and US 222 will introduce slight variations in the driving environment. It's a drive that prioritizes efficient travel over winding scenic byways.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 30. 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.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 117.8 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 5.9 miles (US 1 / Lincoln Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 6.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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
Merge onto US 1 / Lincoln Highway toward US 1 North: Morrisville
Merge point - match speed before joining
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 US 222: Reading, Lancaster
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Croydon, PA and Shiloh, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Allentown and Lancaster.
Patp
Allentown
Lancaster
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 64.5 mi | 1h 9m |
| US 30 | 26 mi | 38m |
| US 222 | 16.8 mi | 20m |
| Street Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Carlisle Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| State Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Colonel Howard Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Lincoln Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Croydon, PA and Shiloh, 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
Continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard
Turn left
Merge onto US 222
Keep slight right at fork onto US 222
Keep slight right at fork onto US 30
Take the exit
Turn right onto PA 74
Arrive at destination
Given the manageable 2-hour and 27-minute duration, you can easily tackle this 117.8-mile trip in a single day. Leaving in the morning, perhaps before peak traffic, is a good strategy to maximize your time. While there are no designated stops mentioned, the longest stretch without a significant change in road type is over 64 miles, so plan for a brief break if needed. With a fuel cost estimated at $20, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always wise, especially when navigating the Pennsylvania Turnpike, as services can be spaced out.
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.
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 58.9 miles or 1h 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 1h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Shiloh, 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 117.8 miles and 2h 27m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.9 mi from Croydon, PA · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 58.9 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 64.5 miles.
The final approach into Shiloh, 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 Shiloh, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$19.53 one way
$39.06 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $21.39 | $42.78 |
| premium | $4.93 | $22.85 | $45.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.01 | $52.02 |
Estimated Tolls: $8.39
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
$20
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.3 | 0 | $12.37 | $5.65 |
| Efficient EV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.31 | $4.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.1 | 0 | $16.49 | $7.54 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Croydon on Wednesday
Local time
6:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Shiloh on Wednesday
Local time
6:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
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
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.
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