Origin
Fountain Hill, PA
Afternoon in Fountain Hill on Saturday
Local time
2:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fountain Hill, PA to Croydon, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
51.8 mi
83 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fountain Hill, PA
Kristopher Hines
Trip Overview
Fountain Hill, PA to Croydon, PA is 51.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 22 minutes via PA 309 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, offering a straightforward journey between two points in the state. Given its relatively short duration and manageable cost, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion. You'll experience a mixed drive that balances highway speeds with local road conditions. Consider this a convenient option when you need to get from one area to another without a significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA 309 | 9.1 mi | 15m |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 8.7 mi | 9m |
| Sellersville Bypass | 8.1 mi | 11m |
| Horsham Road | 7.6 mi | 13m |
| PA-378 | 5 mi | 8m |
| Bethlehem Pike | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Street Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| State Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
PA 309
— 9.1 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fountain Hill, PA and Croydon, PA.
1
Start on Broadway
449 ft
·
11 sec
·
Broadway
2
Turn right onto South Hoffert Street
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
South Hoffert Street
3
Turn left onto Moravia Street
436 ft
·
19 sec
·
Moravia Street
4
Turn right onto Frederick Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Frederick Street
5
Turn right onto PA 378
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
PA-378
6
Continue on PA 378
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
PA-378
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto PA 309
9.1 mi
·
15 min
·
PA 309
8
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 309
8.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Sellersville Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on PA 309
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Bethlehem Pike
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto PA 463
7.6 mi
·
13 min
·
Horsham Road
Use the left lane.
11
Merge onto PA 611
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Easton Road
Use the right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 276, PATP: Philadelphia, Harrisburg
Use the right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 276 East: New Jersey
14
Merge onto I 276; PATP
8.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 352
Toward PA 132: Street Road
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn left onto PA 132
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Street Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Road
Use the left lane.
18
Arrive at destination
State Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.9 miles from Fountain Hill, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 50.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Hoffert Street
Turn right onto South Hoffert Street
Navigation decision point
6
14.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
PA 309 / Sellersville Bypass
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 309 / Sellersville Bypass
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
36.4 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward I 276, PATP: Philadelphia, Harrisburg
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: Philadelphia, Harrisburg
7
45.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward PA 132: Street Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 352
Toward PA 132: Street Road
7
50.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
State Road
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.59 one way
$17.18 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.41 | $18.81 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.05 | $20.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.44 | $22.87 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.13
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(8.7 mi)
$1.13
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.44 | $2.49 |
| Efficient EV | 13 | 0 | $4.53 | $2.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.25 | $3.32 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Croydon, PA
Afternoon in Croydon on Saturday
Local time
2:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Partly Sunny
E 5 to 10 mph
0% chance
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 22m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route presents a mixed drive, with 44% of the journey on highways. Expect a longest uninterrupted stretch of 9.1 miles on PA 309, which will likely feel different from the faster sections of the Pennsylvania Turnpike. As you progress, the road will transition, offering a blend of quicker highway travel and potentially more local, stop-and-go conditions. This variation means you'll experience different driving dynamics throughout the 1 hour and 22-minute trip. It's not a monotonous interstate cruise, nor is it a purely rural byway, offering a bit of both.
44% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.1 mi on PA 309.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Hoffert Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.8 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.1 miles (South Hoffert Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.6 miles (PA 309 / Sellersville Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Fountain Hill, PA and Croydon, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Philadelphia and Harrisburg.
Patp: Philadelphia
36.4 mi in
|
~1h
Harrisburg
36.4 mi in
|
~1h
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 51.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (44%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.1 miles on PA 309. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.13 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Croydon, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Hoffert Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.6 miles (PA 309 / Sellersville Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Independence National Historical Park, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial and Valley Forge National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Croydon, PA before heading back.
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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