Origin
Grill, PA
Morning in Grill on Friday
Local time
6:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grill, PA to Croydon, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
71.3 mi
115 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grill, PA
Gundula Vogel
Trip Overview
This 71.3-mile drive from Grill, PA to Croydon, PA is a straightforward journey, taking approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Pennsylvania Turnpike and Morgantown Expressway, with a segment on Street Road, this route is heavily highway-focused, with 87% of the drive on expressways. It's an ideal one-day trip, easily manageable within a single day without the need for an overnight stop. The estimated fuel cost is around $12, making it an economical option. This route stays within the Northeast region and the state of Pennsylvania, offering a consistent driving experience.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 71.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 87% of the 71.3 miles on high-speed roads. The Pennsylvania Turnpike forms the longest uninterrupted stretch at 53.1 miles, providing a consistent pace. While the primary roads are expressways, the inclusion of Street Road offers a slight variation as you approach your destination. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, with minimal deviations from major thoroughfares. This route is designed for making good time rather than leisurely sightseeing.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 53.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Morgantown Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.3 miles you will encounter 11 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 2.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.2 miles (I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 176 South: PA Turnpike, Morgantown
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 176 South: PA Turnpike, Morgantown
7
11.8 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
5
12.2 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge onto I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
65.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m 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
69.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
State Road
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 53.1 mi | 56m |
| Morgantown Expressway | 8.6 mi | 9m |
| Street Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| Morgantown Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| State Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Philadelphia Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Center Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 53.1 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grill, PA and Croydon, PA.
1
Start on Center Street
315 ft
·
14 sec
·
Center Street
2
Turn left
22 ft
·
3 sec
3
Turn right
220 ft
·
21 sec
4
Turn left onto PA 724
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Philadelphia Avenue
5
Turn right onto PA 10
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Morgantown Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 176 South: PA Turnpike, Morgantown
7
Merge onto I 176
8.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Morgantown Expressway
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 76; PATP
53 mi
·
56 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 352
Toward PA 132: Street Road
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn left onto PA 132
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Street Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Road
Use the left lane.
13
Arrive at destination
State Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.6 mi from Grill, PA · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.6 miles from Grill, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Croydon, PA
The final approach into Croydon, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.82 one way
$23.64 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.95 | $25.89 |
| premium | $4.93 | $13.83 | $27.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.74 | $31.48 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.90
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(53.1 mi)
$6.90
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Tolls
$7
Total
$19
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.49 | $3.42 |
| Efficient EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.5 | 0 | $9.98 | $4.56 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Morning in Croydon on Friday
Local time
6:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
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
1 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 24m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Grill, PA to Croydon, PA covers 71.3 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Morgantown Expressway, Street Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.6 miles from Grill, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.82 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 71.3 miles you will encounter 11 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 2.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.2 miles (I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Grill, PA to Croydon, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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