Origin
Jim Thorpe, PA
Evening in Jim Thorpe on Sunday
Local time
8:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jim Thorpe, PA to Croydon, PA
Drive Time
1h 44m
Distance
87.4 mi
141 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 36m
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6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
2h 0m
10 AM
1h 50m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 59m
8 PM
1h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jim Thorpe, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Traveling from the charming hills of Jim Thorpe to Croydon is a straightforward journey spanning 87.4 miles. You can expect to complete this drive in approximately 1 hour and 44 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your route primarily utilizes the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and the Pennsylvania Turnpike, keeping your travel time efficient. Budgeting about $14 for fuel will cover the trip, which stays entirely within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. Because this is a direct, highway-focused drive, it offers a practical way to connect these two points without unnecessary detours.
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
43.7 miles from Jim Thorpe, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is defined by its efficiency, with 84% of the distance spent on high-speed highways. You will settle into a steady rhythm on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, which provides the longest uninterrupted stretch of 55.6 miles. While the drive is heavy on interstate travel, it eventually transitions onto Street Road as you approach your destination in Croydon. Behind the wheel, you should anticipate a consistent pace that favors quick transit over winding backroads. It is a functional, no-nonsense route that prioritizes speed and direct connectivity between your starting point and your arrival.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is the longest continuous segment at about 55.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Pennsylvania Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 87.4 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 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 63.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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
7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 476, PATP
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 476, PATP
6
7.3 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 476 South: Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
6
63.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward I 276 East: New Jersey
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 276 East: New Jersey
7
81.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m 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
85.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
|
State Road
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Jim Thorpe, PA to Croydon, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.
Patp
7 mi in
|
~12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 55.6 mi | 1h |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 18 mi | 19m |
| Street Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| Mauch Chunk Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Interchange Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| State Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North 1st Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 55.6 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jim Thorpe, PA and Croydon, PA.
1
Start on West 6th Street
135 ft
·
8 sec
·
West 6th Street
2
Turn right onto PA 903
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 209
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Lehigh Street
4
Turn left onto US 209
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Susquehanna Street
5
Continue on US 209
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Mauch Chunk Street
6
Continue on US 209
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North 1st Street
7
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North First Street
8
Continue on US 209
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Bankway Street
9
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Bridge Street
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 209
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Interchange Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 476, PATP
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
13
Merge onto I 476; PATP
56 mi
·
1 hr
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 276 East: New Jersey
Use the right lane.
15
Merge onto I 276; PATP
18 mi
·
19 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the none lane.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 352
Toward PA 132: Street Road
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn left onto PA 132
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Street Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Road
Use the left lane.
19
Arrive at destination
State Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 1 hour and 44-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Because you don't have any mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily complete the entire 87.4-mile trip in one go. Keep in mind that the majority of your time is spent on the turnpike system, so ensure you have your toll payment method ready before you hit the road. If you prefer to avoid heavy traffic, try planning your departure during mid-morning or early afternoon hours. This route's simplicity is its greatest strength, so enjoy the ease of a drive that lets you reach your destination without the need for complex planning.
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 43.7 miles from Jim Thorpe, PA, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.6 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.7 miles or 52m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Croydon, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jim Thorpe, 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 Jim Thorpe, PA
This is one driving day of about 87.4 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jim Thorpe, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 55.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.7 mi from Jim Thorpe, PA · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.7 miles from Jim Thorpe, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Croydon, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.46 one way
$28.92 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $15.82 | $31.65 |
| premium | $4.92 | $16.94 | $33.87 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.42 | $38.83 |
Estimated Tolls: $9.57
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(73.6 mi)
$9.57
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
$14
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.18 | $4.20 |
| Efficient EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.65 | $3.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35 | 0 | $12.24 | $5.59 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Evening in Croydon on Sunday
Local time
8:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
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
3 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 44m 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 Jim Thorpe, PA to Croydon, PA covers 87.4 miles and takes about 1h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Pennsylvania Turnpike, 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 43.7 miles from Jim Thorpe, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.46 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 is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 87.4 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 63.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Jim Thorpe, PA to Croydon, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.
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