Trip from Morrisville, PA to Croydon, PA

Drive Time

6h 18m

Distance

323.7 mi

521 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$54

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

6h 6m ★

6 AM

6h 19m

8 AM

6h 44m

10 AM

6h 28m

12 PM

6h 25m

3 PM

6h 29m

5 PM

6h 43m

8 PM

6h 11m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Morrisville, PA

Michael Taccetta

Trip Overview

The drive from Morrisville, PA to Croydon, PA covers 323.7 miles and takes about 6h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, Roy E. Furman Highway, US 40 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 262 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $53.56 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

161.8 miles from Morrisville, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 18m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 6h 18m highway drive covering 323.7 miles, with most of the trip on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Roy E. Furman Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 262 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

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 is the longest continuous segment at about 262 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Roy E. Furman Highway. 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 PA 21 / Roy E. Furman Highway.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 323.7 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 0.1 miles (PA 21 / Roy E. Furman Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | PA 21 / Roy E. Furman Highway

Turn right onto PA 21 / Roy E. Furman Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

24.6 mi into trip | ~38m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

24.8 mi into trip | ~38m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 119 North, US 40 West: Connellsville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 119 North, US 40 West: Connellsville

317.7 mi into trip | ~6h 8m 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

322.1 mi into trip | ~6h 16m 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 Morrisville, PA to Croydon, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.

Patp

55.5 mi in | ~1h 22m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike	262 mi	4h 45m
Roy E. Furman Highway	14.1 mi	19m
US 40	13.1 mi	15m
McClellandtown Road	10.5 mi	18m
Pleasant Valley Road	7.9 mi	13m
PA 31	6 mi	9m
Street Road	4 mi	6m
US 119	2.9 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 262 mi, about 4h 45m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Morrisville, PA and Croydon, PA.

Start on US 19

428 ft · 15 sec · Mount Morris Road

Turn right onto PA 21

14 mi · 19 min · Roy E. Furman Highway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on PA 21

10 mi · 18 min · McClellandtown Road

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 21 sec

Use the right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward US 119 North, US 40 West: Connellsville

Merge onto US 40; US 119

13 mi · 15 min · US 40; US 119

Continue on US 119; PA 711 Truck

2.9 mi · 3 min · US 119; PA 711 Truck

Take the exit

244 ft · 6 sec

Turn straight onto PA 982

7.9 mi · 13 min · Pleasant Valley Road

Turn right onto PA 31

6.0 mi · 9 min · PA 31

Turn slight left

0.2 mi · 33 sec

Turn left

28 ft · 3 sec

Take the ramp

493 ft · 12 sec

Toward PATP, I 70, I 76

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 35 sec

Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP

262 mi · 4 hr 45 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 54 sec

Exit 352 Toward PA 132: Street Road Use the slight right lane.

Turn left onto PA 132

4.0 mi · 6 min · Street Road

Use the straight / left lanes.

At end of road, turn left onto State Road

1.6 mi · 2 min · State Road

Use the left lane.

Arrive at destination

State Road

Trip Plan

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 161.8 miles from Morrisville, PA, or about 3h 18m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 262 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 49m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 161.8 miles or 3h 18m 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 11m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Croydon, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Morrisville, 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 Morrisville, PA

This is one driving day of about 323.7 miles and 6h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Morrisville, PA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 262 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 161.8 mi from Morrisville, PA · 3h 18m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cuba, NY

162 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

Washington, DC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cuba, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 161.8 miles from Morrisville, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 262 miles.

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.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

National Monument

More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Free near mile 189.7

View on nps.gov

Valley Forge National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Free near mile 290.2

View on nps.gov

Flight 93 National Memorial

National Memorial

On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their live...

8 mi from route ~19 min detour Free near mile 89.3

View on nps.gov

Fort Necessity National Battlefield

National Battlefield

The battle at Fort Necessity in the summer of 1754 was the opening action of the French and Indian War. This war was a clash of British, French and American Indian cultures. It ended with the removal...

11 mi from route ~28 min detour Free near mile 33.5

View on nps.gov

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...

13 mi from route ~32 min detour Free near mile 234.4

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Independence National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of I...

13 mi from route ~33 min detour $1 near mile 301.4

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$53.56 one way

$107.13 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 113 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$58.61	$117.22
premium	$4.92	$62.73	$125.45
diesel	$5.64	$71.91	$143.83

Estimated Tolls: $34.05

Pennsylvania Turnpike (262 mi) $34.05

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

$54

Tolls

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$113–$138

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 113.3 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	97.1	1	$33.99	$15.54
Efficient EV	80.9	0	$28.32	$12.95
EV Truck/SUV	129.5	1	$45.32	$20.72

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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Morrisville, PA

Morning in Morrisville on Monday

Local time

6:07 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Croydon, PA

Morning in Croydon on Monday

Local time

6:07 AM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

51°F

Cuba, NY

162 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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

2 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

6h 18m on the road

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Morrisville, PA to Croydon, PA covers 323.7 miles and takes about 6h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Roy E. Furman Highway, US 40. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 161.8 miles from Morrisville, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $53.56 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

On the drive from Morrisville, PA to Croydon, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.

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Trip from Morrisville, PA to Croydon, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Croydon, PA

National Parks Near This Route

Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

Valley Forge National Historical Park

Flight 93 National Memorial

Fort Necessity National Battlefield

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

Independence National Historical Park

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Morrisville, PA

Croydon, PA

Same local time

2 degrees warmer at arrival

6h 18m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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