Origin
Pennsport, PA
Evening in Pennsport on Wednesday
Local time
5:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pennsport, PA to Croydon, PA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
29m
Distance
19.2 mi
31 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pennsport, PA
Illya Goloborodko
Trip Overview
The drive from Pennsport, PA to Croydon, PA covers 19.2 miles and takes about 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Delaware Expressway, State Road, Street Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.2 miles on Delaware Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.18 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
9.6 miles from Pennsport, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 29m highway drive covering 19.2 miles, with most of the trip on Delaware Expressway and State Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 15.2 miles on Delaware Expressway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Delaware Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 15.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Delaware Expressway and State Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Moyamensing Avenue.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 19.2 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (East Moyamensing Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Morris Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Moyamensing Avenue
Turn left onto East Moyamensing Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Morris Street
Turn left onto Morris Street
Navigation decision point
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 676: Central Philadelphia
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 676: Central Philadelphia
7
16.8 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward PA 132: Street Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 37
Toward PA 132: Street Road
7
17.7 mi into trip
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~26m in
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State Road
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware Expressway | 15.2 mi | 20m |
| State Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Street Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Front Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Christopher Columbus Boulevard | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Morris Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Moyamensing Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Delaware Expressway
— 15.2 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pennsport, PA and Croydon, PA.
1
Start on Mountain Street
122 ft
·
11 sec
·
Mountain Street
2
Turn left onto East Moyamensing Avenue
261 ft
·
19 sec
·
East Moyamensing Avenue
3
Turn left onto Morris Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Morris Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto South Front Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Front Street
5
Turn right onto Washington Avenue
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Washington Avenue
6
Turn left onto South Christopher Columbus Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Christopher Columbus Boulevard
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 676: Central Philadelphia
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 95
15 mi
·
20 min
·
Delaware Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 37
Toward PA 132: Street Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto Street Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Street Road
11
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Road
Use the left lane.
12
Arrive at destination
State Road
Trip Plan
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 9.6 miles from Pennsport, PA, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.2 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 19 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.6 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Croydon, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Pennsport, PA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Pennsport, PA
This is one driving day of about 19.2 miles and 29m.
At 19.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Delaware Expressway for about 15.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.6 mi from Pennsport, PA · 15m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.6 miles from Pennsport, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Croydon, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Croydon, PA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.18 one way
$6.37 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.49 | $6.97 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.72 | $7.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.24 | $8.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.02 | $0.92 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.68 | $0.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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 Wednesday
Local time
5:40 PM
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
35 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
29m 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 Pennsport, PA to Croydon, PA covers 19.2 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Delaware Expressway, State Road, 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 9.6 miles from Pennsport, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.18 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 19.2 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (East Moyamensing Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Morris Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Pennsport, PA to Croydon, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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