Origin
Ransom, PA
Afternoon in Ransom on Saturday
Local time
1:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ransom, 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
2h 38m
Distance
129.1 mi
208 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
16 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 28m
★
6 AM
2h 38m
8 AM
2h 59m
10 AM
2h 46m
12 PM
2h 44m
3 PM
2h 47m
5 PM
2h 58m
8 PM
2h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ransom, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
Ransom, PA to Croydon, PA is 129.1 miles and takes about 2h 38m via Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Pennsylvania Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip focuses on the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, primarily utilizing the state's turnpike system. Expect a fairly direct journey with minimal detours, making it a straightforward option for getting from point A to point B. The estimated fuel cost is quite reasonable, so you won't need to budget much for gas. This is a solid choice if you're looking for an efficient drive within the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
64.6 miles from Ransom, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 94.4 mi | 1h 44m |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 18 mi | 19m |
| Street Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| Coxton Road | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| Lower Narrows Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| State Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Oak Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 94.4 mi, about 1h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ransom, PA and Croydon, PA.
1
Start on Lower Narrows Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Lower Narrows Road
2
Continue on Coxton Road
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Coxton Road
3
Turn right onto North Main Street
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
4
Turn slight right onto Kennedy Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Kennedy Boulevard
5
Turn left onto US 11
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
William Street
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn sharp right onto South Township Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Township Boulevard
7
Turn left onto Oak Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Oak Street
Use the left lane.
8
Turn left onto PA 315
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Chestnut Street
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Toward PATP, I 476
10
Continue on this road
499 ft
·
17 sec
·
this road
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
12
Merge onto I 476; PATP
94 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 276 East: New Jersey
Use the right lane.
14
Merge onto I 276; PATP
18 mi
·
19 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
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2h 38m, this route is easily manageable in a single day, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid the earliest rush hour traffic. With only one major road system dominating the drive, your main consideration will be tolls. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a major exit opportunity is 94.4 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension; ensure you're fueled up before embarking on that segment.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.6 miles from Ransom, PA, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.4 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 28 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.6 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 9m
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 Ransom, 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 Ransom, PA
This is one driving day of about 129.1 miles and 2h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Ransom, 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 Northeast Extension for about 94.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.6 miles from Ransom, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94.4 miles.
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 125 decision points cluster between mile 7.1 and 127.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
7.1 mi into trip
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~15m in
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US 11 / William Street
Turn left onto US 11 / William Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
8.4 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
Oak Street
Turn left onto Oak Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
9.8 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward PATP, I 476
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PATP, I 476
7
123.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 27m 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
127.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 35m in
|
State Road
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.40 one way
$42.81 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $23.44 | $46.88 |
| premium | $4.93 | $25.04 | $50.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.50 | $57.01 |
Estimated Tolls: $14.62
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(112.4 mi)
$14.62
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
$21
Tolls
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
16 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Tilghman Square Shopping Center - Tesla Supercharger
Allentown, PA
Tesla
16 DCFC
Wawa - Tesla Supercharger
Quakertown, PA
Tesla
16 DCFC
Wilkes-Barre Township Commons - Tesla Supercharger
Wilkes-Barre Township, PA
Tesla
12 DCFC
Wawa - Tesla Supercharger
Allentown, PA
Tesla
12 DCFC
Hickory Run Service Plaza - Northbound - Tesla Supercharger
Jim Thorpe, PA
Tesla
8 DCFC
Hickory Run Service Plaza - Southbound - Tesla Supercharger
Jim Thorpe, PA
Tesla
8 DCFC
Wawa - Tesla Supercharger
Allentown, PA
Tesla
8 DCFC
Home Depot Trexlertown
Allentown, PA
eVgo Network
6 DCFC
Tesla: 7
APPLEGREEN: 2
EV Connect: 2
Non-Networked: 1
ChargePoint Network: 1
Electrify America: 1
eVgo Network: 1
FORD_CHARGE: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.7 | 0 | $13.56 | $6.20 |
| Efficient EV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.30 | $5.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.6 | 0 | $18.07 | $8.26 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
1:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
5 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
2h 38m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 102.4
Park Closure: Sun, Apr 19 - Park Entrance and Tour Roads Temporarily Closed for Rev Run
Park Closure: Admin Parking Lot Closed Fri 4/17 Until Sun 4/19 at Noon for Rev Run Setup
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 106.9
View on nps.gov
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial
National Memorial
Visit the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. See the...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 106.9
View on nps.gov
First State National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...
26 mi from route
~65 min detour
Free
near mile 106.9
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 87% of the route on major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and the Pennsylvania Turnpike. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 94.4 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent highway speeds. This profile suggests a drive characterized by smooth, fast travel, with the potential for some urban or suburban transitions as you approach Croydon.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 94.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 7.1 miles in near US 11 / William Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 129.1 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 7.1 miles (US 11 / William Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.4 miles (Oak Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
On the drive from Ransom, PA to Croydon, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.
Patp
9.8 mi in
|
~21m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 38m. Total distance: 129.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Ransom, PA to Croydon, PA covers 129.1 miles and takes about 2h 38m 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 64.6 miles from Ransom, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.40 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 129.1 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 7.1 miles (US 11 / William Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.4 miles (Oak Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Ransom, PA to Croydon, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.
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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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