Origin
Smithfield, PA
Afternoon in Smithfield on Wednesday
Local time
4:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Smithfield, PA to Croydon, PA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
5h 50m
Distance
306.8 mi
494 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 37m
★
6 AM
5h 50m
8 AM
6h 17m
10 AM
6h 0m
12 PM
5h 57m
3 PM
6h 1m
5 PM
6h 15m
8 PM
5h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Smithfield, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Smithfield, PA to Croydon, PA covers 306.8 miles and takes about 5h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 119, Mon/Fayette Expressway 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 $50.86 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
153.4 miles from Smithfield, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 5h 50m highway drive covering 306.8 miles, with most of the trip on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 119. 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 US 119. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 38.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 50m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 38.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 38.9 miles (I 70; 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
38.5 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the ramp toward PATP, I 70, I 76
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PATP, I 70, I 76
5
38.6 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
38.9 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
I 70; I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
300.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 39m 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
305.2 mi into trip
|
~5h 47m in
|
State Road
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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 Smithfield, PA to Croydon, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.
Patp
38.5 mi in
|
~53m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 262 mi | 4h 45m |
| US 119 | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| Mon/Fayette Expressway | 8 mi | 10m |
| Pleasant Valley Road | 7.9 mi | 13m |
| PA 31 | 6 mi | 9m |
| Street Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| Mon-Fayette Expressway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| State Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 262 mi, about 4h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smithfield, PA and Croydon, PA.
1
Start on US 119
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Morgantown Street
2
Continue on US 119
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Morgantown Road
3
Turn right onto Big Six Road
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Big Six Road
4
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
5
Continue on PA 43
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Mon-Fayette Expressway
6
Continue on PA 43
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Mon/Fayette Expressway
7
Continue on US 119
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US 119
8
Take the exit
244 ft
·
6 sec
9
Turn straight onto PA 982
7.9 mi
·
13 min
·
Pleasant Valley Road
10
Turn right onto PA 31
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
PA 31
11
Turn slight left
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
12
Turn left
28 ft
·
3 sec
13
Take the ramp
493 ft
·
12 sec
Toward PATP, I 70, I 76
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
15
Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP
262 mi
·
4 hr 45 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 153.4 miles from Smithfield, PA, or about 2h 59m 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 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 153.4 miles or 2h 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 46m
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 Smithfield, 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 Smithfield, PA
This is one driving day of about 306.8 miles and 5h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Smithfield, 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 153.4 mi from Smithfield, PA · 2h 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
153 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 153.4 miles from Smithfield, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.86 one way
$101.73 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
107 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $55.71 | $111.41 |
| premium | $4.93 | $59.50 | $119.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $67.74 | $135.48 |
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
$51
Tolls
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$110–$135
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 107.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 92 | 1 | $32.21 | $14.73 |
| Efficient EV | 76.7 | 0 | $26.85 | $12.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 122.7 | 1 | $42.95 | $19.64 |
Gas CO2
107 kg
EV CO2
36 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.
Destination
Croydon, PA
Afternoon in Croydon on Wednesday
Local time
4:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Cuba, NY
153 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
11 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
5h 50m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Smithfield, PA to Croydon, PA covers 306.8 miles and takes about 5h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 119, Mon/Fayette Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 153.4 miles from Smithfield, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $50.86 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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.
This is a straightforward 5h 50m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 38.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 38.9 miles (I 70; I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Smithfield, PA to Croydon, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.
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