How far is Croydon, PA from Apollo, PA?
The driving distance from Croydon, PA to Apollo, PA is about 312.7 miles (503.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 247.9 miles (399 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Croydon and Apollo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Croydon and Apollo.
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Start on State Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · State Road
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Turn right onto Street Road
4.2 mi · 7 min · Street Road
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Take the ramp left toward US 1 North: Trenton
921 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lincoln Highway
1524 ft · 26 sec · Lincoln Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 276, PATP
3193 ft · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown
872 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
276.8 mi · 5 hr 1 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70 West, US 119, PA Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling WV, New Stanton
2253 ft · 55 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 119, PA Turnpike 66: Connellsville, Greensburg, Delmont
1.4 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward PA Turnpike 66 North: Delmont
1791 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
12.9 mi · 14 min · Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
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Continue straight
10.2 mi · 17 min
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Merge slight left onto State Route 66
1.5 mi · 2 min · State Route 66
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Take the exit slight right
129 m · 8 sec
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Merge slight left onto State Route 66
2.2 mi · 4 min · State Route 66
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Continue on Sheridan Road
1878 ft · 28 sec · Sheridan Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Croydon and Apollo.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
277 mi · 05h 01m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Croydon and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Apollo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Croydon to Apollo?
The road trip is about 312.7 miles (503.3 km) and usually takes 05h 55m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lurgan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 156.2 miles from Croydon and 156.6 miles from Apollo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 247.9 miles (399 km), while the road route adds roughly 64.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:10 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $45.07 one way or $90.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 98 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Croydon and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Apollo.
Stop Ideas Near Lurgan
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lurgan.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Croydon and Apollo. Straight-line distance: 247.92 mi (398.99 km).
#1 Croydon
A borough located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 9,693 |
| Coordinates | 40.0873300, -74.9035000 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Apollo
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,507 |
| Coordinates | 40.5814500, -79.5664300 |
| Altitude | 249 |
| Country | United States |
End: Apollo (-79.56643, 40.58145)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 503 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 54m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $45.07 | $90.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $50.73 | $101.45 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $54.64 | $109.29 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $65.96 | $131.92 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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