How far is Croydon, PA from Providence, PA?

The estimated driving distance from Croydon, PA to Providence, PA is about 38.5 miles (62 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 28.6 miles (46 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Road route is being refreshed. This page currently uses an estimated driving distance until a routing provider returns the full road geometry.
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Road
38.55 mi
00h 59m · estimated
Flight
28.55 mi
45.95 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
28.55 mi
Kilometers
45.95 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
38.55 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
62.04 km
Drive Time
00h 59m

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 59m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Providence
Fri, Apr 10, 10:41 PM EDT
Return by in Croydon
Fri, Apr 10, 11:40 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Croydon
2026-04-10T21:42
Arrive Providence
Fri, Apr 10, 10:41 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 59m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:59 AM to 10:59 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:32 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Croydon
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Tioga
PA

Borough of Pennsylvania

From Croydon
14.3 mi
00h 29m
To Providence
24.3 mi
00h 29m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
70°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SW
Destination
69°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 2:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S

Driving Route Map

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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Croydon and Providence.

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
00h 59m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 58m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.9 mi
28.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Tioga
00h 29m from Croydon
Leave By
4:32 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Croydon and Mostly Sunny near Providence.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Croydon to Providence?

The road trip is about 38.5 miles (62 km) and usually takes 00h 59m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Tioga is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.3 miles from Croydon and 24.3 miles from Providence.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 28.6 miles (46 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:32 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.56 one way or $11.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Croydon and Mostly Sunny near Providence.

Stop Ideas Near Tioga

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Tioga and the surrounding midpoint area.
Bluestone Lane City Hall Coffee Shop
Coffee break 2.8 mi away

Bluestone Lane City Hall Coffee Shop

Philadelphia , PA
1 S Penn Square, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Rating 4.2/5 163 reviews Coffee shop,Bar,Cafe
Dilworth Park
Scenic stop 2.7 mi away

Dilworth Park

Philadelphia , PA
1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, United States
Rating 4.5/5 7,605 reviews Tourist attraction,Event venue,Park
Philadelphia Marriage License
Meeting point 2.7 mi away

Philadelphia Marriage License

Philadelphia , PA
415 City Hall, 1401 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Rating 4.3/5 45 reviews City government office,Marriage license bureau
City Hall
Nearby stop 2.8 mi away

City Hall

Philadelphia , PA
Philadelphia, PA 19107, United States
Rating 4.3/5 106 reviews Subway station

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tioga.

RAIL

North Philadelphia station

2 mi away
2900 North Broad St.
RAIL

30th Street Station

6 mi away
2955 Market St.
RAIL

Ardmore

10 mi away
Station Road and Lancaster Ave.
BUS

Pennsauken, NJ

10 mi away
215 Derousse Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Croydon and Providence. Straight-line distance: 28.55 mi (45.95 km).

Croydon

#1 Croydon

A borough located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.

Population9,693
Coordinates40.0873300, -74.9035000
Altitude6
CountryUnited States
Providence

#2 Providence

Township in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

Population7,026
Coordinates39.8884500, -75.3763000
Altitude39
CountryUnited States
Start: Croydon (-74.9035, 40.08733)
End: Providence (-75.3763, 39.88845)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 62 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 17m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 57m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 46m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 38m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 33m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 28m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.36 gal
5.15 L · about $5.56
Round trip
$11.11
2.72 gal · 10.3 L
Estimated CO2
12.1 kg one way
Round trip: 24.2 kg / 53 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $5.56 $11.11
Mid-grade $4.60 $6.25 $12.51
Premium $4.95 $6.74 $13.47
Diesel $5.98 $8.13 $16.27

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Pennsylvania · Apr 11, 2026

There is no time difference between Croydon and Providence. The current time is 21:42:26.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.