How far is Croydon, PA from Providence, PA?
The driving distance from Croydon, PA to Providence, PA is about 35.4 miles (56.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.6 miles (46 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Croydon and Providence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Croydon and Providence.
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Start on State Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · State Road
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Turn right onto Street Road
1 km · 1 min · Street Road
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Turn left onto I 95 South: Central Philadelphia
1087 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto Delaware Expressway
29.3 mi · 40 min · Delaware Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
1623 ft · 40 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MacDade Boulevard
1526 ft · 37 sec
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Continue on MacDade Boulevard West
1983 ft · 49 sec
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Keep slight right
132 m · 11 sec
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Turn straight onto Macdade Boulevard
1805 ft · 50 sec · Macdade Boulevard
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Turn right onto Bullens Lane
1805 ft · 53 sec · Bullens Lane
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Bullens Lane
1656 ft · 46 sec · Bullens Lane
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Chester Road
1090 ft · 29 sec · Chester Road
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Turn left onto South Providence Road
1.3 km · 2 min · South Providence Road
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Turn left onto West Rose Valley Road
1466 ft · 46 sec · West Rose Valley Road
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Turn left onto Bickmore Drive
104 m · 16 sec · Bickmore Drive
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Turn right onto Scott Lane
1232 ft · 57 sec · Scott Lane
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Turn right onto Beaumont Drive
35 m · 5 sec · Beaumont Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Beaumont Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Croydon and Providence.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Delaware Expressway
Merge slight left onto Delaware Expressway
29.3 mi · 00h 40m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Croydon and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 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 35.4 miles (56.9 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Center City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.6 miles from Croydon and 17.7 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 6.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.11 one way or $10.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Croydon and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Providence.
Stop Ideas Near Center City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Bluestone Lane City Hall Coffee Shop
Dilworth Park
Philadelphia Marriage License
City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Center City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Croydon and Providence. Straight-line distance: 28.55 mi (45.95 km).
#1 Croydon
A borough located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 9,693 |
| Coordinates | 40.0873300, -74.9035000 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Providence
Township in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 7,026 |
| Coordinates | 39.8884500, -75.3763000 |
| Altitude | 39 |
| Country | United States |
End: Providence (-75.3763, 39.88845)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $5.11 | $10.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $5.75 | $11.50 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $6.19 | $12.39 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $7.48 | $14.95 |
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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