How far is Croydon, PA from Ridley Park, PA?
The driving distance from Croydon, PA to Ridley Park, PA is about 31.8 miles (51.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.4 miles (42.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 45m.
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Halfway Point
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Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Croydon and Ridley Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Croydon and Ridley Park.
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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
28.2 mi · 38 min · Delaware Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Chester, Waterfront, Ridley Park, Penn Terminals
1068 ft · 26 sec
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Keep slight right
92 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto South Stewart Avenue
1000 ft · 23 sec · South Stewart Avenue
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Turn right onto West Chester Pike
1719 ft · 47 sec · West Chester Pike
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Turn left onto North Swarthmore Avenue
741 ft · 17 sec · North Swarthmore Avenue
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Turn right onto East Sellers Avenue
928 ft · 25 sec · East Sellers Avenue
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Turn straight onto East Ward Avenue
100 m · 15 sec · East Ward Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Ward Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Croydon and Ridley Park.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Delaware Expressway
Merge slight left onto Delaware Expressway
28.2 mi · 00h 38m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Croydon and Rain Showers near Ridley Park.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Croydon to Ridley Park?
The road trip is about 31.8 miles (51.1 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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 15.8 miles from Croydon and 15.9 miles from Ridley Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.4 miles (42.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 4:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.58 one way or $9.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Croydon and Rain Showers near Ridley Park.
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 Ridley Park. Straight-line distance: 26.42 mi (42.52 km).
#1 Croydon
A borough located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 9,693 |
| Coordinates | 40.0873300, -74.9035000 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ridley Park
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 7,067 |
| Coordinates | 39.8812200, -75.3238000 |
| Altitude | 28 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ridley Park (-75.3238, 39.88122)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $4.58 | $9.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $5.15 | $10.30 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $5.55 | $11.10 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $6.70 | $13.40 |
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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