How far is Croydon, PA from Slocum, PA?
The driving distance from Croydon, PA to Slocum, PA is about 126.8 miles (204.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.8 miles (151 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 08m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 34m.
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Halfway Point
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Borough in Pennsylvania, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Croydon and Slocum.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Croydon and Slocum.
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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
17.1 mi · 18 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 476: Chester, Allentown
783 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 476 North: Allentown
1642 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
74.2 mi · 1 hr 20 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
1.1 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left
879 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 80 West: Hazleton
1650 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway
13.8 mi · 16 min · Keystone Shortway
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 309: Hazleton, Mountain Top
1191 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right onto North Hunter Highway
89 m · 5 sec · North Hunter Highway
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Continue on South Mountain Boulevard
1.4 mi · 2 min · South Mountain Boulevard
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Turn left onto South Main Road
1.2 km · 1 min · South Main Road
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Turn left onto Blue Ridge Trail
1080 ft · 24 sec · Blue Ridge Trail
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Take the ramp right
876 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left
4.1 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Nuangola
971 ft · 31 sec
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Turn left onto Church Road
2277 ft · 59 sec · Church Road
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Continue on Church Road
2693 ft · 1 min · Church Road
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Turn left onto Nuangola Road
2.1 mi · 4 min · Nuangola Road
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Turn left onto Blue Ridge Trail
1.2 km · 2 min · Blue Ridge Trail
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Keep slight left to continue on Blue Ridge Trail
1.1 km · 2 min · Blue Ridge Trail
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Turn slight right onto Slocum Road
1.6 mi · 4 min · Slocum Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Slocum Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Croydon and Slocum.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
74.2 mi · 01h 20m
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 Likely near Slocum.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Croydon to Slocum?
The road trip is about 126.8 miles (204.1 km) and usually takes 02h 34m 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?
Chapman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.4 miles from Croydon and 63.4 miles from Slocum.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.8 miles (151 km), while the road route adds roughly 33 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 1:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.31 one way or $36.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Croydon and Rain Showers Likely near Slocum.
Stop Ideas Near Chapman
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Croydon and Slocum. Straight-line distance: 93.81 mi (150.97 km).
#1 Croydon
A borough located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 9,693 |
| Coordinates | 40.0873300, -74.9035000 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Slocum
Township in central Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,087 |
| Coordinates | 41.1320300, -76.0457600 |
| Altitude | 349 |
| Country | United States |
End: Slocum (-76.04576, 41.13203)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 204 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 34m |
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 | $18.31 | $36.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $20.60 | $41.21 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $22.19 | $44.39 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $26.79 | $53.58 |
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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