How far is Croydon, PA from Tarentum, PA?
The driving distance from Croydon, PA to Tarentum, PA is about 319.3 miles (513.9 km), with a travel time of about 05h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 258.2 miles (415.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 57m 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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Croydon and Tarentum.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Croydon and Tarentum.
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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
304.5 mi · 5 hr 31 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 28: New Kensington, Pittsburgh
2697 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on New Kensington, Pittsburgh
1255 ft · 31 sec
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Continue on Freeport Road
2720 ft · 1 min · Freeport Road
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Turn right onto Indianola Road
1076 ft · 30 sec · Indianola Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward PA 28 North: New Kensington, Tarentum
1722 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto Allegheny Valley Expressway
3.8 mi · 5 min · Allegheny Valley Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Russellton, Creighton
2099 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Pittsburgh Northeast Airport, Creighton, New Kensington Bridge
78 m · 11 sec
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Turn straight onto Crawford Run Road
85 m · 14 sec · Crawford Run Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Freeport Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Freeport Road
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Continue on West 7th Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · West 7th Avenue
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Turn left onto East Street
59 m · 5 sec · East Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Croydon and Tarentum.
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
304 mi · 05h 31m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Croydon and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Tarentum.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Croydon to Tarentum?
The road trip is about 319.3 miles (513.9 km) and usually takes 05h 58m 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 159.4 miles from Croydon and 159.9 miles from Tarentum.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 258.2 miles (415.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 61.1 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 5:02 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $46.05 one way or $92.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 100.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Croydon and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Tarentum.
Stop Ideas Near Lurgan
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 Tarentum. Straight-line distance: 258.15 mi (415.46 km).
#1 Croydon
A borough located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 9,693 |
| Coordinates | 40.0873300, -74.9035000 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tarentum
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 4,338 |
| Coordinates | 40.6014600, -79.7597700 |
| Altitude | 242 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tarentum (-79.75977, 40.60146)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 514 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 59m |
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 | $46.05 | $92.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $51.83 | $103.66 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $55.83 | $111.66 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $67.39 | $134.79 |
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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