How far is Croydon, PA from West Homestead, PA?
The driving distance from Croydon, PA to West Homestead, PA is about 310 miles (498.9 km), with a travel time of about 05h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 265 miles (426.4 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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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 West Homestead.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Croydon and West Homestead.
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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
284.7 mi · 5 hr 10 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward US 30: Irwin, McKeesport
3215 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 30 West: Pittsburgh
1611 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lincoln Highway
3.3 mi · 6 min · Lincoln Highway
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Turn left onto Lincoln Way
6.2 mi · 11 min · Lincoln Way
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Turn left onto 5th Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · 5th Avenue
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Turn straight onto Lysle Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · Lysle Boulevard
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Continue on Jerome Street Bridge
788 ft · 15 sec · Jerome Street Bridge
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Continue on West 5th Avenue
1 km · 60 sec · West 5th Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on West 5th Avenue
2851 ft · 1 min · West 5th Avenue
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Continue on Richland Avenue
2073 ft · 35 sec · Richland Avenue
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Continue on Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard
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Turn right onto Buttermilk Hollow Road
2428 ft · 46 sec · Buttermilk Hollow Road
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Continue on Mifflin Road
2444 ft · 1 min · Mifflin Road
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Turn right onto Interboro Avenue
2850 ft · 1 min · Interboro Avenue
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Turn left onto West Run Road
1.6 km · 2 min · West Run Road
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Turn left onto Laurel Hill Drive
155 m · 29 sec · Laurel Hill Drive
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Turn left onto Pinewood Drive
1181 ft · 54 sec · Pinewood Drive
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Turn right onto Edgewood Drive
1349 ft · 59 sec · Edgewood Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Edgewood Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Croydon and West Homestead.
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
285 mi · 05h 10m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near West Homestead.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Croydon to West Homestead?
The road trip is about 310 miles (498.9 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 154.7 miles from Croydon and 155.2 miles from West Homestead.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 265 miles (426.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 45 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 $44.70 one way or $89.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 97.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Croydon and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near West Homestead.
Stop Ideas Near Lurgan
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lurgan.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Croydon and West Homestead. Straight-line distance: 264.97 mi (426.42 km).
#1 Croydon
A borough located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 9,693 |
| Coordinates | 40.0873300, -74.9035000 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Homestead
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,854 |
| Coordinates | 40.3939600, -79.9119900 |
| Altitude | 317 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Homestead (-79.91199, 40.39396)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 499 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 52m |
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 | $44.70 | $89.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $50.31 | $100.63 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $54.20 | $108.39 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $65.42 | $130.84 |
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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