How far is Croydon, PA from Whitaker, PA?
The driving distance from Croydon, PA to Whitaker, PA is about 307.6 miles (495 km), with a travel time of about 05h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 263.8 miles (424.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 46m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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City in Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Croydon and Whitaker.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Croydon and Whitaker.
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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
2635 ft · 1 min · 5th Avenue
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Turn slight right onto Duquesne
1254 ft · 46 sec
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Continue on McKeesport-Duquesne Bridge
2306 ft · 39 sec · McKeesport-Duquesne Bridge
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Continue on South Duquesne Avenue
2202 ft · 50 sec · South Duquesne Avenue
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Continue on Duquesne Boulevard
1.8 mi · 3 min · Duquesne Boulevard
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Continue on Kennywood Boulevard
1.5 mi · 3 min · Kennywood Boulevard
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Turn left onto Mifflin Road
763 ft · 23 sec · Mifflin Road
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Continue on Mifflin Street
928 ft · 27 sec · Mifflin Street
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Turn right onto Whitaker Way
159 m · 19 sec · Whitaker Way
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Turn left onto Hamilton Street
1044 ft · 46 sec · Hamilton Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hamilton Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Croydon and Whitaker.
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 Whitaker.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Croydon to Whitaker?
The road trip is about 307.6 miles (495 km) and usually takes 05h 53m 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?
Washington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 153.5 miles from Croydon and 154 miles from Whitaker.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 263.8 miles (424.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:14 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $44.33 one way or $88.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 96.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Croydon and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Whitaker.
Stop Ideas Near Washington
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 Washington.
Lewistown
Harrisburg Transportation Center
Huntingdon
Middletown
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Croydon and Whitaker. Straight-line distance: 263.82 mi (424.57 km).
#1 Croydon
A borough located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 9,693 |
| Coordinates | 40.0873300, -74.9035000 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Whitaker
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,225 |
| Coordinates | 40.3984000, -79.8897700 |
| Altitude | 303 |
| Country | United States |
End: Whitaker (-79.88977, 40.3984)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 495 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 50m |
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 | $44.33 | $88.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $49.90 | $99.80 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $53.75 | $107.50 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $64.88 | $129.77 |
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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