How far is Croydon, PA from Wilkes-Barre, PA?
The driving distance from Croydon, PA to Wilkes-Barre, PA is about 118.6 miles (190.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 95.1 miles (153 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 41m 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 02h 20m.
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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 Wilkes-Barre.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Croydon and Wilkes-Barre.
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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
84.9 mi · 1 hr 32 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 115: Wilkes-Barre, Bear Creek
1.1 km · 2 min
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Turn left onto Bear Creek Boulevard
4.3 mi · 7 min · Bear Creek Boulevard
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Wilkes-Barre, Center City
1987 ft · 49 sec
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Keep slight left
135 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto Wilkes-Barre Boulevard
1.3 mi · 3 min · Wilkes-Barre Boulevard
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Turn right onto Scott Street
963 ft · 26 sec · Scott Street
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Turn left onto North Pennsylvania Avenue
2092 ft · 57 sec · North Pennsylvania Avenue
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Turn right onto East Market Street
862 ft · 22 sec · East Market Street
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Enter the roundabout toward Public Square
55 m · 4 sec · Public Square
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Public Square
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Croydon and Wilkes-Barre.
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
84.9 mi · 01h 32m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Croydon and Partly Sunny near Wilkes-Barre.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Croydon to Wilkes-Barre?
The road trip is about 118.6 miles (190.8 km) and usually takes 02h 20m 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?
Ancient Oaks is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.3 miles from Croydon and 59.3 miles from Wilkes-Barre.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 95.1 miles (153 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.5 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 1:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.08 one way or $34.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Croydon and Partly Sunny near Wilkes-Barre.
Stop Ideas Near Ancient Oaks
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 Ancient Oaks.
Paoli
White Haven, PA
Exton
Downingtown
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Croydon and Wilkes-Barre. Straight-line distance: 95.04 mi (152.96 km).
#1 Croydon
A borough located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 9,693 |
| Coordinates | 40.0873300, -74.9035000 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wilkes-Barre
County seat of Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 2,908 |
| Coordinates | 41.2459100, -75.8813100 |
| Altitude | 163 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wilkes-Barre (-75.88131, 41.24591)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 191 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
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 | $17.08 | $34.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $19.22 | $38.45 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $20.71 | $41.42 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $25.00 | $49.99 |
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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