If you are planning to travel from Cherry Hill to Irvington, expect a straightforward 77.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 39 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single day, as the duration is manageable without needing an overnight stay. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major arterial roads, specifically the New Jersey Turnpike and the Garden State Parkway. With fuel costs estimated at around $13, it remains a budget-friendly transit option within the Northeast region. Since both cities are located within New Jersey, you will remain in the same geographic region throughout the entire drive. This route is designed for efficiency, prioritizing speed and connectivity between these two points over leisurely backroads.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.8 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New Jersey Turnpike
55.9 mi
1h 4m
Garden State Parkway
13.9 mi
19m
Kaighns Avenue
2.5 mi
4m
NJ 73
0.7 mi
<1m
Stuyvesant Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
NJ-73
0.5 mi
<1m
Lyons Avenue
0.4 mi
<1m
Haddonfield Road
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 55.9 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cherry Hill, NJ and Irvington, NJ.
1
Start on CR 644
0.1 mi·16 sec·Haddonfield Road
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·36 sec
Toward NJ 38 East: Mount Holly
3
Merge onto NJ 38
2.5 mi·4 min·Kaighns Avenue
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi·46 sec
Toward NJ 73 South: Marlton
5
Merge onto NJ-73
0.5 mi·49 sec·NJ-73
6
Continue on NJ 73
0.7 mi·46 sec·NJ 73
Use the right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward NJTP North: New YorkUse the straight / right lanes.
9
Merge onto NJTP
15 mi·16 min·New Jersey Turnpike
10
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP
41 mi·47 min·New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 11Toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, WoodbridgeUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward GSP North: Garden State ParkwayUse the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto GSP
14 mi·19 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 143Toward IrvingtonUse the slight right lane.
15
Turn left onto Cleremont Avenue
0.1 mi·21 sec·Cleremont Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto CR 602
0.4 mi·55 sec·Lyons Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Turn right onto CR 619
0.6 mi·1 min·Stuyvesant Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Arrive at destination
CR 619
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. While you could technically make the drive without stopping, it is always wise to keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the Turnpike to ensure you cover the $13 estimated cost comfortably. Given that the route is almost entirely highway-based, try to avoid peak rush hours to ensure you maintain that 1 hour and 39-minute travel time. Since there are no scheduled stops in the itinerary, make sure you are well-rested before heading out. A smart tip for this specific drive is to keep your E-ZPass ready, as the heavy reliance on the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway involves multiple toll points.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 38.8 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 17 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.8 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Irvington, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cherry Hill, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cherry Hill, NJ
This is one driving day of about 77.7 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New Jersey Turnpike for about 55.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.7 and 76.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
4.7 mi into trip|~8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJTP North: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward NJTP North: New York
6
19.8 mi into trip|~26m in|NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
61.2 mi into trip|~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 11
Toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbri...
7
61.7 mi into trip|~1h 15m in
Keep slight right at fork toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway
7
76.3 mi into trip|~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward Irvington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 143
Toward Irvington
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.88 one way
$25.76 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$14.11
$28.22
premium
$4.93
$15.07
$30.14
diesel
$5.61
$17.16
$34.31
Estimated Tolls: $8.66
New Jersey Turnpike
(55.9 mi)$7.83
Garden State Parkway
(13.9 mi)$0.83
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Tolls
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.3
0
$8.16
$3.73
Efficient EV
19.4
0
$6.80
$3.11
EV Truck/SUV
31.1
0
$10.88
$4.97
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Cherry Hill, NJ
Late night
in Cherry Hill on Sunday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Partly Sunny
SW 10 to 15 mph12% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Irvington, NJ
Late night
in Irvington on Sunday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 6 to 18 mph9% chanceLive forecast
45°F
West Windsor, NJ
39 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 39m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Thomas Edison National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...
Silk cloth and steam locomotives; textiles and continuous paper rolls; firearms and aircraft engines. What do these things have in common? All were manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ. In 17...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 77.7
Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...
15 mi from route
~37 min detour
Free
near mile 72.3
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a high-speed, highway-focused experience, as 91% of this route consists of major thoroughfares. You will quickly transition from local roads like Kaighns Avenue onto the New Jersey Turnpike, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 55.9 miles. Because the route is dominated by interstates, you should anticipate a consistent, fast-paced rhythm behind the wheel rather than a winding or scenic drive. The transition between the turnpike and the Garden State Parkway keeps the momentum high, making this a functional commute rather than a recreational cruise. Be prepared for the typical intensity of high-traffic Northeast corridors as you navigate these primary roads.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.9 mi on New Jersey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 77.7 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.8 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 61.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
157 ft27 ft
Total Climb
259 ft
Total Descent
156 ft
Highest Point
157 ft
~77.7 mi in
Elevation Range
130 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Cherry Hill, NJ and Irvington, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York, Gsp and Woodbridge.
Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike
4.2 mi in|~7m
Njtp North: New York
4.7 mi in|~8m
Gsp
61.2 mi in|~1h 14m
Woodbridge
61.2 mi in|~1h 14m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 77.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.9 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $8.66 in tolls one way, starting with New Jersey Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Irvington, NJ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.8 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 61.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park and Morristown National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Irvington, NJ before heading back.
