Cherry Hill, NJ to Long Branch, NJ is 68.2 miles and takes about 1h 31m via New Jersey Turnpike and NJ 18, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically connecting two points in New Jersey. Given its relatively short duration and straightforward path, it's a convenient option for a quick day trip or a segment of a larger Northeast exploration. You'll mostly be on major roadways, making it a practical choice for those prioritizing direct travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.1 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 43m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New Jersey Turnpike
33.1 mi
38m
Franklin Street
9.3 mi
13m
NJ 18
8.1 mi
8m
NJ 36
4.3 mi
6m
NJ 33 Business
3 mi
5m
East Main Street
2.7 mi
4m
Kaighns Avenue
2.5 mi
4m
West Main Street
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 33.1 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cherry Hill, NJ and Long Branch, 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 right at fork onto NJTP
19 mi·21 min·New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto NJ 33
9.3 mi·13 min·Franklin Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto NJ 33 Business
3.0 mi·5 min·NJ 33 Business
Toward NJ 33 Business East: Freehold Business DistrictUse the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto CR 537
0.8 mi·1 min·West Main Street
Use the left lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 537
2.7 mi·4 min·East Main Street
15
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward NJ 18 South: Shore Points, Collingswood Park
16
Merge onto NJ 18
8.1 mi·8 min·NJ 18
17
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 13BToward NJ 36 East: Eatontown, Long Branch
18
Merge onto NJ 36
4.3 mi·6 min·NJ 36
Use the left lane.
19
Turn right onto 7th Avenue
0.4 mi·1 min·7th Avenue
20
At end of road, turn left onto Broadway
502 ft·13 sec·Broadway
21
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 1h 31m drive, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Cherry Hill in the morning should allow you to arrive in Long Branch with plenty of daylight, and you can plan your fuel stops accordingly, with an estimated cost of $11. Since there are no specific stops recommended, you can decide on the fly if you need a break. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially around interchanges, as they can impact your travel time on the New Jersey Turnpike.
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 34.1 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.1 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 15 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.1 miles or 43m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Long Branch, 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 68.2 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 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 33.1 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.7 and 62.5 — 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 right at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
47.6 mi into trip|~1h 1m in|NJ 33 Business
Take the exit onto NJ 33 Business toward NJ 33 Business East: Freehold Business District
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 33 Business East: Freehold Business D...
6
50.7 mi into trip|~1h 6m in|CR 537 / West Main Street
Turn left onto CR 537 / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
62.5 mi into trip|~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward NJ 36 East: Eatontown, Long Branch
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 13B
Toward NJ 36 East: Eatontown, Long Branch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.31 one way
$22.61 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg24 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$12.38
$24.77
premium
$4.93
$13.23
$26.45
diesel
$5.61
$15.06
$30.12
Estimated Tolls: $4.63
New Jersey Turnpike
(33.1 mi)$4.63
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
$11
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.5
0
$7.16
$3.27
Efficient EV
17.1
0
$5.97
$2.73
EV Truck/SUV
27.3
0
$9.55
$4.36
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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 20, 2026
Origin
Cherry Hill, NJ
Late night
in Cherry Hill on Tuesday
Local time
5:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Partly Sunny
NW 15 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 20 at 2:30PM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 20 at 2:30PM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Destination
Long Branch, NJ
Late night
in Long Branch on Tuesday
Local time
5:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Partly Sunny
NW 10 mph11% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 20 at 2:30PM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 20 at 2:30PM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
61°F
Manalapan, NJ
34 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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 31m 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.
Gateway National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
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...
18 mi from route
~46 min detour
Free
near mile 68.2
Park Closure: Dead Horse Bay (Brooklyn) Remains Closed to the Public
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is mostly highway, with 73% of the drive on high-speed roads. You'll experience a long stretch of 33.1 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike before transitioning to surface streets like Franklin Street and NJ 18. Be prepared for frequent exits and merges as you navigate these major arteries, especially as you get closer to your destination. The latter part of the drive will involve more local traffic and traffic signals.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.1 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 Franklin Street. 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 68.2 miles you will encounter 18 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 47.6 miles (NJ 33 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Long Branch, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York and Collingswood Park.
Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike
4.2 mi in|~7m
Njtp North: New York
4.7 mi in|~8m
Collingswood Park
54.2 mi in|~1h 11m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 68.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.1 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.63 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.
Yes — we found about 5 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Long Branch, 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 47.6 miles (NJ 33 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Gateway National Recreation Area. 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 Long Branch, NJ before heading back.
