Origin
Cherry Hill, NJ
Late night in Cherry Hill on Sunday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cherry Hill, NJ to Metuchen, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
60.8 mi
98 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cherry Hill, NJ
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Metuchen, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Cherry Hill to Metuchen, you are looking at a direct 60.8-mile journey through the heart of New Jersey. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 19 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a straightforward day trip. Your path primarily utilizes the New Jersey Turnpike, US 1, and Kaighns Avenue to navigate between these two Northeast locations. With an estimated fuel cost of just $10, it is an economical route that requires no overnight stays. This drive is designed for pure utility, providing a practical link between the two points without the need for planned stops along the way.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 48.3 mi | 55m |
| US 1 | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Kaighns Avenue | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| NJ 73 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| NJ-73 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Haddonfield Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| State Route 18 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 48.3 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cherry Hill, NJ and Metuchen, 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 York
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Merge onto NJTP
15 mi
·
16 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
10
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP
34 mi
·
38 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 9
Toward NJ 18, US 1: New Brunswick
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick, Rutgers University
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
323 ft
·
7 sec
Toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick, Rutgers University
14
Merge onto NJ 18; CR 527
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
State Route 18
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward US 1 North: Newark
Use the left / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto US 1
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1
17
Continue on US 1
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 1
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on US 1
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 1
Use the right lane.
19
Continue on US 1
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
US 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward CR 531 North: Metuchen
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Turn straight onto CR 531
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Turn left onto NJ 27
209 ft
·
7 sec
·
Middlesex Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
NJ 27
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.4 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 4.7 and 54.7 — 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
8
53.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward NJ 18, US 1: New Brunswick
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 9
Toward NJ 18, US 1: New Brunswick
8
54.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick, Rutgers University
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick, Rutgers Univ...
7
54.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick, Rutgers University
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick, Rutgers Univ...
7
54.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward US 1 North: Newark
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 1 North: Newark
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.08 one way
$20.16 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.04 | $22.08 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.79 | $23.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.42 | $26.85 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.76
New Jersey Turnpike
(48.3 mi)
$6.76
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$7
Total
$17
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.38 | $2.92 |
| Efficient EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.32 | $2.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.51 | $3.89 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Metuchen, NJ
Late night in Metuchen on Sunday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Mansfield, NJ
30 mi in
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
3 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 19m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 89% of your time spent cruising on high-speed thoroughfares. You will quickly settle into a rhythm on the New Jersey Turnpike, which accounts for a substantial 48.3-mile stretch of your total mileage. While the journey begins on local roads like Kaighns Avenue, the experience is defined by the steady, efficient pace of the interstate system. Do not expect much variation in the terrain; instead, prepare for a consistent, functional drive that prioritizes speed and directness over winding backroads. Staying alert is key as you navigate these major arteries that connect the region.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 48.3 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 US 1. 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 Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.8 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 53.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Metuchen, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York and Rutgers University.
Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike
4.2 mi in
|
~7m
Njtp North: New York
4.7 mi in
|
~8m
Rutgers University
54.3 mi in
|
~1h 7m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 60.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 48.3 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.76 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 Metuchen, 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 53.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Metuchen, NJ before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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