Origin
Delanco, NJ
Late night in Delanco on Wednesday
Local time
2:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Delanco, NJ to Trenton, NJ
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 2, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
33m
Distance
24.6 mi
40 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Delanco, NJ
Dajana Blakcori
Trenton, NJ
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Delanco, NJ to Trenton, NJ is 24.6 miles and takes about 33 minutes via I 295 and Warren Street, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive that's perfect for a quick errand or a brief scenic detour without requiring an overnight stay. You'll find it to be a practical option for getting between these two locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 13.9 mi | 16m |
| Warren Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Burlington Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Mount Holly Road | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Beverly Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| South Olden Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Arena Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| High Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 13.9 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delanco, NJ and Trenton, NJ.
1
Start on this road
30 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto CR 543
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Burlington Avenue
3
Continue on CR 543
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Warren Street
4
Continue on CR 543
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Beverly Road
5
Turn slight left onto US 130; CR 543
378 ft
·
6 sec
·
Burlington Pike
6
Continue on US 130; CR 543
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Washington Avenue
7
Take the exit
233 ft
·
6 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Turn straight onto CR 632
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Mott Avenue
9
Continue on CR 632
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Morris Avenue
10
At end of road, turn right onto CR 541
0.6 mi
·
44 sec
·
High Street
11
Continue on CR 541
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Mount Holly Road
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
13
Merge onto I 295
14 mi
·
16 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 61B
Toward Arena Drive West, Olden Avenue
Use the right lane.
15
Turn straight onto CR 620
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Arena Drive
16
Turn left onto CR 622
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Olden Avenue
17
Turn left onto CR 606
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hamilton Avenue
18
Turn right onto CR 626
6 ft
·
0 sec
·
Chambers Street
19
Arrive at destination
CR 626
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 21.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 543 / Burlington Avenue
Turn right onto CR 543 / Burlington Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
5.7 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
CR 541 / High Street
At end of road, turn right onto CR 541 / High Street
Navigation decision point
5
8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
21.9 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward Arena Drive West, Olden Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 61B
Toward Arena Drive West, Olden Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.11 one way
$8.22 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.67 | $4.52 | $9.05 |
| premium | $5.01 | $4.85 | $9.71 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $5.42 | $10.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.58 | $1.18 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.15 | $0.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.44 | $1.57 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Trenton, NJ
Late night in Trenton on Wednesday
Local time
2:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
33m 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 drive is a mix of highway and surface roads, with 56% of the route on highways. You'll experience a longest stretch of 13.9 miles on I 295 before transitioning to surface streets like Warren Street and Burlington Avenue. Expect to encounter denser traffic and more frequent exits as you approach Trenton.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.9 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 543 / Burlington Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 24.6 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (CR 543 / Burlington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles (CR 541 / High Street): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
80 ft
6 ft
Total Climb
182 ft
Total Descent
137 ft
Highest Point
80 ft
~5.6 mi in
Elevation Range
74 ft
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.
On the drive from Delanco, NJ to Trenton, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Arena Drive West along the way.
Arena Drive West
21.9 mi in
|
~28m
About the Cities
Starting in Delanco, NJ
Full guide →Founded 1859
Arriving in Trenton, NJ
Full guide →Founded 1719
Trenton is in Mercer County, and is the capital of New Jersey. The city's strategic location in between New York City and Philadelphia has historically contributed to its growth and significantly impacts local culture. Located on the Delaware River across from Pennsylvania, Trenton is the only accessible capital city in the United States to border another state.
Top landmarks
- • New Jersey State House — state capitol building of the U.S. state of New Jersey
- • First Presbyterian Church — church in Trenton, New Jersey
- • Calhoun Street Bridge — bridge over the Delaware River between Morrisville, Pennsylvania and Trenton, Ne...
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 33m. Total distance: 24.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.9 miles on I 295. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 2 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 Trenton, 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: near the start (CR 543 / Burlington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles (CR 541 / High Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Trenton, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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