Dolsot House | Korean BBQ Restaurant
Near the end, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–9:15 pm
+18562160090
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 48m
Distance
86.5 mi
139 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gibbsboro, NJ
Joel Zar
This 86.5-mile drive from Jersey City, NJ, to Gibbsboro, NJ, is designed for a single day, taking about 1 hour and 48 minutes to complete. The majority of your journey, 91%, will be on highways, making it a straightforward trip. You'll primarily be navigating the New Jersey Turnpike and I-295. With an estimated fuel cost of $14, this route offers an economical way to travel within New Jersey. The overall feel is a practical, highway-focused experience, perfect for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43.3 miles from Jersey City, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 69 mi | 1h 20m |
| I 295 | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| Haddonfield-Berlin Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| US 1 Truck | 3 mi | 5m |
| US 1 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Lakeview Drive North | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| NJ 73 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Duncan Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Jersey City, NJ and Gibbsboro, NJ.
Start on Olean Avenue
Turn right onto Duncan Avenue
Turn left onto US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
Take the exit onto US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
Take the exit onto US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
Merge onto US 1; US 9
Take the exit
Merge onto I 78
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95/NJTP North Tolls
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto NJ 73
Take the exit
Merge onto I 295
Take the exit
Turn slight left
Turn left onto CR 561
Continue on CR 561
Continue on CR 561
Continue on CR 561
Turn right onto CR 686
Arrive at destination
Given the relatively short 1 hour and 48-minute duration for this 86.5-mile journey, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Aim to leave Jersey City earlier in the day to avoid potential traffic on the New Jersey Turnpike, especially if you're traveling on a weekday. With a fuel cost of around $14, keeping your tank topped up is easy. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan your own brief breaks as needed, perhaps around the halfway point. A good tip is to ensure your E-ZPass is active for the New Jersey Turnpike to streamline your passage.
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.
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 19 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.3 miles or 54m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gibbsboro, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Jersey City, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Jersey City, NJ
This is one driving day of about 86.5 miles and 1h 48m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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.
A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 43.3 miles from Jersey City, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New Jersey Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
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Near the end, short detour
Hours: 11 am–9:15 pm
+18562160090
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Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Near the end, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–9:15 pm
+18562160090
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Hours: 2–10 pm
+18567512800
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Hours: 11:30 am–9:30 pm
+18564897373
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Dayton, New Jersey
Hours: 12–3 pm
+17323331199
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Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 11:30 am–8:45 pm
+18568881578
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Linden, New Jersey
Hours: 12 pm–12 am
+19089254166
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Mt Laurel Township, New Jersey
Hours: 12–9 pm
+18564391941
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Clementon, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18568823408
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Cranbury, NJ
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
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Robbinsville Twp, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
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Jersey City, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
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East Windsor, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
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Edison, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
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Kearny, New Jersey
+19083121242
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
East Windsor, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
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Monroe Township, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Jersey City, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–10 pm
+12019151388
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 4–10 pm
+18562727475
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Jersey City, New Jersey
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
+12016042702
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 12:30–11 pm
+18563246417
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: Closed
+18567956225
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Newark, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+19732683500
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 2–9 pm
+18563935500
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 5 am–10 pm
+18564953080
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 82.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit onto US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck toward US 1 South, US 9 South: Newark Airport, Port Newark Elizabeth Seaport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 78 East, I 95, NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike Toll
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 73 North: Camden
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward CR 561: Haddonfield, Voorhees, Gibbsboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$14.34 one way
$28.68 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $15.71 | $31.41 |
| premium | $4.93 | $16.78 | $33.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.10 | $38.20 |
Estimated Tolls: $9.66
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
$14
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26 | 0 | $9.08 | $4.15 |
| Efficient EV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.57 | $3.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.6 | 0 | $12.11 | $5.54 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Jersey City on Sunday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Gibbsboro on Sunday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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Expect a highway-centric experience on this 86.5-mile trip, with 91% of the drive utilizing major roadways. The New Jersey Turnpike will present the longest uninterrupted stretch, covering 69 miles. As you transition to I-295 and then Haddonfield-Berlin Road, the character remains largely highway-focused, prioritizing speed and directness over scenic detours. This profile means you'll spend most of your time on well-maintained, high-speed roads, making for a predictable driving experience.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and I 295. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 86.5 miles you will encounter 21 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 0.9 miles (US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Jersey City, NJ and Gibbsboro, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike Toll, Njtp South: Trenton, Njtp South: Camden, Wilmington, Camden and Cr 561: Haddonfield - among others.
Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike Toll
Njtp South: Trenton
Njtp South: Camden
Wilmington
Camden
Cr 561: Haddonfield
Voorhees
Jersey City is New Jersey's second-largest city. Jersey City sits in Hudson County in the northeastern section of the state, across the Hudson from its older and bigger cousin, New York City, and south of Hoboken. It is frequently referred to as New York’s “sixth borough”. Until the early 1600s, the area was inhabited by Lenape Indians. The Dutch then settled here as a part of the colony of New Amsterdam. It evolved into an industrial powerhouse, with railroads winding up and down the city (some of these lines are still used today). Although Jersey City declined in the 1960s, an upswing began in the 1980s, and the city was transformed into what it is today.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 86.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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