Skip to main content

Trip from Morristown, NJ to Cherry Hill, 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 24m

Distance

61.9 mi

100 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min
4 AM
1h 18m ★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

town in Morris County, New Jersey, United States

Morristown, NJ

Wikimedia Commons

township in Camden County, New Jersey, in the United States

Cherry Hill, NJ

Wikimedia Commons

Trip Overview

Traveling from Morristown to Cherry Hill is a straightforward 61.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 24 minutes. Because this route is a quick, highway-focused drive, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $10 for fuel to complete the transit between these two Northeast locations. Navigating through New Jersey, you will primarily utilize the New Jersey Turnpike, Texas Road, and Kaighns Avenue to reach your destination. This trip serves as an efficient connection across the state, making it a practical choice for those who value speed and direct access over scenic detours. Whether you are heading south for business or a brief visit, the simplicity of the route allows for a stress-free travel experience.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New Jersey Turnpike 38.8 mi 44m
Texas Road 3.6 mi 6m
Kaighns Avenue 2.8 mi 4m
US Highway 9 2.5 mi 3m
Forsgate Drive 2.4 mi 3m
Matchaponix Avenue 1.9 mi 2m
Pergola Avenue 1.6 mi 2m
Cottrell Road 1.6 mi 3m
Longest stretch: New Jersey Turnpike — 38.8 mi, about 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Morristown, NJ and Cherry Hill, NJ.

1

Start on Hallandale Drive

315 ft · 19 sec · Hallandale Drive
2

Turn left onto Balmoral Avenue

0.2 mi · 1 min · Balmoral Avenue
3

At end of road, turn left onto CR 689

1.1 mi · 2 min · Morristown Road
4

At end of road, turn right onto NJ 34

0.8 mi · 1 min · NJ 34
5

Turn left onto CR 687

1.6 mi · 3 min · Cottrell Road
Use the left lane.
6

Turn right onto CR 516

0.6 mi · 1 min · Old Bridge-Matawan Road
7

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 14 sec
Toward US 9 South: Freehold
8

Merge onto US 9

2.5 mi · 3 min · US Highway 9
Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 10 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10

Turn right onto Texas Road

3.6 mi · 6 min · Texas Road
Use the straight lane.
11

Turn straight onto Matchaponix Avenue

1.9 mi · 2 min · Matchaponix Avenue
12

Continue on CR 612

1.6 mi · 2 min · Pergola Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
13

Turn right onto CR 522; CR 612

313 ft · 12 sec · Buckelew Avenue
14

Turn left onto CR 612

2.4 mi · 3 min · Forsgate Drive
Use the left lane.
15

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Toward I 95, NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike Use the slight right lane.
16

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward I 95, NJTP South: Trenton
17

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Merge onto I 95; NJTP

22 mi · 25 min · New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight right lane.
19

Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP

17 mi · 19 min · New Jersey Turnpike
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
20

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 55 sec
Exit 4 Toward NJ 73: Mount Laurel, Camden
21

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward NJ 73 North: Camden Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
22

Merge onto NJ 73

0.7 mi · 1 min · NJ 73
Use the slight right lane.
23

Continue on NJ-73

0.6 mi · 52 sec · NJ-73
24

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 43 sec
Toward NJ 38 West: Camden, Ben Franklin Bridge
25

Merge onto NJ 38

2.8 mi · 4 min · Kaighns Avenue
26

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward Haddonfield Road South, Haddonfield, Garden State Park
27

Turn right onto CR 644

0.3 mi · 27 sec · Haddonfield Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
28

Arrive at destination

CR 644

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Nottinghamshire, England

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mansfield, NJ

31 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

Old Bridge, NJ

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Mansfield, NJ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 30.9 miles from Morristown, 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 23

5 decision points cluster between mile 16.8 and 57 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
16.8 mi into trip | ~28m in

Take the ramp toward I 95, NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 95, NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike
6
17.2 mi into trip | ~29m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 95, NJTP South: Trenton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 95, NJTP South: Trenton
6
17.3 mi into trip | ~29m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
39.7 mi into trip | ~56m in | NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
7
57 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 73 North: Camden

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward NJ 73 North: Camden

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.26 one way

$20.52 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 22 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $11.24 $22.48
premium $4.93 $12.00 $24.01
diesel $5.61 $13.67 $27.33

Estimated Tolls: $5.43

New Jersey Turnpike (38.8 mi) $5.43

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$10

Tolls

$5

Total

$16

Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 18.6 0 $6.50 $2.97
Efficient EV 15.5 0 $5.42 $2.48
EV Truck/SUV 24.8 0 $8.67 $3.96

Gas CO2

22 kg

EV CO2

7 kg (68% 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

Morristown, NJ

Afternoon in Morristown on Sunday

Local time

2:09 PM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Cherry Hill, NJ

Afternoon in Cherry Hill on Sunday

Local time

2:09 PM

EDT

Current temp

82°F

Partly Sunny

SW 10 to 15 mph 12% chance Live forecast

46°F

Mansfield, NJ

31 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

12 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 24m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a trip dominated by high-speed transit, as roughly 70% of your time will be spent on major highways. The longest uninterrupted segment occurs on the New Jersey Turnpike, where you will cover 38.8 miles of consistent driving. This stretch sets the pace for the trip, offering a predictable environment that contrasts with the final transition onto local roads like Texas Road and Kaighns Avenue. You will find that the personality of the drive shifts from a fast-paced interstate grind to more localized traffic as you approach Cherry Hill. Ultimately, the route is designed for utility, providing a focused driving experience that prioritizes getting you to your destination with minimal interference.

70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.8 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 Texas Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 16.8 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 61.9 miles you will encounter 23 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 16.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

143 ft 54 ft

Total Climb

122 ft

Total Descent

163 ft

Highest Point

143 ft

~17.7 mi in

Elevation Range

90 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Morristown, NJ and Cherry Hill, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp South: Trenton, Njtp South: Camden, Wilmington and Camden.

Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike

16.8 mi in | ~28m

Njtp South: Trenton

17.2 mi in | ~29m

Njtp South: Camden

39.7 mi in | ~56m | via NJTP

Wilmington

39.7 mi in | ~56m | via NJTP

Camden

56.5 mi in | ~1h 15m

About the Cities

Starting in Morristown, NJ

Full guide →

Morristown is a town of 19,000 people (2019) in Morris County, New Jersey. Morristown has been called "the military capital of the American Revolution" because of its strategic role in the war for independence from Great Britain. This history is visible in a variety of locations throughout the town that collectively make up Morristown National Historical Park.

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 1h 24m. Total distance: 61.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 38.8 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $5.43 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 Cherry Hill, 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 16.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cherry Hill, 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.

Was this helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500

Explore More

Explore more options from Morristown, NJ or browse trips ending in Cherry Hill, NJ.

Looking for more statewide routes? Browse NJ road trips.