Trip from Pennsauken, NJ to Union, 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 40m

Distance

76.8 mi

124 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min

4 AM

1h 33m ★

6 AM

1h 40m

8 AM

1h 55m

10 AM

1h 45m

12 PM

1h 44m

3 PM

1h 46m

5 PM

1h 54m

8 PM

1h 36m

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

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Pennsauken, NJ

Alexa V. Mato

Union, NJ

Arjun Gheewala

Trip Overview

This 76.8-mile drive from Pennsauken, NJ, to Union, NJ, is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 40 minutes. With 89% of the route on highways, it's designed for efficient travel, making it an ideal day trip. The estimated fuel cost is around $13, so you won't break the bank getting between these two Northeast locations. Since there are no designated stops in the data, you can plan to drive straight through or build in your own breaks as needed. This route keeps you within New Jersey for the entire journey, offering a clear path through the state.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

38.4 miles from Pennsauken, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
New Jersey Turnpike	55.9 mi	1h 4m
Garden State Parkway	11.2 mi	15m
Church Road	1.9 mi	3m
Kaighns Avenue	1.5 mi	2m
NJ 73	0.7 mi	<1m
Morris Avenue	0.6 mi	1m
Rogers Avenue	0.5 mi	1m
NJ-73	0.5 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: New Jersey Turnpike — 55.9 mi, about 1h 4m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pennsauken, NJ and Union, NJ.

Start on US 130

136 ft · 4 sec · North Crescent Boulevard

Turn sharp left

211 ft · 20 sec

Turn right

86 ft · 8 sec

Turn right onto Merchantville Avenue

248 ft · 12 sec · Merchantville Avenue

Turn left onto CR 620

0.5 mi · 1 min · Rogers Avenue

Turn right onto CR 616

0.5 mi · 1 min · Cove Road

Continue on CR 616

1.8 mi · 2 min · Church Road

Use the left lane.

Turn slight left onto CR 616; CR 627

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Church Road

Toward Erlton, Evesboro, Maple Shade, All Turns

Turn right onto NJ 38

1.5 mi · 2 min · Kaighns Avenue

Use the right lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 46 sec

Toward NJ 73 South: Marlton

Merge onto NJ-73

0.5 mi · 49 sec · NJ-73

Continue on NJ 73

0.7 mi · 46 sec · NJ 73

Use the right lane.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward NJTP North: New York Use the straight / right lanes.

Merge onto NJTP

15 mi · 16 min · New Jersey Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP

41 mi · 47 min · New Jersey Turnpike

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 11 Toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto GSP

11 mi · 15 min · Garden State Parkway

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec

Exit 140 Toward US 22, NJ 82: Hillside Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto US 22

158 ft · 3 sec · US 22

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Toward NJ 82: Morris Avenue, Kean University, Elizabeth

Turn slight right onto NJ 82

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Morris Avenue

Turn slight right

507 ft · 44 sec

Turn left onto NJ 82

0.5 mi · 55 sec · Morris Avenue

Turn right onto Harding Avenue

0.1 mi · 28 sec · Harding Avenue

Turn right onto CR 630

32 ft · 4 sec · Vauxhall Road

Turn left onto Harding Avenue

243 ft · 10 sec · Harding Avenue

Arrive at destination

Harding Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 40 minutes, this drive is perfectly suited for a single day trip with no need to split it. You can depart at your convenience, but consider avoiding peak commute times on the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway to ensure a smoother journey. With no mandatory stops, you have the flexibility to pull over for fuel or a rest whenever you feel the need, though the $13 fuel cost suggests you won't need to refuel often. A specific tip: keep an eye on your GPS for any potential traffic alerts on the New Jersey Turnpike, as it's the longest continuous segment of your drive.

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 38.4 miles from Pennsauken, NJ, or about 49m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.9 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 17 miles or 25m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 38.4 miles or 49m 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 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union, NJ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Pennsauken, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Pennsauken, NJ

This is one driving day of about 76.8 miles and 1h 40m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Pennsauken, 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 55.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Trenton, NJ

38 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

Bristol, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

West Windsor, NJ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 38.4 miles from Pennsauken, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Mambo Cuban Restaurant & Lounge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Union, New Jersey

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 76.8

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+19083966401

Visit website

Oasis Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cranford, New Jersey

1.5 mi

Amsterdam Alley Bar & Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Linden, New Jersey

2.1 mi

Mambo Cuban Restaurant & Lounge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 76.8

Union, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+19083966401

Visit website

Oasis Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $30 to $50 mile 71.3

Cranford, New Jersey

Hours: 12–9:30 pm

+19089676161

Visit website

Amsterdam Alley Bar & Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 71.3

Linden, New Jersey

Hours: 12 pm–12 am

+19089254166

Visit website

Dolsot House | Korean BBQ Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 5.5

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9:15 pm

+18562160090

Visit website

Restaurant Lorena's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $50 to $10 mile 76.8

Maplewood, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+19737634460

Visit website

The Boiling House Seafood Boil Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $50 to $10 mile 5.5

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 2–10 pm

+18567512800

Visit website

Toscana

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $30 to $40 mile 5.5

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–9:30 pm

+18564897373

Visit website

Hên Vietnamese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 5.5

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–8:45 pm

+18568881578

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 32.9

Robbinsville Twp, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 5.5

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 12:30–11 pm

+18563246417

Visit website

Bury the Hatchet

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 5.5

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 4–10 pm

+18562727475

Visit website

Monster Mini Golf Cherry Hill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 5.5

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 2–9 pm

+18563935500

Visit website

Cooper River Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Pennsauken, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18562162117

Visit website

Fords Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 60.3

Woodbridge, New Jersey

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+17327453900

Visit website

Nomahegan Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 71.3

Cranford, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+19085274900

Visit website

Escape Room Mystery

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 12:15–8:45 pm

+16107571053

Visit website

Mindowaskin Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 71.3

Westfield, New Jersey

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+19082330028

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 23

5 decision points cluster between mile 6.5 and 75.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6.5 mi into trip | ~12m 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

21.6 mi into trip | ~30m in | NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

63 mi into trip | ~1h 18m in

Take the exit toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge

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 11 Toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbri...

63.5 mi into trip | ~1h 19m in

Keep slight right at fork toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway

75.4 mi into trip | ~1h 36m in

Take the exit toward US 22, NJ 82: Hillside

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 140 Toward US 22, NJ 82: Hillside

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.73 one way

$25.46 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$13.94	$27.89
premium	$4.93	$14.89	$29.79
diesel	$5.61	$16.96	$33.91

Estimated Tolls: $8.50

New Jersey Turnpike (55.9 mi) $7.83

Garden State Parkway (11.2 mi) $0.67

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

$13

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	23	$8.06	$3.69
Efficient EV	19.2	$6.72	$3.07
EV Truck/SUV	30.7	$10.75	$4.92

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 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 15, 2026

Origin

Pennsauken, NJ

Late night in Pennsauken on Sunday

Local time

3:31 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Union, NJ

Late night in Union on Sunday

Local time

3:31 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

1 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 40m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Thomas Edison National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...

6 mi from route ~16 min detour $10 near mile 76.8

Park Closure: Glenmont Mansion and Grounds Closed

View on nps.gov

Morristown National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...

15 mi from route ~37 min detour Free near mile 74.1

View on nps.gov

Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Silk cloth and steam locomotives; textiles and continuous paper rolls; firearms and aircraft engines. What do these things have in common? All were manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ. In 17...

16 mi from route ~39 min detour Free near mile 76.8

View on nps.gov

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...

20 mi from route ~51 min detour Free near mile 71.5

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 89% of the journey utilizing major roadways like the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 55.9 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike, indicating long periods of consistent travel. While the primary roads are highways, you'll also encounter segments on Church Road, which may offer a slight change of pace. This route is built for speed and efficiency, rather than scenic detours, so be prepared for a consistent driving experience.

89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 55.9 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 Garden State Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.5 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 76.8 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 6.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.6 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

Between Pennsauken, NJ and Union, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York, Gsp and Woodbridge.

Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike

6 mi in | ~11m

Njtp North: New York

6.5 mi in | ~12m

Gsp

63 mi in | ~1h 18m

Woodbridge

63 mi in | ~1h 18m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 40m. Total distance: 76.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 55.9 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $8.50 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 11 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 Union, 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.

Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Morristown National Historical Park and Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). 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 Union, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Pennsauken, NJ to Union, NJ

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Mambo Cuban Restaurant & Lounge

Mambo Cuban Restaurant & Lounge

Oasis Restaurant

Amsterdam Alley Bar & Restaurant

Dolsot House | Korean BBQ Restaurant

Restaurant Lorena's

The Boiling House Seafood Boil Restaurant

Toscana

Hên Vietnamese Restaurant

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

EVgo Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Woodrow Wilson Service Area

James Fenimore Service Area

Love's Travel Stop

Joyce Kilmer

Molly Pitcher Service Area

Richard Stockton Travel Plaza

Petro Stopping Centers

Whitney Houston Service Area

Rest Area

Thomas Edison Service Area

Grover Cleveland Service Area

Amazing Escape Room Cherry Hill

Bury the Hatchet

Monster Mini Golf Cherry Hill

Cooper River Park

Fords Park

Nomahegan Park

Escape Room Mystery

Mindowaskin Park

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Pennsauken, NJ

Union, NJ

Same local time

1 degrees cooler at arrival

1h 40m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Thomas Edison National Historical Park

Morristown National Historical Park

Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park

Gateway National Recreation Area

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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