Origin
Pennsville, NJ
Morning in Pennsville on Sunday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pennsville, NJ to Trenton, 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 20m
Distance
64.9 mi
104 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pennsville, NJ
James Kampeis
Trenton, NJ
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Pennsville, NJ to Trenton, NJ is 64.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 20 minutes via New Jersey Turnpike and I 295, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's primarily a highway-focused trip, making it a straightforward option for getting between these locations. Expect a consistent driving experience for the entire journey. This route is a good choice if you're looking for a quick and efficient connection between the southern and central parts of the state.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 43.2 mi | 49m |
| I 295 | 13.7 mi | 15m |
| North Broadway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| South Olden Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Mount Holly Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Arena Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Hamilton Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Burlington-Mount Holly Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 43.2 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pennsville, NJ and Trenton, NJ.
1
Start on Fenwick Avenue
82 ft
·
6 sec
·
Fenwick Avenue
2
Turn right onto East Pittsfield Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Pittsfield Street
3
Turn right onto NJ 49
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
North Broadway
4
Take the exit
300 ft
·
8 sec
Toward US 40 East, NJTP: Hook Road, Atlantic City
5
Turn straight onto Old Pennsville-Auburn Road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Old Pennsville-Auburn Road
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward US 40 East: Atlantic City
7
Merge onto NJTP; US 40
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
9
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
this road
10
Merge onto NJTP
41 mi
·
47 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 5
Toward Burlington, Mount Holly, Westampton, Willingboro
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on NJ Turnpike Exit 5
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
NJ Turnpike Exit 5
13
Turn left onto CR 541
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Burlington-Mount Holly Road
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on CR 541
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Mount Holly Road
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
16
Merge onto I 295
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 61B
Toward Arena Drive West, Olden Avenue
Use the right lane.
18
Turn straight onto CR 620
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Arena Drive
19
Turn left onto CR 622
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Olden Avenue
20
Turn left onto CR 606
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hamilton Avenue
21
Turn right onto CR 626
6 ft
·
0 sec
·
Chambers Street
22
Arrive at destination
CR 626
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.5 miles from Pennsville, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 62.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Pittsfield Street
Turn right onto East Pittsfield Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit toward US 40 East, NJTP: Hook Road, Atlantic City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 40 East, NJTP: Hook Road, Atlantic Ci...
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward US 40 East: Atlantic City
Navigation decision point
Toward US 40 East: Atlantic City
8
46.4 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward Burlington, Mount Holly, Westampton, Willingboro
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 5
Toward Burlington, Mount Holly, Westampton, Wil...
8
62.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m 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
$10.76 one way
$21.52 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.78 | $23.57 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.59 | $25.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.33 | $28.66 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.06
New Jersey Turnpike
(43.2 mi)
$6.05
Nj Turnpike
(0.1 mi)
$0.01
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$6
Total
$17
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.81 | $3.12 |
| Efficient EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.68 | $2.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26 | 0 | $9.09 | $4.15 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Morning in Trenton on Sunday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Mount Holly, NJ
32 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
5 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 20m 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 is a highway-focused drive for 88% of its length, so prepare for a largely interstate experience. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the New Jersey Turnpike and I 295, which offer a direct and relatively fast path. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 43.2 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike. While the highway dominates, you'll transition onto North Broadway as you approach Trenton, offering a slight change in scenery before reaching your destination.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43.2 mi on New Jersey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 early in the drive near East Pittsfield Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64.9 miles you will encounter 14 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 (East Pittsfield Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
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 Pennsville, NJ and Trenton, NJ, road signs point toward Burlington, Mount Holly, Westampton and Willingboro.
Burlington
46.4 mi in
|
~55m
Mount Holly
46.4 mi in
|
~55m
Westampton
46.4 mi in
|
~55m
Willingboro
46.4 mi in
|
~55m
About the Cities
Arriving in Trenton, NJ
Full guide →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.
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 20m. Total distance: 64.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 43.2 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.06 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 12 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 (East Pittsfield Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.6 miles: 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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