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Trip from Quinton, 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 31m

Distance

75 mi

121 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 24m ★
6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 45m
10 AM
1h 36m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 27m

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

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township of New Jersey

Quinton, NJ

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Downtown Trenton, NJ, NJ

Trenton, NJ

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Trip Overview

If you are planning to travel from Quinton to Trenton, you are looking at a 75-mile journey through the Northeast that typically takes about 1 hour and 31 minutes. This highway-focused route is straightforward enough to easily complete as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $12 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. By utilizing the New Jersey Turnpike, I-295, and South Broadway, you can transition efficiently between these two New Jersey locations. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick trip, the simplicity of this drive makes it a practical choice for most drivers.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

37.5 miles from Quinton, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New Jersey Turnpike 43.2 mi 49m
I 295 13.7 mi 15m
South Broadway 7.8 mi 9m
Quinton Road 2.4 mi 2m
East Broadway 1.6 mi 1m
South Olden Avenue 1.2 mi 2m
Mount Holly Road 0.9 mi 1m
Arena Drive 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: New Jersey Turnpike — 43.2 mi, about 49m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Quinton, NJ and Trenton, NJ.

1

Start on NJ 49

0.2 mi · 13 sec · Quinton-Marlboro Road
2

Continue on NJ 49

2.4 mi · 2 min · Quinton Road
3

Continue on NJ 49

1.6 mi · 1 min · East Broadway
4

Turn right onto NJ 49

0.2 mi · 13 sec · Front Street
5

Continue on NJ 49

2.6 mi · 2 min · South Broadway
6

Continue on NJ 49

0.3 mi · 22 sec · Broadway Road
7

Continue on NJ 49

5.2 mi · 6 min · South Broadway
8

Take the exit

300 ft · 8 sec
Toward US 40 East, NJTP: Hook Road, Atlantic City
9

Turn straight onto Old Pennsville-Auburn Road

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Old Pennsville-Auburn Road
10

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 34 sec
Toward US 40 East: Atlantic City
11

Merge onto NJTP; US 40

1.9 mi · 2 min · New Jersey Turnpike
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 13 sec
13

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 11 sec · this road
14

Merge onto NJTP

41 mi · 47 min · New Jersey Turnpike
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 46 sec
Exit 5 Toward Burlington, Mount Holly, Westampton, Willingboro Use the slight right lane.
16

Continue on NJ Turnpike Exit 5

0.1 mi · 15 sec · NJ Turnpike Exit 5
17

Turn left onto CR 541

0.5 mi · 54 sec · Burlington-Mount Holly Road
Use the left lane.
18

Continue on CR 541

0.9 mi · 1 min · Mount Holly Road
19

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
20

Merge onto I 295

14 mi · 15 min · I 295
Use the straight / right lanes.
21

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Exit 61B Toward Arena Drive West, Olden Avenue Use the right lane.
22

Turn straight onto CR 620

0.7 mi · 1 min · Arena Drive
23

Turn left onto CR 622

1.2 mi · 2 min · South Olden Avenue
24

Turn left onto CR 606

0.6 mi · 1 min · Hamilton Avenue
25

Turn right onto CR 626

6 ft · 0 sec · Chambers Street
26

Arrive at destination

CR 626

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move. Because the entire drive is only 1 hour and 31 minutes, you likely won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, allowing you to reach your destination in one go. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the Turnpike, as you’ll be spending $12 on gas for the full distance. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay alert during the 43.2-mile stretch on the New Jersey Turnpike, as maintaining a steady pace is key to keeping your arrival time consistent. Pack your favorite playlist or podcast, as the highway-heavy nature of the drive makes for an easy, uninterrupted cruise.

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 37.5 miles from Quinton, NJ, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.2 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 20m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 37.5 miles or 44m 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 16m

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

Before You Leave

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

Day 1

Settle into the route from Quinton, NJ

This is one driving day of about 75 miles and 1h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Quinton, 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 43.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Croydon, PA

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

Aston, PA

Fuel and coffee

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

Bristol, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 37.5 miles from Quinton, 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

Dolsot House | Korean BBQ Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 42.8

Hours: 11 am–9:15 pm

+18562160090

Visit website

Orient Chinese Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Pennsville, New Jersey

1.8 mi

Mt Fuji Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Deptford, New Jersey

2 mi

Dolsot House | Korean BBQ Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 42.8

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9:15 pm

+18562160090

Visit website

Orient Chinese Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 10.7

Pennsville, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18566780002

Mt Fuji Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 37.5

Deptford, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+18568458835

Visit website

La Cantina Restaurant Bar & Grill

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 37.5

Blackwood, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+18563025675

Visit website

Jessop's Tavern & Colonial Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 10.7

New Castle, Delaware

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+13023226111

Visit website

Botto's Italian Line Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 21.4

Swedesboro, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18564671570

Visit website

The Mercury Cafe and Teahouse

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 10.7

New Castle, Delaware

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

Visit website

Fratelli's Italian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 58.9

Burlington, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16095262746

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 10.7

New Castle, Delaware

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 10.7

New Castle, Delaware

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Greenspot Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 75

Trenton, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 69.6

Hamilton Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 16.1

Carneys Point, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 69.6

Trenton, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 10.7

New Castle, Delaware

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 69.6

Hamilton Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

The Great Escape Room Challenge

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 42.8

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 4–9 pm

+16092005690

Visit website

Jake's Place Playground

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 42.8

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 5 am–10 pm

+18564953080

Visit website

Challenge Grove Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 42.8

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+18562162117

Visit website

Bellmawr Lake

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 37.5

Bellmawr, New Jersey

+18569330554

Visit website

Barclay Farmstead Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 42.8

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+18567956225

Visit website

Bury the Hatchet

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 42.8

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 4–10 pm

+18562727475

Visit website

Haddon Lake Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 37.5

Mt Ephraim, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Amazing Escape Room Cherry Hill

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 48.2

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 12:30–11 pm

+18563246417

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 12.4 and 72.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
12.4 mi into trip | ~15m 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
12.6 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the ramp toward US 40 East: Atlantic City

Navigation decision point

Toward US 40 East: Atlantic City
8
56.4 mi into trip | ~1h 6m 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...
5
58.5 mi into trip | ~1h 10m in | I 295

Merge onto I 295

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
8
72.2 mi into trip | ~1h 26m 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

$12.43 one way

$24.87 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 26 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $13.62 $27.24
premium $4.93 $14.55 $29.09
diesel $5.61 $16.56 $33.12

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.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$12

Tolls

$6

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22.5 0 $7.87 $3.60
Efficient EV 18.8 0 $6.56 $3.00
EV Truck/SUV 30 0 $10.50 $4.80

Gas CO2

26 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Quinton, NJ

Night in Quinton on Saturday

Local time

9:30 PM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Trenton, NJ

Night in Trenton on Saturday

Local time

9:30 PM

EDT

Current temp

58°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

10 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 31m 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?

Expect a drive defined by high-speed efficiency, as roughly 76% of this 75-mile route consists of highway travel. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the New Jersey Turnpike, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the journey at 43.2 miles. While the route begins with local transitions via South Broadway, the personality of the drive shifts quickly once you merge onto the larger interstates. This creates a consistent, focused experience behind the wheel that prioritizes speed over winding backroads. It is a functional, no-nonsense trek that allows you to cover the distance between Quinton and Trenton with minimal navigational complexity.

76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 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?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and I 295. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 12.4 miles in.

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 75 miles you will encounter 13 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 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 56.4 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 Quinton, NJ and Trenton, NJ, road signs point toward Atlantic City, Burlington, Mount Holly, Westampton and Willingboro.

Atlantic City

12.4 mi in | ~15m

Burlington

56.4 mi in | ~1h 6m

Mount Holly

56.4 mi in | ~1h 6m

Westampton

56.4 mi in | ~1h 6m

Willingboro

56.4 mi in | ~1h 6m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 75 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (76%). 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.

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: at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 56.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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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