Origin
South Vineland, NJ
Morning in South Vineland on Sunday
Local time
7:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
63.5 mi
102 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Vineland, NJ
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Mercerville, NJ
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South Vineland, NJ to Mercerville, NJ is 63.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 25 minutes via Trenton Road and US 206, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Jersey, traversing the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on main roads with a significant portion on highways, making it an efficient option for getting between these two points. Consider this route if you need a practical, time-effective journey without extensive detours.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Trenton Road | 17.6 mi | 23m |
| US 206 | 17.5 mi | 22m |
| I 295 | 6.5 mi | 7m |
| 12th Street | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| South Lincoln Avenue | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Buena-Hammonton Road | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| East Sherman Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Bellevue Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between South Vineland, NJ and Mercerville, NJ.
Start on CR 552
Turn left onto CR 655
Continue on CR 619
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54
Turn right onto NJ 54
Continue on US 206
Enter roundabout onto US 206
Continue on US 206
Continue on US 206
Take the exit
Turn straight onto CR 545
Turn left onto US 130
Take the exit
Merge onto I 295
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn slight right onto CR 606
Turn straight onto NJ 33
Continue on CR 535
Arrive at destination
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.
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 31.8 miles from South Vineland, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 62.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto CR 655 / South Lincoln Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto US 206 toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward NJ 33: Mercerville, Trenton
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 NJ 33 East: Mercerville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$10.53 one way
$21.06 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.53 | $23.06 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.32 | $24.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.02 | $28.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.2 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 | 19.1 | 0 | $6.67 | $3.05 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.89 | $4.06 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in South Vineland on Sunday
Local time
7:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Mercerville on Sunday
Local time
7:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
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.
This route offers a mixed drive experience, with 39% of it on highways. You'll encounter stretches on Trenton Road and US 206, interspersed with segments of I-295. The longest continuous stretch without a significant change in road type is 17.6 miles on Trenton Road. Expect a blend of faster-paced highway driving and more local road conditions as you navigate through various New Jersey communities.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near CR 655 / South Lincoln Avenue.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 1.5 miles (CR 655 / South Lincoln Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.3 miles (US 206): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between South Vineland, NJ and Mercerville, NJ, road signs point toward New York and Bordentown.
New York
Bordentown
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 63.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (39%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
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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