Origin
Trenton, NJ
Morning in Trenton on Tuesday
Local time
10:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Trenton, NJ to Florence, NJ
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
20m
Distance
12.9 mi
21 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trenton, NJ
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Florence, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Trip Overview
This quick 12.9-mile drive from Trenton to Florence, New Jersey, is easily manageable within a single day, taking about 20 minutes. You'll primarily navigate I-295, Burlington-Bordentown Road, and South Olden Avenue, with 32% of the journey on highways. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $2, this trip is budget-friendly and doesn't necessitate an overnight stay. The mixed driving profile suggests a straightforward commute rather than an extended exploration, making it ideal for a quick errand or connecting between nearby points in the Northeast region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| Burlington-Bordentown Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| South Olden Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Delaware Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Front Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Hamilton Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Arena Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Broad Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 4.1 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Trenton, NJ and Florence, NJ.
1
Start on CR 626
6 ft
·
6 sec
·
Chambers Street
2
Turn left onto CR 606
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hamilton Avenue
3
Turn right onto CR 622
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Olden Avenue
4
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 620
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Arena Drive
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 295 South: Bordentown
6
Merge onto I 295
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
I 295
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 57B-A
Toward US 130: Burlington, Bordentown
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 57B
Toward US 130 South: Burlington
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto US 130
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Burlington Pike
10
Continue on US 130
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Burlington-Bordentown Road
11
Turn right onto CR 656
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Delaware Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on CR 656
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Front Street
13
Turn left onto Broad Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Broad Street
14
Arrive at destination
Broad Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 11.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
CR 620 / Arena Drive
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 620 / Arena Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
8
6.7 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward US 130: Burlington, Bordentown
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 57B-A
Toward US 130: Burlington, Bordentown
9
6.9 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 130 South: Burlington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 57B
Toward US 130 South: Burlington
4
7.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 130 / Burlington Pike
Merge onto US 130 / Burlington Pike
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
11.1 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
CR 656 / Delaware Avenue
Turn right onto CR 656 / Delaware Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.14 one way
$4.28 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.34 | $4.68 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.50 | $5.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.85 | $5.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.35 | $0.62 |
| Efficient EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.13 | $0.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.81 | $0.83 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Florence, NJ
Morning in Florence on Tuesday
Local time
10:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
16 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
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?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, combining highway speeds with more local road conditions. Approximately 32% of the 12.9 miles will be on highways, providing stretches of faster travel. The longest uninterrupted section you'll encounter is 4.1 miles along I-295. As you transition between these road types, you'll notice the change in pace and surrounding environment, moving from interstate efficiency to potentially more varied urban or suburban settings on Burlington-Bordentown Road and South Olden Avenue.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.1 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 1.8 miles in near CR 620 / Arena Drive.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 12.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 20m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (CR 620 / Arena Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 6.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
On the drive from Trenton, NJ to Florence, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Bordentown along the way.
Bordentown
6.7 mi in
|
~9m
About the Cities
Starting 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 20m. Total distance: 12.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.1 miles on I 295. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Florence, 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 1.8 miles (CR 620 / Arena Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 6.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.9 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 Florence, 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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