Origin
Trenton, NJ
Morning in Trenton on Sunday
Local time
8:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Trenton, NJ to Somerdale, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
34.9 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 43m
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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Somerdale, NJ
James Kampeis
Trip Overview
Trenton, NJ to Somerdale, NJ is 34.9 miles and takes about 45 minutes via I 295, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip primarily within New Jersey, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. Expect a drive that's mostly highway, making it a quick option if you're looking for an efficient way to get between these two points. Given its short duration, it's easily manageable without an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 28.6 mi | 33m |
| Burnt Mill Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| South Olden Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Somerdale Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Hamilton Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Arena Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Berlin Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Ava Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 28.6 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Trenton, NJ and Somerdale, 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
29 mi
·
33 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 32
Toward CR 561: Haddonfield, Voorhees, Gibbsboro
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn slight left
317 ft
·
14 sec
Toward CR 561 East: Voorhees, Gibbsboro
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Turn left onto CR 561
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Berlin Road
Use the left lane.
10
Turn slight right
347 ft
·
12 sec
Use the right lane.
11
Turn straight onto CR 670
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Burnt Mill Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn right onto CR 678
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Somerdale Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto Ava Avenue
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Ava Avenue
14
Turn right onto Cypress Avenue
305 ft
·
13 sec
·
Cypress Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Cypress Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.5 miles from Trenton, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 33.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
31.2 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward CR 561: Haddonfield, Voorhees, Gibbsboro
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 32
Toward CR 561: Haddonfield, Voorhees, Gibbsboro
6
31.4 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Turn slight left toward CR 561 East: Voorhees, Gibbsboro
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward CR 561 East: Voorhees, Gibbsboro
5
31.4 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
CR 561 / Berlin Road
Turn left onto CR 561 / Berlin Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
33.7 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
CR 678 / West Somerdale Road
Turn right onto CR 678 / West Somerdale Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.79 one way
$11.57 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.34 | $12.67 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.77 | $13.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.71 | $15.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.66 | $1.68 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.05 | $1.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14 | 0 | $4.89 | $2.23 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
Somerdale, NJ
Morning in Somerdale on Sunday
Local time
8:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
70°F
Burlington, NJ
17 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
9 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
45m 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 route is heavily highway-focused, with 82% of the drive taking place on main roads like I 295. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 28.6 miles on I 295, which means plenty of opportunity to maintain a steady speed. The road's character is largely defined by these interstate segments, offering a predictable driving experience. While the majority is highway, be prepared for the transition as you approach your destination, where local roads like Burnt Mill Road and South Olden Avenue will become more prominent.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.6 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Burnt Mill Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near I 295.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 34.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 45m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.4 miles: 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Trenton, NJ and Somerdale, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 561: Haddonfield, Voorhees, Gibbsboro and Cr 561 East: Voorhees.
Cr 561: Haddonfield
31.2 mi in
|
~37m
Voorhees
31.2 mi in
|
~37m
Gibbsboro
31.2 mi in
|
~37m
Cr 561 East: Voorhees
31.4 mi in
|
~38m
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 45m. Total distance: 34.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.6 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 Somerdale, 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 2.6 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.4 miles: 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 Somerdale, 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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