Stretching 67.8 miles through the heart of New Jersey, this trip connects Wenonah to Somerset in approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes. It is a straightforward drive that works perfectly as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stops. Expect to budget about $11 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating through the Northeast, the route utilizes I-295, Brunswick Pike, and Delsea Drive to get you to your destination efficiently. Because the trip is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.9 miles from Wenonah, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 45m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 295
41.7 mi
49m
Brunswick Pike
15.5 mi
21m
Delsea Drive
3.1 mi
5m
Cattell Road
1.6 mi
3m
Jersey Avenue
1 mi
2m
Franklin Boulevard
0.8 mi
1m
Somerset Street
0.8 mi
1m
How Lane
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 41.7 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wenonah, NJ and Somerset, NJ.
1
Start on North Clinton Avenue
357 ft·17 sec·North Clinton Avenue
2
Turn right onto East Buttonwood Street
0.3 mi·1 min·East Buttonwood Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto CR 553
210 ft·9 sec·Woodbury-Glassboro Road
4
Turn left onto CR 665
1.6 mi·3 min·Cattell Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 47
3.1 mi·5 min·Delsea Drive
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 295 North: Walt Whitman Bridge
7
Merge onto I 295
42 mi·49 min·I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·14 sec
Exit 67A-BToward US 1: New Brunswick, TrentonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 67AToward US 1 North: New BrunswickUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto US 1
16 mi·21 min·Brunswick Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Toward NJ 91: Jersey Ave, New Brunswick
12
Turn right onto NJ 91
1.0 mi·2 min·Jersey Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto CR 680
0.7 mi·1 min·How Lane
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto NJ 27
0.8 mi·1 min·Somerset Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto CR 617
0.8 mi·1 min·Franklin Boulevard
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto Holly Street
240 ft·12 sec·Holly Street
17
Turn right onto Arden Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Arden Street
18
At end of road, turn left onto Abbott Road
262 ft·16 sec·Abbott Road
19
Turn left onto West Point Avenue
0.1 mi·31 sec·West Point Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
West Point Avenue
Trip Plan
Since the total travel time is under two hours, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever works best for your plans. While there are no mandated stops along this 67.8-mile stretch, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge ensures you stay within your estimated $11 budget without needing to hunt for stations mid-transit. Given the reliance on I-295 for the bulk of the mileage, check local traffic reports before you head out to avoid potential congestion on the interstate. Embracing the direct nature of this route allows you to maximize your time once you arrive in Somerset.
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 33.9 miles from Wenonah, NJ, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.7 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 15 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.9 miles or 45m 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 Somerset, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wenonah, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Wenonah, NJ
This is one driving day of about 67.8 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Wenonah, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 295 for about 41.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.4 and 66.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
5.4 mi into trip|~12m in|I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
47.1 mi into trip|~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward US 1: New Brunswick, Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 67A-B
Toward US 1: New Brunswick, Trenton
8
47.3 mi into trip|~1h 1m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 1 North: New Brunswick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 67A
Toward US 1 North: New Brunswick
5
47.9 mi into trip|~1h 2m in|US 1 / Brunswick Pike
Merge onto US 1 / Brunswick Pike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
66.2 mi into trip|~1h 31m in|CR 617 / Franklin Boulevard
Turn left onto CR 617 / Franklin Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.24 one way
$22.48 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg24 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$12.31
$24.62
premium
$4.93
$13.15
$26.30
diesel
$5.61
$14.97
$29.94
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.3
0
$7.12
$3.25
Efficient EV
17
0
$5.93
$2.71
EV Truck/SUV
27.1
0
$9.49
$4.34
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Wenonah, NJ
Morning
in Wenonah on Sunday
Local time
7:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Somerset, NJ
Morning
in Somerset on Sunday
Local time
7:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Bristol, PA
34 mi in
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
12 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 35m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This highway-focused drive relies on major thoroughfares for 62% of the journey, offering a predictable experience behind the wheel. You will spend a significant portion of your time on I-295, which features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 41.7 miles. As you transition from the interstate to local segments like Brunswick Pike and Delsea Drive, the pace of the trip shifts from high-speed highway cruising to more conventional road travel. The route maintains a functional, no-nonsense personality, prioritizing connectivity over scenic detours.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.7 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Brunswick Pike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.4 miles in near I 295.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.8 miles you will encounter 18 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 5.4 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.3 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.
Between Wenonah, NJ and Somerset, NJ, road signs point toward Trenton and New Brunswick.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 67.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.7 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 Somerset, 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 5.4 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.3 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 Somerset, NJ before heading back.
