Origin
Wenonah, NJ
Late night in Wenonah on Sunday
Local time
4:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wenonah, 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
59m
Distance
44.1 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wenonah, NJ
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Trenton, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Wenonah to Trenton, you are looking at a straightforward 44.1-mile journey that typically takes about 59 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is short enough to complete in under an hour without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-295, Delsea Drive, and Cattell Road to make the transit between these two Northeast locations. With a fuel budget of just $7, it is an economical route for commuters or casual travelers alike. Because the drive is so efficient, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your arrival time based on your specific needs in either city.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 36 mi | 42m |
| Delsea Drive | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Cattell Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| South Olden Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Arena Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Hamilton Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Buttonwood Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| North Clinton Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 36 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wenonah, NJ and Trenton, 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
36 mi
·
42 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 61B
Toward Arena Drive West, Olden Avenue
Use the right lane.
9
Turn straight onto CR 620
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Arena Drive
10
Turn left onto CR 622
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Olden Avenue
11
Turn left onto CR 606
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hamilton Avenue
12
Turn right onto CR 626
6 ft
·
0 sec
·
Chambers Street
13
Arrive at destination
CR 626
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.1 miles from Wenonah, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 41.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Buttonwood Street
Turn right onto East Buttonwood Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CR 553 / Woodbury-Glassboro Road
At end of road, turn right onto CR 553 / Woodbury-Glassboro Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CR 665 / Cattell Road
Turn left onto CR 665 / Cattell Road
Navigation decision point
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
41.4 mi into trip
|
~54m 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
$7.31 one way
$14.62 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.01 | $16.01 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.55 | $17.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.74 | $19.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Trenton, NJ
Late night in Trenton on Sunday
Local time
4:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 5 to 10 mph
5% chance
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
59m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 82% of your time will be spent cruising on major roads. The personality of this drive is defined by a significant 36-mile stretch on I-295, which keeps the pace steady and minimizes the need for frequent turns. While you begin with some local navigation on Cattell Road and Delsea Drive, the transition to the interstate allows you to settle into a consistent rhythm. The route feels functional and direct, prioritizing speed and efficiency over winding backroads. You will find that the character of the drive remains relatively consistent throughout the hour, offering a predictable path from start to finish.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Delsea Drive. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Buttonwood Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 59m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Buttonwood Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (CR 553 / Woodbury-Glassboro Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (CR 665 / Cattell Road): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
94 ft
14 ft
Total Climb
236 ft
Total Descent
254 ft
Highest Point
94 ft
~37.1 mi in
Elevation Range
80 ft
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 Wenonah, NJ to Trenton, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Arena Drive West along the way.
Arena Drive West
41.4 mi in
|
~54m
About the Cities
Arriving 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 59m. Total distance: 44.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36 miles on I 295. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.1 miles (East Buttonwood Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (CR 553 / Woodbury-Glassboro Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (CR 665 / Cattell Road): Navigation decision point.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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