Origin
Woodstown, NJ
Morning in Woodstown on Sunday
Local time
6:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodstown, 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
1h 17m
Distance
59.6 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodstown, NJ
MINEIA MARTINS
Trenton, NJ
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Trip Overview
Woodstown, NJ to Trenton, NJ is 59.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 17 minutes via New Jersey Turnpike and I 295, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It’s a straightforward drive primarily on major highways, making it a good option if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. Expect a consistent driving experience with minimal need for navigation beyond staying on the main thoroughfares. Given its short duration, this route is easily manageable as a single-day trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 30.8 mi | 35m |
| I 295 | 13.7 mi | 15m |
| North J Route45 | 4 mi | 5m |
| Tomlin Station Road | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| South Olden Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Swedesboro Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Mount Holly Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 30.8 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodstown, NJ and Trenton, NJ.
1
Start on US 40; NJ 45
41 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Avenue
2
Continue on US 40; NJ 45
109 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Avenue
3
Turn left onto NJ 45
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Main Street
4
Continue on NJ 45
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
5
Continue on NJ 45
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
North J Route45
6
Turn left onto CR 607
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Tomlin Station Road
7
Turn left onto US 322; CR 536
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Swedesboro Road
Use the left lane.
8
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
Use the left lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJ Turnpike North, New York City
10
Merge onto NJTP
31 mi
·
35 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 5
Toward Burlington, Mount Holly, Westampton, Willingboro
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on NJ Turnpike Exit 5
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
NJ Turnpike Exit 5
13
Turn left onto CR 541
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Burlington-Mount Holly Road
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on CR 541
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Mount Holly Road
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
16
Merge onto I 295
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 61B
Toward Arena Drive West, Olden Avenue
Use the right lane.
18
Turn straight onto CR 620
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Arena Drive
19
Turn left onto CR 622
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Olden Avenue
20
Turn left onto CR 606
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hamilton Avenue
21
Turn right onto CR 626
6 ft
·
0 sec
·
Chambers Street
22
Arrive at destination
CR 626
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.8 miles from Woodstown, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 8.8 and 56.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
8.8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
US 322; CR 536 / Swedesboro Road
Turn left onto US 322; CR 536 / Swedesboro Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
9.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Turn left toward NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
6
9.9 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ Turnpike North, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ Turnpike North, New York City
8
41.1 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward Burlington, Mount Holly, Westampton, Willingboro
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 5
Toward Burlington, Mount Holly, Westampton, Wil...
8
56.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m 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
$9.88 one way
$19.76 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.82 | $21.64 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.56 | $23.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.16 | $26.32 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.32
New Jersey Turnpike
(30.8 mi)
$4.31
Nj Turnpike
(0.1 mi)
$0.01
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$4
Total
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.34 | $3.81 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Morning in Trenton on Sunday
Local time
6:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Mount Holly, NJ
30 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
11 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 17m 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 81% of the drive taking place on major roadways like the New Jersey Turnpike and I 295. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including a continuous 30.8-mile segment on the New Jersey Turnpike. The character of the drive is largely dictated by these high-speed corridors, offering a direct path with limited changes in road type. Expect a steady pace for the majority of your journey, making it a predictable driving experience.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.8 mi on New Jersey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and I 295. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.8 miles in near US 322; CR 536 / Swedesboro Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.6 miles you will encounter 14 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 8.8 miles (US 322; CR 536 / Swedesboro Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Woodstown, NJ and Trenton, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Nj Turnpike North, New York City, Burlington, Mount Holly and Westampton - among others.
Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
9.7 mi in
|
~15m
Nj Turnpike North
9.9 mi in
|
~16m
New York City
9.9 mi in
|
~16m
Burlington
41.1 mi in
|
~52m
Mount Holly
41.1 mi in
|
~52m
Westampton
41.1 mi in
|
~52m
Willingboro
41.1 mi in
|
~52m
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 1h 17m. Total distance: 59.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.8 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.32 in tolls one way, starting with New Jersey Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Trenton, 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 8.8 miles (US 322; CR 536 / Swedesboro Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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