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Trip from Cherry Hill, NJ to Menlo Park, NJ

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Drive Time

1h 22m

Distance

65.5 mi

105 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

30 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 19 min
4 AM
1h 16m ★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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township in Camden County, New Jersey, in the United States

Cherry Hill, NJ

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unincorporated community in Middlesex County, New Jersey, U.S

Menlo Park, NJ

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 65.5-mile drive from Cherry Hill, NJ, to Menlo Park, NJ, is designed for efficiency, taking approximately 1 hour and 22 minutes. Primarily utilizing the New Jersey Turnpike and the Garden State Parkway, this trip is heavily highway-focused, with 90% of the journey on major roadways. Given its relatively short distance and duration, it's perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, with no need for an overnight stay. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $11, making it an economical option for travel within the Northeast region. You'll find this route to be a practical choice for getting from point A to point B without significant detours.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

32.8 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of your 65.5-mile journey. With 90% of the route on major roads like the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway, this trip prioritizes speed and directness. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 55.9 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike, indicating a consistent highway experience for a significant portion of your travel. While the route primarily consists of fast-paced driving, be prepared for the transition between these major arteries as you approach your destination. The overall character is one of efficient travel, minimizing local road driving.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New Jersey Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 55.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and Kaighns Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 65.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.8 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 61.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7
4.7 mi into trip | ~8m in

Keep slight left at fork toward NJTP North: New York

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward NJTP North: New York
6
19.8 mi into trip | ~26m in | NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
61.2 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in

Take the exit toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge

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 11 Toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbri...
7
61.7 mi into trip | ~1h 15m in

Keep slight right at fork toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway
8
64.4 mi into trip | ~1h 19m in

Take the exit toward NJ 27: Iselin, Metuchen

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Exit 132 Toward NJ 27: Iselin, Metuchen

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Cherry Hill, NJ and Menlo Park, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York, Gsp and Woodbridge.

Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike

4.2 mi in | ~7m

Njtp North: New York

4.7 mi in | ~8m

Gsp

61.2 mi in | ~1h 14m

Woodbridge

61.2 mi in | ~1h 14m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New Jersey Turnpike 55.9 mi 1h 4m
Kaighns Avenue 2.5 mi 4m
Garden State Parkway 2 mi 2m
NJ 73 0.7 mi <1m
Lincoln Highway 0.6 mi 1m
NJ-73 0.5 mi <1m
Philip Street 0.2 mi <1m
Haddonfield Road 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: New Jersey Turnpike — 55.9 mi, about 1h 4m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cherry Hill, NJ and Menlo Park, NJ.

1

Start on CR 644

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Haddonfield Road
2

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 36 sec
Toward NJ 38 East: Mount Holly
3

Merge onto NJ 38

2.5 mi · 4 min · Kaighns Avenue
4

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 46 sec
Toward NJ 73 South: Marlton
5

Merge onto NJ-73

0.5 mi · 49 sec · NJ-73
6

Continue on NJ 73

0.7 mi · 46 sec · NJ 73
Use the right lane.
7

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike
8

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward NJTP North: New York Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Merge onto NJTP

15 mi · 16 min · New Jersey Turnpike
10

Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP

41 mi · 47 min · New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 11 Toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge Use the slight right lane.
12

Keep slight right at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway Use the slight right lane.
13

Merge onto GSP

2.0 mi · 2 min · Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
14

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 46 sec
Exit 132 Toward NJ 27: Iselin, Metuchen Use the right lane.
15

Keep slight right at fork

369 ft · 9 sec
Toward NJ 27: Lincoln Highway
16

Turn straight onto NJ 27

0.6 mi · 1 min · Lincoln Highway
17

Turn right onto Philip Street

0.2 mi · 30 sec · Philip Street
18

Arrive at destination

Philip Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short 1 hour and 22-minute drive covering 65.5 miles, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Cherry Hill, NJ, outside of peak commuter hours will help you avoid the heaviest traffic, especially on the New Jersey Turnpike. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, planning for one fuel stop is generally not necessary unless your tank is very low. The longest stretch of 55.9 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike means you can settle in for a consistent driving experience. Consider checking traffic conditions before you depart, as congestion can impact your travel time on these major highways.

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 32.8 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.9 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 65.5 miles or 1h 22m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 32.8 miles or 41m 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 7m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Menlo Park, NJ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Cherry Hill, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Cherry Hill, NJ

This is one driving day of about 65.5 miles and 1h 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on New Jersey Turnpike for about 55.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 32.8 mi from Cherry Hill, NJ · 41m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

33 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 65.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 32.8 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Menlo Park, NJ

The final approach into Menlo Park, NJ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Menlo Park, NJ.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Thomas Edison National Historical Park

Thomas Edison National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...

16 mi from route ~40 min detour $10 near mile 65.5
Park Closure: Glenmont Mansion and Grounds Closed
View on nps.gov
Morristown National Historical Park

Morristown National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...

17 mi from route ~43 min detour Free near mile 65.5
View on nps.gov
Gateway National Recreation Area

Gateway National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...

20 mi from route ~51 min detour Free near mile 61
View on nps.gov
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park

Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Silk cloth and steam locomotives; textiles and continuous paper rolls; firearms and aircraft engines. What do these things have in common? All were manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ. In 17...

26 mi from route ~64 min detour Free near mile 65.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.86 one way

$21.72 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 23 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $11.89 $23.79
premium $4.93 $12.70 $25.41
diesel $5.61 $14.46 $28.92

Estimated Tolls: $7.95

New Jersey Turnpike (55.9 mi) $7.83
Garden State Parkway (2 mi) $0.12

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Tolls

$8

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 22.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

30 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Grand Resort Hotel - Tesla Supercharger

Mt. Laurel, NJ

Tesla

40 DCFC

Lawnside - Tesla Supercharger

Lawnside, NJ

Tesla

32 DCFC

Wawa - Tesla Supercharger

Maple Shade, NJ

Tesla

12 DCFC

The Promenade at Sagemore - Tesla Supercharger

Marlton, NJ

Tesla

12 DCFC

Wawa - Tesla Supercharger

Cherry Hill, NJ

Tesla

8 DCFC

Walt Whitman Service Plaza

Cherry Hill, NJ

APPLEGREEN

8 DCFC

Wawa - Tesla Supercharger

Pennsauken Township, NJ

Tesla

8 DCFC

Wawa - Tesla Supercharger

Maple Shade, NJ

Tesla

8 DCFC

Tesla: 8 ChargePoint Network: 8 Blink Network: 3 Electrify America: 3 APPLEGREEN: 2 eVgo Network: 2 FORD_CHARGE: 1 IONNA: 1 Non-Networked: 1 FLO: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 19.7 0 $6.88 $3.14
Efficient EV 16.4 0 $5.73 $2.62
EV Truck/SUV 26.2 0 $9.17 $4.19

Gas CO2

23 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (65% 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 data refreshed 1 day ago

Origin

Cherry Hill, NJ

Evening in Cherry Hill on Tuesday

Local time

5:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Menlo Park, NJ

Evening in Menlo Park on Tuesday

Local time

5:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

3 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

1h 22m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Cherry Hill, NJ to Menlo Park, NJ covers 65.5 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, Kaighns Avenue, Garden State Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.8 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.86 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 65.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.8 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 61.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Cherry Hill, NJ and Menlo Park, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York, Gsp and Woodbridge.

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