Origin
Hamilton, NJ
Afternoon in Hamilton on Saturday
Local time
3:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hamilton, NJ to Delanco, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
55.8 mi
90 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hamilton, NJ
Garrison Gao
Delanco, NJ
Dajana Blakcori
Trip Overview
Hamilton, NJ to Delanco, NJ is 55.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 13 minutes via Central Jersey Expressway, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within New Jersey, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a fairly direct trip, mostly on highways, making it a good option for a quick day trip or a short commute. You'll be covering a moderate distance with a relatively short travel time, so it’s a manageable journey for most drivers.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central Jersey Expressway | 27.6 mi | 31m |
| New Jersey Turnpike | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| Burlington Pike | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| I 95 | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| Warren Street East | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| NJ 138 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Burlington Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Beverly Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Central Jersey Expressway
— 27.6 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton, NJ and Delanco, NJ.
1
Start on Gully Road
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Gully Road
2
Turn left onto Brighton Avenue
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Brighton Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward NJ 18 South
4
Merge onto NJ 18
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 18
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 6B
Toward NJ 138 West: Point Pleasant
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto NJ 138
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
NJ 138
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on I 195
28 mi
·
31 min
·
Central Jersey Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 6
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP: New York, Camden
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on this road
479 ft
·
23 sec
·
this road
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Camden
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
Toward Trucks-Buses-Cars
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
I 95
Exit 6
Toward I 95 South: Pennsylvania Turnpike, Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward US 130: Florence, Burlington
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 130 South: Burlington
16
Merge onto US 130
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Burlington-Bordentown Road
17
Continue on US 130
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Burlington Pike
18
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130; CR 543
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Burlington Pike
19
Continue on US 130; CR 543
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Washington Avenue
20
Turn slight right onto CR 543
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Beverly Road
21
Continue on CR 543
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Warren Street East
22
Continue on CR 543
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Burlington Avenue
23
Turn left
30 ft
·
2 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.9 miles from Hamilton, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 2.8 and 42.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
2.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 138 West: Point Pleasant
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6B
Toward NJ 138 West: Point Pleasant
8
32.3 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward I 95 Toll, NJTP: New York, Camden
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 6
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP: New York, Camden
9
33 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Camden
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Camden
7
33.2 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Trucks-Buses-Cars
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Trucks-Buses-Cars
9
42.1 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95 toward I 95 South: Pennsylvania Turnpike, Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 6
Toward I 95 South: Pennsylvania Turnpike, Phila...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.25 one way
$18.50 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.13 | $20.26 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.82 | $21.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.32 | $24.64 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.18
New Jersey Turnpike
(8.4 mi)
$1.18
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.86 | $2.68 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.88 | $2.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.81 | $3.57 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Delanco, NJ
Afternoon in Delanco on Saturday
Local time
3:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
45°F
West Windsor, NJ
28 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
1 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 13m 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 drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 76% of the journey on major roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 27.6 miles on the Central Jersey Expressway, offering a consistent pace. The route utilizes the New Jersey Turnpike and Burlington Pike, indicating a mix of high-speed expressway travel and potentially busier arterial roads as you approach your destination. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over scenic detours.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.6 mi on Central Jersey Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Central Jersey Expressway and New Jersey Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.8 miles you will encounter 15 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 2.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Hamilton, NJ and Delanco, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New York, Camden, Njtp, Njtp South: Camden, Trucks-Buses-Cars and Philadelphia - among others.
Njtp: New York
32.3 mi in
|
~39m
Camden
32.3 mi in
|
~39m
Njtp
32.9 mi in
|
~41m
Njtp South: Camden
33 mi in
|
~41m
Trucks-Buses-Cars
33.2 mi in
|
~42m
Philadelphia
42.1 mi in
|
~52m
|
via I 95
Burlington
45.4 mi in
|
~56m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 55.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27.6 miles on Central Jersey Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.18 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 Delanco, 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 2.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Gateway National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Delanco, NJ before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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