Origin
Marlton, NJ
Evening in Marlton on Sunday
Local time
7:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marlton, NJ to Newark, NJ
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
76.7 mi
123 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marlton, NJ
James Kampeis
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Marlton to Newark, expect a straightforward 76.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 36 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, as the distance is short enough that you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. You can expect to spend approximately $13 on fuel, making this an economical transit option within the Northeast region. By utilizing the New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 73, and NJ 21, you stay almost entirely on major thoroughfares. It is a no-nonsense route designed for efficiency rather than exploration, ideal for those who need to get from South Jersey to the Newark area quickly.
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
38.4 miles from Marlton, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive that relies heavily on high-speed infrastructure, with 96% of the route consisting of highway travel. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the New Jersey Turnpike, which accounts for a 66.5-mile stretch of the trip. Because of this, the experience behind the wheel is consistent and predictable, lacking the technical turns or varied terrain of local backroads. As you transition from the initial NJ 73 access onto the Turnpike and eventually reach the NJ 21 corridor, the environment remains dominated by steady interstate traffic. Prepare for a monotonous, functional drive where the primary goal is maintaining a steady pace through the state’s primary transit arteries.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 66.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and NJ 73. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 76.7 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 0.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the exit toward NJ 73: Palmyra, Tacony Bridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 73: Palmyra, Tacony Bridge
7
3.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit toward NJTP
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJTP
7
3.6 mi into trip
|
~6m 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
8
70.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport
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 13A
Toward Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport
8
74 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
|
NJ 21
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21 toward NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown
Towns Along This Route
Between Marlton, NJ and Newark, NJ, road signs point toward Newark Airport and Elizabeth Seaport.
Newark Airport
70.6 mi in
|
~1h 24m
Elizabeth Seaport
70.6 mi in
|
~1h 24m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 66.5 mi | 1h 17m |
| NJ 73 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| NJ 21 | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| US 1 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| NJ 81 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Mulberry Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Marlton Pike | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Market Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 66.5 mi, about 1h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marlton, NJ and Newark, NJ.
1
Start on this road
28 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto CR 620
113 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Main Street
3
Turn right onto CR 607
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Maple Avenue
4
Turn left onto NJ 70
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Marlton Pike
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Toward NJ 73: Palmyra, Tacony Bridge
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto NJ 73
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 73
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on NJ 73
198 ft
·
3 sec
·
NJ 73
Use the right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward NJTP
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJTP North: New York
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Merge onto NJTP
15 mi
·
16 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP
52 mi
·
1 hr
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 13A
Toward Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto NJ 81
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 81
Use the none lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on US 1; US 9
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 21
Toward NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Turn left onto Chestnut Street
229 ft
·
7 sec
·
Chestnut Street
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto Mulberry Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Mulberry Street
Use the none lane.
19
Turn left onto CR 510
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Market Street
Use the left lane.
20
Arrive at destination
CR 510
Trip Plan
Because this 1-hour and 36-minute drive is quite short, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak commuting hours is always wise to ensure a smooth arrival. Since there are no mandatory stops required to complete the 76.7-mile distance, you can easily power through the trip without needing to plan for lengthy breaks. Keep in mind that your fuel budget is estimated at $13, so topping off your tank before you leave Marlton is a simple way to avoid unnecessary stops along the Turnpike. A specific tip for this route: since you are spending 66.5 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike, keep your E-ZPass ready or have your payment method handy to ensure you don't lose time at toll plazas.
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 38.4 miles from Marlton, NJ, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.5 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 76.7 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.4 miles or 46m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newark, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Marlton, 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 Marlton, NJ
This is one driving day of about 76.7 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Marlton, 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 66.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.4 mi from Marlton, NJ · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 76.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.4 miles from Marlton, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New Jersey Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.5 miles.
Arriving in Newark, NJ
The final approach into Newark, 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 Newark, NJ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.69 one way
$25.38 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $13.89 | $27.78 |
| premium | $4.92 | $14.86 | $29.73 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.04 | $34.08 |
Estimated Tolls: $9.30
New Jersey Turnpike
(66.5 mi)
$9.30
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
$13
Tolls
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23 | 0 | $8.05 | $3.68 |
| Efficient EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.71 | $3.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.74 | $4.91 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Newark, NJ
Evening in Newark on Sunday
Local time
7:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
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 36m 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 Marlton, NJ to Newark, NJ covers 76.7 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 73, NJ 21. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.4 miles from Marlton, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.69 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 16 significant decision points across 76.7 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 0.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Marlton, NJ and Newark, NJ, road signs point toward Newark Airport and Elizabeth Seaport.
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