Origin
Metuchen, NJ
Night in Metuchen on Sunday
Local time
9:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Metuchen, NJ to Cherry Hill, NJ
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
60.9 mi
98 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
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6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Metuchen, NJ
James Kampeis
Cherry Hill, NJ
Quang Vuong
Trip Overview
Spanning 60.9 miles across New Jersey, this trip from Metuchen to Cherry Hill is a straightforward journey typically taking about 1 hour and 19 minutes. Because the distance is relatively short, you can easily complete the drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $10 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable excursion within the Northeast region. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major arterial roads, specifically the New Jersey Turnpike and US 1. This route is ideal for those prioritizing efficiency and speed over sightseeing, serving as a reliable connection between two key points in the state.
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
30.4 miles from Metuchen, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed, highway-focused experience, as 89% of your journey takes place on major thoroughfares. You will settle into a steady rhythm on the New Jersey Turnpike, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 48.2 miles. Once you transition off the turnpike, the character of the drive shifts slightly as you navigate toward your destination using US 1 and eventually Kaighns Avenue. The road is designed for consistent movement rather than winding, technical maneuvers, providing a predictable and functional driving environment. You should be prepared for the steady flow of high-volume traffic common on these primary transit corridors.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 48.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and US 1. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 60.9 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 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
5.6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward NJ 18: New Brunswick, East Brunswick
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 18: New Brunswick, East Brunswick
9
5.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 18 South: East Brunswick, Old Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward NJ 18 South: East Brunswick, Old Bridge
7
6.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward NJTP Toll, I 95 Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward NJTP Toll, I 95 Toll: New Jersey Turnpik...
8
6.9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
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: Trenton
8
38.7 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
Towns Along This Route
Between Metuchen, NJ and Cherry Hill, NJ, road signs point toward Brunswick, Njtp Toll, Njtp South: Trenton, Njtp South: Camden, Wilmington and Camden.
Brunswick
5.6 mi in
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~10m
Njtp Toll
6.5 mi in
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~12m
Njtp South: Trenton
6.9 mi in
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~13m
Njtp South: Camden
38.7 mi in
|
~50m
|
via NJTP
Wilmington
38.7 mi in
|
~50m
|
via NJTP
Camden
55.5 mi in
|
~1h 9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 48.2 mi | 55m |
| US 1 | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Kaighns Avenue | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| NJ 73 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| State Route 18 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| NJ-73 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Haddonfield Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 48.2 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Metuchen, NJ and Cherry Hill, NJ.
1
Start on NJ 27
209 ft
·
13 sec
·
Middlesex Avenue
2
Turn right onto CR 531
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
4
Merge onto US 1
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
US 1
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward NJ 18: New Brunswick, East Brunswick
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
Toward NJ 18 South: East Brunswick, Old Bridge
Use the slight left lane.
7
Merge onto NJ 18; CR 527
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 18
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJTP Toll, I 95 Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
Use the right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
225 ft
·
5 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
31 mi
·
36 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP
17 mi
·
19 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 4
Toward NJ 73: Mount Laurel, Camden
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward NJ 73 North: Camden
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto NJ 73
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 73
Use the none lane.
16
Continue on NJ-73
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
NJ-73
Use the none lane.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
Toward NJ 38 West: Camden, Ben Franklin Bridge
18
Merge onto NJ 38
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Kaighns Avenue
19
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward Haddonfield Road South, Haddonfield, Garden State Park
20
Turn right onto CR 644
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Haddonfield Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
21
Arrive at destination
CR 644
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1-hour and 19-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, keeping an eye on traffic reports for the New Jersey Turnpike is a smart move, as congestion can fluctuate significantly throughout the day. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily complete the entire 60.9-mile stretch without needing to refuel or break, though your $10 fuel budget provides a comfortable cushion if you decide to take a detour. To ensure a smooth arrival in Cherry Hill, plan to navigate the final local segments on Kaighns Avenue with extra focus, as traffic patterns change significantly once you exit the interstate system.
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 30.4 miles from Metuchen, NJ, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.2 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 60.9 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.4 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cherry Hill, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Metuchen, 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 Metuchen, NJ
This is one driving day of about 60.9 miles and 1h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Metuchen, 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 48.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.4 mi from Metuchen, NJ · 41m into the drive
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 60.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.4 miles from Metuchen, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cherry Hill, NJ
The final approach into Cherry Hill, 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 Cherry Hill, 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
$10.08 one way
$20.15 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $11.03 | $22.05 |
| premium | $4.92 | $11.80 | $23.60 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.53 | $27.06 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.75
New Jersey Turnpike
(48.2 mi)
$6.75
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
$10
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.39 | $2.92 |
| Efficient EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.53 | $3.90 |
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
Cherry Hill, NJ
Night in Cherry Hill on Sunday
Local time
9:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
20 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 19m 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 Metuchen, NJ to Cherry Hill, NJ covers 60.9 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, US 1, Kaighns Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.4 miles from Metuchen, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.08 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 17 significant decision points across 60.9 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 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Metuchen, NJ and Cherry Hill, NJ, road signs point toward Brunswick, Njtp Toll, Njtp South: Trenton, Njtp South: Camden, Wilmington and Camden.
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