Origin
Middletown, NJ
Late night in Middletown on Saturday
Local time
4:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Middletown, NJ to Cherry Hill, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
54.2 mi
87 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
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.
Middletown, NJ
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Cherry Hill, NJ
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Trip Overview
Middletown, NJ to Cherry Hill, NJ is 54.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 17 minutes via Tuckahoe Road, Mays Landing Road, and NJ 50, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Jersey, making it a straightforward journey between two points in the Northeast region. Expect a drive with frequent turns and a predominantly local feel, rather than a high-speed highway experience. With less than 1.5 hours of travel time and a low fuel cost, this route is ideal for a quick, single-day excursion, offering a simple transition between your starting and ending points.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 54.2 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 (9%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, with only 9% of the journey on highways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 14.9 miles on Tuckahoe Road, meaning you'll be navigating through towns and local traffic for much of the trip. The roads will likely feel more like a series of connected local streets and county roads rather than a continuous, fast-paced highway. Be prepared for a driving experience that requires constant attention to turns and local road conditions.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Tuckahoe Road is the longest continuous segment at about 14.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NJ 50.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.2 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (NJ 50): Lane positioning matters here; at 27.5 miles (NJ 73; CR 561 Spur / Mays Landing Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 42.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NJ 50
Turn right onto NJ 50
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
27.5 mi into trip
|
~39m in
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NJ 73; CR 561 Spur / Mays Landing Road
Turn left onto NJ 73; CR 561 Spur / Mays Landing Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
42.4 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward Walker Avenue, Berlin-Cross Keys Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Walker Avenue, Berlin-Cross Keys Road
7
51.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
NJ 41; CR 573 / East Kings Highway
Turn right onto NJ 41; CR 573 / East Kings Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
51.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
CR 644 / Grove Street
Turn left onto CR 644 / Grove Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tuckahoe Road | 14.9 mi | 22m |
| Mays Landing Road | 7.9 mi | 10m |
| NJ 50 | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| 12th Street | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| North State Highway | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| Haddonfield-Berlin Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Fredrick Street | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Buena-Hammonton Road | 2.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Tuckahoe Road
— 14.9 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middletown, NJ and Cherry Hill, NJ.
1
Start on Washington Avenue
55 ft
·
6 sec
·
Washington Avenue
2
Turn right onto NJ 50
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
NJ 50
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn left onto CR 557
15 mi
·
22 min
·
Tuckahoe Road
4
Turn slight right onto CR 557
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Cumberland Road
5
Turn left onto US 40; CR 557
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Harding Highway
6
Turn right onto NJ 54
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Blue Anchor Road
7
Continue on NJ 54
0.7 mi
·
52 sec
·
Hammonton Road
8
Continue on NJ 54
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Buena-Hammonton Road
9
Continue on NJ 54
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
12th Street
10
Turn left onto NJ 73; CR 561 Spur
7.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Mays Landing Road
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on NJ 73; CR 561
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
New Cedarbrook Road
12
Continue on NJ 73; CR 561
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
North State Highway
13
Continue on NJ 73
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Fredrick Street
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward Walker Avenue, Berlin-Cross Keys Road
15
Continue on CR 708
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Walker Avenue
Toward Walker Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
16
Continue on CR 561
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Haddon Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on CR 561
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Haddonfield Berlin Road
18
Continue on CR 561
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Lakeview Drive South
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on CR 561
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Haddonfield-Berlin Road
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on CR 561
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Berlin Road
21
Continue on CR 561
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Potter Street
22
Continue on CR 561
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Ellis Street
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on CR 561
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
South Haddon Avenue
24
Turn right onto NJ 41; CR 573
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Kings Highway
Use the left lane.
25
Turn left onto CR 644
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Grove Street
Use the left lane.
26
Continue on CR 644
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Haddonfield Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
27
Arrive at destination
CR 644
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.1 mi from Middletown, NJ · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 27.1 miles from Middletown, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.99 one way
$17.97 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.84 | $19.68 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.51 | $21.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.97 | $23.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.69 | $2.60 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.74 | $2.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.59 | $3.47 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Late night in Cherry Hill on Saturday
Local time
4:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Middletown, NJ to Cherry Hill, NJ covers 54.2 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tuckahoe Road, Mays Landing Road, NJ 50. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.1 miles from Middletown, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.99 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.2 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NJ 50): Lane positioning matters here; at 27.5 miles (NJ 73; CR 561 Spur / Mays Landing Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 42.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Middletown, NJ to Cherry Hill, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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