Origin
Moorestown, NJ
Night in Moorestown on Sunday
Local time
9:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moorestown, NJ to Newark, NJ
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
74.3 mi
120 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
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6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moorestown, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Moorestown to Newark, you are looking at a straightforward 74.3-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 34 minutes. This drive is highly efficient, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stay. You can expect to budget roughly $12 for fuel, keeping the overall cost quite manageable. Because you are traveling entirely within the Northeast region of New Jersey, the transit remains consistent throughout. It is a practical route for those needing to reach Newark quickly, as it relies heavily on major arterial roads to bridge the distance between the two locations.
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
37.2 miles from Moorestown, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 93% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will rely on a combination of the New Jersey Turnpike, I-295, and NJ 21 to navigate the state. The most significant portion of your time is spent on the New Jersey Turnpike, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 57 miles. Expect a steady, high-speed pace for the majority of the trip, as this route is designed for utility rather than winding backroads. As you transition from the initial stretches onto the final approach via NJ 21, you will feel the infrastructure shift toward the denser traffic patterns near your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 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 57 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and I 295. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Plum Street.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 74.3 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 0.1 miles (Plum Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Plum Street
At end of road, turn left onto Plum Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
2.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 295 North
7
9.2 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward CR 541 South: Mount Holly
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 47A
Toward CR 541 South: Mount Holly
8
68.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m 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
71.6 mi into trip
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~1h 28m in
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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 Moorestown, NJ and Newark, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 541 South: Mount Holly, Njtp Toll, Njtp North: New York, Newark Airport and Elizabeth Seaport.
Cr 541 South: Mount Holly
9.2 mi in
|
~12m
Njtp Toll
10.7 mi in
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~14m
Njtp North: New York
10.9 mi in
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~15m
Newark Airport
68.2 mi in
|
~1h 23m
Elizabeth Seaport
68.2 mi in
|
~1h 23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 57 mi | 1h 6m |
| I 295 | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| NJ 21 | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| US 1 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| NJ 38 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Mount Holly Road | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| NJ 81 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Mulberry Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 57 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moorestown, NJ and Newark, NJ.
1
Start on this road
85 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
190 ft
·
19 sec
3
At end of road, turn left onto Plum Street
207 ft
·
14 sec
·
Plum Street
4
Turn left onto CR 603
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Chester Avenue
5
Turn left onto CR 537; CR 603
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
East Main Street
6
Turn right onto CR 603
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Mount Laurel Road
7
Turn left onto NJ 38
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 38
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 295 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 295
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
I 295
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 47A
Toward CR 541 South: Mount Holly
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto CR 541
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
Mount Holly Road
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on CR 541
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Burlington-Mount Holly Road
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
Toward NJTP Toll
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Toward NJTP North: New York
15
Merge onto NJTP
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
16
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP
52 mi
·
1 hr
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 13A
Toward Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport
Use the slight right lane.
18
Merge onto NJ 81
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 81
Use the none lane.
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on US 1; US 9
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
21
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.
22
Turn left onto Chestnut Street
229 ft
·
7 sec
·
Chestnut Street
Use the left lane.
23
Turn right onto Mulberry Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Mulberry Street
Use the none lane.
24
Turn left onto CR 510
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Market Street
Use the left lane.
25
Arrive at destination
CR 510
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak rush hours is always wise to ensure you hit that 1-hour and 34-minute duration. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the route is short enough to drive in one go. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before setting out; while $12 is a solid estimate, heavy traffic can impact your efficiency on the Turnpike. One specific tip for this drive is to monitor local traffic reports for the New Jersey Turnpike specifically, as this 57-mile stretch is the backbone of your journey and the most likely place to encounter delays.
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 37.2 miles from Moorestown, NJ, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57 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 74.3 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.2 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 17m
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 Moorestown, 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 Moorestown, NJ
This is one driving day of about 74.3 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Moorestown, 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 57 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.2 mi from Moorestown, NJ · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 74.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.2 miles from Moorestown, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$12.29 one way
$24.59 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $13.45 | $26.91 |
| premium | $4.92 | $14.40 | $28.80 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.51 | $33.01 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.98
New Jersey Turnpike
(57 mi)
$7.98
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
$12
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.80 | $3.57 |
| Efficient EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.40 | $4.76 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Newark, NJ
Night in Newark on Sunday
Local time
9:33 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 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 34m 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 Moorestown, NJ to Newark, NJ covers 74.3 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, I 295, 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 37.2 miles from Moorestown, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.29 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 21 significant decision points across 74.3 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 0.1 miles (Plum Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Moorestown, NJ and Newark, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 541 South: Mount Holly, Njtp Toll, Njtp North: New York, Newark Airport and Elizabeth Seaport.
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