This 88.2-mile drive from Mount Arlington, NJ, to Cherry Hill, NJ, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 9 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it's an economical option for a single-day trip. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it a convenient option for getting from one part of New Jersey to another without much fuss. Given the relatively short distance and duration, you won't need to worry about overnight stays. This drive is perfect for when you need to cover ground efficiently within the Northeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.1 miles from Mount Arlington, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 8m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 9m. Total distance: 88.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for this 88.2-mile trip, with 76% of the journey taking place on interstates. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 26 miles on I-295, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your travel. The primary roads guiding you include I-295 and US 206, suggesting a blend of high-speed interstate travel and potentially some stretches on a major U.S. highway. This profile means you'll spend most of your time in the fast lane, covering distance efficiently.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 40 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 295 is the longest continuous segment at about 26 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and US 206. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 24 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 32 significant decision points across 88.2 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 24 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.9 miles (US 206): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 32 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
24 mi into trip|~38m in
Take the exit toward I 287 South: Somerville, Princeton
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 I 287 South: Somerville, Princeton
8
28.2 mi into trip|~43m in
Take the exit toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Somerville, Flemington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 17
Toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Somerville,...
7
29.9 mi into trip|~46m in|US 206
Take the exit onto US 206 toward US 206 South, NJ 28: Somerville, Princeton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 206 South, NJ 28: Somerville, Princet...
7
56 mi into trip|~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward Sloan Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 65B-A
Toward Sloan Avenue
8
80.9 mi into trip|~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward NJ 38: Moorestown, Trauma Center
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 40
Toward NJ 38: Moorestown, Trauma Center
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Mount Arlington, NJ and Cherry Hill, NJ, road signs point toward Princeton, Flemington and Trauma Center.
Princeton
24 mi in|~38m
Flemington
28.2 mi in|~43m
Trauma Center
80.9 mi in|~1h 57m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 295
26 mi
30m
US 206
16.7 mi
26m
US Highway 206
9.7 mi
14m
NJ 38
6.6 mi
9m
Brunswick Pike
4.3 mi
6m
I 287
3.9 mi
4m
North Road
3.8 mi
6m
Howard Boulevard
3.7 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 26 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Arlington, NJ and Cherry Hill, NJ.
1
Start on Mountainview Avenue
36 ft·8 sec·Mountainview Avenue
2
Turn left onto CR 615
3.7 mi·6 min·Howard Boulevard
3
Continue on Commerce Boulevard
0.5 mi·51 sec·Commerce Boulevard
4
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi·13 sec·Main Street
5
Turn left onto NJ 10
2.3 mi·2 min·Route 10 East
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto Canfield Avenue
0.4 mi·59 sec·Canfield Avenue
Use the right lane.
7
At end of road, turn left onto CR 617
0.5 mi·1 min·Sussex Turnpike
8
Turn right onto CR 513
2.1 mi·3 min·Dover - Chester Road
9
Continue on CR 513
3.8 mi·6 min·North Road
10
Continue on CR 513
1.0 mi·1 min·Main Street
Use the left lane.
11
Turn slight left onto US 206
9.7 mi·14 min·US Highway 206
Use the left lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward I 287 South: Somerville, PrincetonUse the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 287
1.3 mi·1 min·I 287
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287
2.6 mi·3 min·I 287
15
Take the exit
0.6 mi·42 sec
Exit 17Toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Somerville, FlemingtonUse the slight left / straight lanes.
16
Merge onto US 202; US 206
1.0 mi·1 min·US 202; US 206
17
Take the exit onto US 206
0.2 mi·37 sec·US 206
Toward US 206 South, NJ 28: Somerville, PrincetonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Enter roundabout onto US 206
525 ft·7 sec·US 206
19
Continue on US 206
9.1 mi·14 min·US 206
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on US 206
7.3 mi·11 min·US 206
Use the straight lane.
21
Turn left onto Cherry Hill Road
141 ft·6 sec·Cherry Hill Road
Use the left lane.
22
Turn right onto Mount Lucas Road
493 ft·18 sec·Mount Lucas Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
23
Continue on Witherspoon Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Witherspoon Street
24
Turn left onto Wiggins Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·Wiggins Street
Use the left lane.
25
Turn right onto Vandeventer Avenue
0.2 mi·44 sec·Vandeventer Avenue
26
Continue on CR 526; CR 571
1.6 mi·3 min·Washington Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
27
Enter roundabout onto US 1
62 ft·3 sec·Brunswick Pike
28
Continue on US 1
4.3 mi·5 min·Brunswick Pike
Use the straight lane.
29
Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Use the slight right lane.
30
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·1 min
Toward I 295 South: Camden
31
Merge onto I 295
1.9 mi·2 min·I 295
32
Take the exit
0.2 mi·14 sec
Exit 65B-AToward Sloan AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·15 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·21 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
35
Merge onto I 295
24 mi·27 min·I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 40Toward NJ 38: Moorestown, Trauma CenterUse the slight right lane.
37
Merge onto NJ 38
6.6 mi·9 min·NJ 38
38
Take the exit
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward Haddonfield Road South, Haddonfield, Garden State Park
39
Turn right onto CR 644
0.3 mi·27 sec·Haddonfield Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
40
Arrive at destination
CR 644
Trip Plan
This 88.2-mile trip is designed for a single day, so you have flexibility in your departure time. Aiming to leave Mount Arlington, NJ, outside of peak morning or evening commute hours will help you make the most of the 2-hour and 9-minute estimated travel time. With no specific stops recommended, your main consideration is fuel; the estimated $15 cost is modest, but it's always wise to check your gauge before heading out. Keep an eye on the road signs for I-295 and US 206 to ensure you stay on track for Cherry Hill.
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 44.1 miles from Mount Arlington, NJ, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26 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 19 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.1 miles or 1h 8m 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 50m
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 Mount Arlington, 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 Mount Arlington, NJ
This is one driving day of about 88.2 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Mount Arlington, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 295 for about 26 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.1 mi from Mount Arlington, NJ
· 1h 8m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Morristown National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 9.1
Park Closure: Partial Reopening: Cross Estate Gardens
Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...
Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history,...
Silk cloth and steam locomotives; textiles and continuous paper rolls; firearms and aircraft engines. What do these things have in common? All were manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ. In 17...
23 mi from route
~58 min detour
Free
near mile 6.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.62 one way
$29.24 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$16.01
$32.03
premium
$4.93
$17.11
$34.21
diesel
$5.61
$19.47
$38.95
Estimated Tolls: $0.04
Sussex Turnpike
(0.5 mi)$0.04
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
$15
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.5
0
$9.26
$4.23
Efficient EV
22.1
0
$7.72
$3.53
EV Truck/SUV
35.3
0
$12.35
$5.64
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Mount Arlington, NJ
Afternoon
in Mount Arlington on Friday
Local time
1:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Cherry Hill, NJ
Afternoon
in Cherry Hill on Friday
Local time
1:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
18 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
2h 9m 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 Mount Arlington, NJ to Cherry Hill, NJ covers 88.2 miles and takes about 2h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, US 206, US Highway 206. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.1 miles from Mount Arlington, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.62 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 32 significant decision points across 88.2 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 24 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.9 miles (US 206): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Mount Arlington, NJ and Cherry Hill, NJ, road signs point toward Princeton, Flemington and Trauma Center.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Morristown National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.
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.
