The drive from Trenton, NJ to Richwood, NJ covers 49.5 miles and takes about 1h behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, Veterans Memorial Highway, North-South Freeway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.5 miles on I 295.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.21 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
24.7 miles from Trenton, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 31m into the drive
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Drive Character
This is a 1h highway drive covering 49.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and Veterans Memorial Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 34.5 miles on I 295.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 34.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Veterans Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near CR 620 / Arena Drive.
Route Complexity7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 49.5 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 1.8 miles (CR 620 / Arena Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.6 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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1.8 mi into trip|~3m in|CR 620 / Arena Drive
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 620 / Arena Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
2.6 mi into trip|~4m in|I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
37.2 mi into trip|~45m in
Take the exit toward NJ 42 South: Atlantic City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward NJ 42 South: Atlantic City
8
39 mi into trip|~48m in|NJ 55 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto NJ 55 / Veterans Memorial Highway toward NJ 55 South: Glassboro, Vineland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 55 South: Glassboro, Vineland
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48.7 mi into trip|~59m in
Take the exit toward US 322 West: Richwood, Mullica Hill
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.
Exit 50B
Toward US 322 West: Richwood, Mullica Hill
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Trenton, NJ to Richwood, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Vineland along the way.
Vineland
39 mi in|~48m|via NJ 55
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 295
34.5 mi
40m
Veterans Memorial Highway
9.7 mi
11m
North-South Freeway
1.6 mi
2m
South Olden Avenue
1.2 mi
2m
Hamilton Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Arena Drive
0.6 mi
1m
Mullica Hill Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Chambers Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 34.5 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Trenton, NJ and Richwood, NJ.
1
Start on CR 626
6 ft·6 sec·Chambers Street
2
Turn left onto CR 606
0.6 mi·1 min·Hamilton Avenue
3
Turn right onto CR 622
1.2 mi·2 min·South Olden Avenue
4
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 620
0.6 mi·1 min·Arena Drive
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I 295 South: Bordentown
6
Merge onto I 295
35 mi·40 min·I 295
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·19 sec
Toward NJ 42 South: Atlantic City
8
Merge onto I 76
1.6 mi·2 min·North-South Freeway
9
Keep slight right at fork onto NJ 55
9.7 mi·11 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward NJ 55 South: Glassboro, VinelandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·46 sec
Exit 50BToward US 322 West: Richwood, Mullica HillUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto US 322; CR 536
0.4 mi·46 sec·Mullica Hill Road
12
Arrive at destination
US 322; CR 536
Trip Plan
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 24.7 miles from Trenton, NJ, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.5 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 49.5 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.7 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Richwood, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Trenton, 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 Trenton, NJ
This is one driving day of about 49.5 miles and 1h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Trenton, 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 I 295 for about 34.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.7 mi from Trenton, NJ
· 31m into the drive
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.21 one way
$16.41 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg17 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$8.99
$17.98
premium
$4.93
$9.60
$19.20
diesel
$5.61
$10.93
$21.86
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
14.9
0
$5.20
$2.38
Efficient EV
12.4
0
$4.33
$1.98
EV Truck/SUV
19.8
0
$6.93
$3.17
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago
Origin
Trenton, NJ
Night
in Trenton on Tuesday
Local time
11:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Richwood, NJ
Night
in Richwood on Tuesday
Local time
11:27 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 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 Trenton, NJ to Richwood, NJ covers 49.5 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, Veterans Memorial Highway, North-South Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.7 miles from Trenton, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.21 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 10 significant decision points across 49.5 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 1.8 miles (CR 620 / Arena Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.6 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Trenton, NJ to Richwood, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Vineland along the way.
