How far is Pennsauken, NJ from Somerset, NJ?

The driving distance from Pennsauken, NJ to Somerset, NJ is about 30.6 miles (49.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 24.7 miles (39.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
30.57 mi
00h 46m
Flight
24.71 mi
39.77 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
24.71 mi
Kilometers
39.77 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
30.57 mi
Kilometers
49.2 km
Drive Time
00h 46m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Somerset
Mon, Jul 13, 1:11 PM EDT
Return by in Pennsauken
Mon, Jul 13, 1:57 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Pennsauken
2026-07-13T12:24
Arrive Somerset
Mon, Jul 13, 1:11 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 46m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:46 AM to 10:46 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:58 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Pennsauken
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Edgewater Park
NJ

Township of New Jersey

From Pennsauken
15.3 mi
00h 23m
To Somerset
15.3 mi
00h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
86°F
Monday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Mon, Jul 13 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SE
Destination
86°F
Monday

Sunny

Starts
Mon, Jul 13 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Pennsauken and Somerset.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pennsauken and Somerset.

  1. 1

    Start on North Crescent Boulevard

    42 m · 4 sec · North Crescent Boulevard

  2. 2

    Turn sharp left

    64 m · 20 sec

  3. 3

    Turn right

    26 m · 8 sec

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Merchantville Avenue

    36 m · 5 sec · Merchantville Avenue

  5. 5

    Turn left onto North Crescent Boulevard

    1.4 mi · 2 min · North Crescent Boulevard

  6. 6

    Continue on Westfield Camden Turnpike

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Westfield Camden Turnpike

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward NJ 73 North: Tacony Bridge

    1593 ft · 44 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Palmyra Bridge Boulevard

    1.9 mi · 3 min · Palmyra Bridge Boulevard

  9. 9

    Continue on Tacony–Palmyra Bridge

    1.4 km · 2 min · Tacony–Palmyra Bridge

  10. 10

    Take the exit right

    3218 ft · 1 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on Milnor Street

    1611 ft · 35 sec · Milnor Street

  12. 12

    Take the ramp left toward I 95 North

    1850 ft · 45 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left onto Delaware Expressway

    10.2 mi · 14 min · Delaware Expressway

  14. 14

    Keep slight left to continue on Delaware Expressway

    11 mi · 15 min · Delaware Expressway

  15. 15

    Continue on Scudder Falls Bridge

    1712 ft · 27 sec · Scudder Falls Bridge

  16. 16

    Take the exit slight right toward NJ 29: Lambertville, Trenton

    866 ft · 37 sec

  17. 17

    Keep slight right to continue on NJ 29 North: Lambertville

    1338 ft · 44 sec

  18. 18

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route

    47 m · 4 sec

  19. 19

    Exit the roundabout

    130 m · 13 sec

  20. 20

    Merge slight right onto River Road

    1.4 km · 1 min · River Road

  21. 21

    Turn right onto Mountainview Road

    1197 ft · 33 sec · Mountainview Road

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Mountainview Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Pennsauken and Somerset.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
22 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
3 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
71.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Delaware Expressway
21.2 mi · 69%
Palmyra Bridge Boulevard
1.94 mi · 6%
Tacony–Palmyra Bridge
1.51 mi · 5%
Westfield Camden Turnpike
1.48 mi · 5%
North Crescent Boulevard
1.47 mi · 5%
River Road
0.89 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Delaware Expressway

Keep slight left to continue on Delaware Expressway

11 mi · 00h 15m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
00h 46m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+5.9 mi
24.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Edgewater Park
00h 23m from Pennsauken
Leave By
4:58 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Pennsauken and Sunny near Somerset.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Pennsauken to Somerset?

The road trip is about 30.6 miles (49.2 km) and usually takes 00h 46m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Edgewater Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.3 miles from Pennsauken and 15.3 miles from Somerset.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 24.7 miles (39.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.41 one way or $8.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Pennsauken and Sunny near Somerset.

Stop Ideas Near Edgewater Park

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Edgewater Park and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall
Scenic stop 11.4 mi away

Old City Hall

Bordentown , NJ
11 Crosswicks St, Bordentown, NJ 08505
Rating 4.6/5 13 reviews Historical landmark
Trenton City Hall
Meeting point 11.9 mi away

Trenton City Hall

Trenton , NJ
319 E State St, Trenton, NJ 08608
Rating 3.8/5 67 reviews City Hall
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 10.2 mi away

Fieldsboro Town Hall

Fieldsboro , NJ
1916 S 2nd St, Fieldsboro, NJ 08505
Police department
Germantown Town Hall
Scenic stop 14.4 mi away

Germantown Town Hall

Philadelphia , PA
Germantown Av &, W Haines St, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Rating 3.0/5 2 reviews Historical landmark

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Edgewater Park.

RAIL

Cornwells Heights

4 mi away
700 Station Ave.
BUS

Pennsauken, NJ

17 mi away
215 Derousse Avenue
OTHER

Cherry Hill, New Jersey

20 mi away
Cornell Ave. & West Marlton Pike
RAIL

Trenton Transit Center

21 mi away
72 South Clinton Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Pennsauken and Somerset. Straight-line distance: 24.71 mi (39.77 km).

Pennsauken

#1 Pennsauken

Township in New Jersey, United States of America

Population35,728
Coordinates39.9562200, -75.0579500
Altitude19
CountryUnited States
Photo coming soon

#2 Somerset

Somerset is a place in New Jersey, United States.

Population0
Coordinates40.2762200, -74.8490500
Altitude41
CountryUnited States
Start: Pennsauken (-75.05795, 39.95622)
End: Somerset (-74.84905, 40.27622)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 49 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 01m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 45m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 36m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 30m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 26m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 22m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.08 gal
4.08 L · about $4.41
Round trip
$8.83
2.16 gal · 8.16 L
Estimated CO2
9.6 kg one way
Round trip: 19.2 kg / 42 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $4.41 $8.83
Mid-grade $4.60 $4.97 $9.93
Premium $4.95 $5.35 $10.70
Diesel $5.98 $6.46 $12.92

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in New Jersey · Jul 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Pennsauken and Somerset. The current time is 12:24:55.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.