How far is Swedesboro, NJ from Trenton, NJ?
The driving distance from Swedesboro, NJ to Trenton, NJ is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.2 miles (71.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 58m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Township of New Jersey
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Swedesboro and Trenton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Swedesboro and Trenton.
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Start on Kings Highway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Kings Highway
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Turn right onto Swedesboro Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Swedesboro Road
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Take the exit right toward NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
936 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on NJ Turnpike North, New York City
2557 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike
30.8 mi · 36 min · New Jersey Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward Burlington, Mount Holly, Westampton, Willingboro
1660 ft · 47 sec
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Continue on NJ Turnpike Exit 5
536 ft · 15 sec · NJ Turnpike Exit 5
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Turn left onto Burlington-Mount Holly Road
2657 ft · 55 sec · Burlington-Mount Holly Road
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Continue on Mount Holly Road
1.4 km · 1 min · Mount Holly Road
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Take the exit slight right toward I 295 North: Trenton
1486 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
13.7 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Arena Drive West, Olden Avenue
1355 ft · 33 sec
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Turn straight onto Arena Drive
1.1 km · 1 min · Arena Drive
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Turn left onto South Olden Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Olden Avenue
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Turn left onto Hamilton Avenue
2992 ft · 1 min · Hamilton Avenue
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Turn right onto Chambers Street
2 m · 1 sec · Chambers Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Chambers Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Swedesboro and Trenton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
New Jersey Turnpike
Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike
30.8 mi · 00h 36m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Swedesboro and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Trenton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Swedesboro to Trenton?
The road trip is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Moorestown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26 miles from Swedesboro and 26.3 miles from Trenton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44.2 miles (71.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.1 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 4:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.56 one way or $15.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Swedesboro and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Trenton.
Stop Ideas Near Moorestown
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Bluestone Lane City Hall Coffee Shop
Dilworth Park
Philadelphia Marriage License
City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Moorestown.
Cherry Hill, New Jersey
Pennsauken, NJ
Cornwells Heights
Lindenwold
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Swedesboro and Trenton. Straight-line distance: 44.21 mi (71.15 km).
#1 Swedesboro
Borough in New Jersey, USA
| Population | 2,577 |
| Coordinates | 39.7476100, -75.3104700 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Trenton
The capital of New Jersey.
| Population | 82,957 |
| Coordinates | 40.2170500, -74.7429400 |
| Altitude | 17 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hamilton Avenue (-74.742936, 40.217034)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 84 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $7.56 | $15.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $8.51 | $17.02 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $9.16 | $18.33 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $11.06 | $22.13 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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