How far is Trenton, NJ from Swedesboro, NJ?

The driving distance from Trenton, NJ to Swedesboro, NJ is about 52.2 miles (84 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 44.2 miles (71.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
52.19 mi
01h 05m
Flight
44.21 mi
71.15 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
44.21 mi
Kilometers
71.15 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
52.19 mi
Kilometers
83.99 km
Drive Time
01h 05m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Swedesboro
Thu, Oct 15, 5:09 PM EDT
Return by in Trenton
Thu, Oct 15, 6:15 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Trenton
2026-10-15T16:03
Arrive Swedesboro
Thu, Oct 15, 5:09 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 05m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:06 AM to 11:06 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:18 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Trenton
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
Moorestown
NJ

Township of New Jersey

From Trenton
26 mi
00h 32m
To Swedesboro
26.1 mi
00h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
66°F
This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 1:00 PM EDT
Wind
5 mph E
Destination
66°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Trenton and Swedesboro.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Trenton and Swedesboro.

  1. 1

    Start on Chambers Street

    2 m · 6 sec · Chambers Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Hamilton Avenue

    2992 ft · 1 min · Hamilton Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn right onto South Olden Avenue

    1.2 mi · 2 min · South Olden Avenue

  4. 4

    Keep slight right to continue on Arena Drive

    2925 ft · 1 min · Arena Drive

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 295 South: Bordentown

    1670 ft · 41 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    13.7 mi · 16 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward CR 541 South: Mount Holly

    1453 ft · 35 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Mount Holly Road

    1 mi · 1 min · Mount Holly Road

  9. 9

    Continue on Burlington-Mount Holly Road

    2438 ft · 43 sec · Burlington-Mount Holly Road

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward NJTP Toll

    1159 ft · 40 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on NJTP South: Camden

    2937 ft · 1 min

  12. 12

    Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike

    30.9 mi · 36 min · New Jersey Turnpike

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward US 322: Swedesboro, Glassboro

    1576 ft · 55 sec

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Swedesboro Road

    1.3 km · 2 min · Swedesboro Road

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Kings Highway

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Kings Highway

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Kings Highway

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Trenton and Swedesboro.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
16 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
30.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
New Jersey Turnpike
30.9 mi · 59%
I 295 South
14 mi · 27%
Kings Highway
1.26 mi · 2%
South Olden Avenue
1.21 mi · 2%
Mount Holly Road
1.04 mi · 2%
Swedesboro Road
0.83 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

New Jersey Turnpike

Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike

30.9 mi · 00h 36m

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
01h 05m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8 mi
44.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Moorestown
00h 32m from Trenton
Leave By
4:18 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Trenton and Mostly Sunny near Swedesboro.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Trenton to Swedesboro?

The road trip is about 52.2 miles (84 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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 Trenton and 26.1 miles from Swedesboro.

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 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 4:18 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.90 one way or $15.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Trenton and Mostly Sunny near Swedesboro.

Stop Ideas Near Moorestown

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 Moorestown and the surrounding midpoint area.
Bluestone Lane City Hall Coffee Shop
Coffee break 12.7 mi away

Bluestone Lane City Hall Coffee Shop

Philadelphia , PA
1 S Penn Square, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Rating 4.2/5 163 reviews Coffee shop,Bar,Cafe
Dilworth Park
Scenic stop 12.8 mi away

Dilworth Park

Philadelphia , PA
1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, United States
Rating 4.5/5 7,605 reviews Tourist attraction,Event venue,Park
Philadelphia Marriage License
Meeting point 12.7 mi away

Philadelphia Marriage License

Philadelphia , PA
415 City Hall, 1401 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Rating 4.3/5 45 reviews City government office,Marriage license bureau
City Hall
Nearby stop 12.7 mi away

City Hall

Philadelphia , PA
Philadelphia, PA 19107, United States
Rating 4.3/5 106 reviews Subway station

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Moorestown.

OTHER

Cherry Hill, New Jersey

10 mi away
Cornell Ave. & West Marlton Pike
BUS

Pennsauken, NJ

10 mi away
215 Derousse Avenue
RAIL

Cornwells Heights

12 mi away
700 Station Ave.
OTHER

Lindenwold

16 mi away
Station Ave & White Horse Rd West

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Trenton and Swedesboro. Straight-line distance: 44.21 mi (71.15 km).

Trenton

#1 Trenton

The capital of New Jersey.

Population82,957
Coordinates40.2170500, -74.7429400
Altitude17
CountryUnited States
Swedesboro

#2 Swedesboro

Borough in New Jersey, USA

Population2,577
Coordinates39.7476100, -75.3104700
Altitude12
CountryUnited States
Start: Trenton (-74.74294, 40.21705)
End: Swedesboro (-75.31047, 39.74761)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 84 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
1.84 gal
6.97 L · about $7.90
Round trip
$15.81
3.68 gal · 13.94 L
Estimated CO2
16.4 kg one way
Round trip: 32.7 kg / 72 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.30 $7.90 $15.81
Mid-grade $4.88 $8.98 $17.95
Premium $5.18 $9.52 $19.04
Diesel $6.32 $11.62 $23.25

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 · Oct 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Trenton and Swedesboro. The current time is 16:03:30.

Distance to Other Cities

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