Commute
Cinnaminson offers multiple ways to get to Philadelphia and the broader region. Here's your complete commute guide.
Location Advantage
Cinnaminson sits just 11 miles east of Center City Philadelphia, with direct highway access via US-130 and I-295, plus public transit options that include the River Line light rail and NJ Transit Bus 409. For commuters who work in Philadelphia, Camden, or the South Jersey corridor, Cinnaminson offers a suburban lifestyle with surprisingly manageable commute times.
How to Get There
Driving
17 minutes
The fastest option. US-130 and I-295 connect directly to Philadelphia. The drive to Center City is approximately 11 miles via the Benjamin Franklin Bridge or Walt Whitman Bridge.
- US-130 runs through the heart of Cinnaminson
- I-295 provides quick highway access
- Benjamin Franklin Bridge to Center City Philly
- Rush hour: 30-40 minutes to Center City
River Line Light Rail
40-55 minutes
The Cinnaminson Station on the River Line is located at River Road and Pleasant Avenue. The light rail runs south to the Walter Rand Transportation Center in Camden, where you transfer to the PATCO Speedline for Center City Philadelphia.
- Cinnaminson Station at River Rd & Pleasant Ave
- 23 minutes to Camden on the River Line
- Transfer to PATCO for Center City (~10 min)
- Total door-to-door: 40-55 minutes
NJ Transit Bus 409
45-55 minutes
Bus 409 runs along US-130 with stops in Cinnaminson, connecting to the Walter Rand Transportation Center in Camden. From there, connect to PATCO for Philadelphia Center City. The bus runs hourly every day.
- Departs from US-130 at Riverton Rd
- 31 minutes to Walter Rand Transportation Center
- Hourly service, every day of the week
- Fares range from $1-$11
Commute Times
Approximate travel times from central Cinnaminson.
| Destination | Driving | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Center City | ~17 min | 45-55 min |
| Camden (PATCO hub) | ~15 min | 23-31 min |
| Cherry Hill Mall | ~10 min | N/A |
| Moorestown Mall | ~8 min | N/A |
| Philadelphia Airport | ~25 min | ~60 min |
| Atlantic City | ~70 min | N/A |
| New York City | ~1.5-2 hrs | ~2.5 hrs |
| Princeton | ~45 min | N/A |
Nearby Transit
Cinnaminson Station (River Line)
River Rd at Pleasant Ave, Cinnaminson
NJ Transit River Line light rail station. Provides service south to Camden and Trenton. Transfer at Camden to PATCO for Philadelphia.
Walter Rand Transportation Center
Broadway & Federal St, Camden, NJ
Major transit hub connecting River Line, NJ Transit Bus, and PATCO Speedline. The gateway to Philadelphia from South Jersey.
PATCO Speedline
Camden to Philadelphia Center City
High-speed rail connecting Camden to Center City Philadelphia in approximately 10 minutes. Runs frequently during peak hours.
Commuter Tips
The River Line Cinnaminson Station offers free parking for commuters.
Bus 409 runs hourly, every day. Check NJ Transit for current schedules.
For PATCO, the Speedline runs from 4:45 AM to 11:00 PM on weekdays.
Off-peak transit fares are lower than peak hours. If your schedule is flexible, save money by traveling outside rush hour.
Cinnaminson is served by PSE&G for electricity and natural gas. Utility costs are moderate for NJ.
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