Headline: Heads‑Up for I‑295 Travelers — Cross Keys Wawa in Winslow Closing Briefly in Jan. 2026 for Super Wawa Redevelopment
By Ari Williams — 295Times.com | Category: News — Winslow Township
If you rely on the Wawa at Cross Keys Road and Johnson Road — whether as a quick coffee stop before hopping on I‑295 or as a neighborhood go‑to for hoagies and fuel — take note: the legacy Wawa on Cross Keys is slated to close in mid‑January 2026 ahead of a rebuild into a new “Super Wawa.”
What we learned
A banner posted on the store front confirms a closing date in January; staff at the site indicated a small, one‑day adjustment to that date likely tied to winter weather and final site preparation. The closure is temporary and part of a redevelopment plan to replace the older store with a larger, modern Super Wawa building — a rollout Wawa has been doing around New Jersey and the Mid‑Atlantic.
Location and why this matters to I‑295 commuters
The Cross Keys/Johnson Road Wawa sits in Winslow Township, Camden County — a convenient stop for drivers using the I‑295 corridor through South Jersey as well as local traffic between Sicklerville, Turnersville and areas to the north and east. Google Maps places the store at the commercial intersection where Cross Keys Road serves as a collector for nearby residential neighborhoods and for traffic feeding to regional routes.
For commuters and travelers who use the nearby I‑295 exits, the closure means you may want to plan where you’ll grab your morning coffee, fuel up, or pick up lunch for the next several months. Depending on your route, that could mean brief detours to other Wawas or local convenience stores in Winslow, Sicklerville, or Blackwood. The reconstruction project will also bring intermittent construction traffic on Cross Keys and Johnson roads, which could ripple to nearby exit ramps during peak hours.
What the “Super Wawa” will likely bring
Wawa’s “Super” format typically modernizes older stores with a larger convenience area, updated food service and a more spacious layout — sometimes including additional fueling positions and enhanced deli/cafe operations. NJ.com and Patch have covered similar Wawa upgrades across the state, and residents who’ve seen those projects can expect a more contemporary store when this location reopens.
Local impact — short and long term
– Customers: Regulars will lose neighborhood convenience for a stretch, but many locals post on community sites (and Yelp reviews for this store show steady praise for staff, fresh food and convenience) that the Cross Keys Wawa is a neighborhood fixture. Expect patrons to temporarily shift routines to nearby alternatives.
– Employees: In other Wawa redevelopment cases, employees are sometimes offered transfers to nearby stores during construction and many are rehired once a new store opens. We’re trying to confirm staffing plans specific to this Winslow location and will update when we hear back from Wawa or township contacts.
– Nearby businesses: Construction always brings a mix of disruption and opportunity — short‑term noise, truck traffic and parking pressure, but post‑construction increased foot traffic can benefit adjacent retail.
– Traffic and infrastructure: The work will create extra delivery and contractor vehicle activity on Cross Keys Road and Johnson Road. Those navigating I‑295 exits that feed into this area should expect occasional delays during peak construction phases and plan alternate fueling/food stops if they’re on tight schedules.
Where to find updates and alternatives
– If you’re looking for alternate convenience or fuel options, Google Maps and local business listings can point you to the nearest Wawa or other stops along I‑295 — useful if you’re commuting and need predictable service.
– For official project details (permits, construction timeline), Winslow Township’s municipal offices and planning department are the authoritative sources. 295Times will reach out to township officials and Wawa for timing and reopening plans.
– Local sentiment: Community posts on Yelp and neighborhood groups reflect that this location is valued as more than a convenience store — it’s a quick‑stop hub for morning commuters, workers on the run and families picking up dinner. That’s why redevelopment news matters beyond parking and fuel: these projects affect daily routines.
What we’ll watch next
We’ll monitor the site for demolition permits, construction updates, and an official reopening date. Once demolition and construction start producing visible impacts (lane adjustments, heavy equipment staging, detour signage), we’ll report expected durations and recommended alternate routes for drivers using nearby I‑295 exits.
If you have photos from the site, first‑hand reports on employee staffing, or questions about how the rebuild will affect your morning commute, send them to tips@295times.com. We’ll keep this page updated as more specifics become available.
Bottom line: The Cross Keys Wawa closure in January 2026 is temporary and tied to an upgrade to a Super Wawa. It’s a short‑term inconvenience for a long‑term change that will shape convenience retail and traffic patterns along this part of Winslow Township and the I‑295 corridor — something local drivers and businesses should plan for now.
