Origin
Barrington, NJ
Morning in Barrington on Sunday
Local time
10:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Barrington, NJ to Lakewood, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
62.7 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barrington, NJ
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Lakewood, NJ
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 62.7-mile drive from Barrington to Lakewood, New Jersey, is a quick trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 18 minutes. Designed for a single day, you won't need to worry about overnight stays. The route primarily utilizes major highways, making it a 95% highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of just $10, this trip is also very budget-friendly. You'll spend most of your time on I 295 and the Central Jersey Expressway, offering a practical and efficient way to travel between these two points within the Northeast region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 28.8 mi | 33m |
| Central Jersey Expressway | 26.5 mi | 30m |
| US Highway 9 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Madison Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| East Gloucester Pike | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| I 195 East | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Exit 60 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Gloucester Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 28.8 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barrington, NJ and Lakewood, NJ.
1
Start on this road
82 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
64 ft
·
10 sec
3
Turn left onto NJ 41; CR 573
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Clements Bridge Road
4
Turn right onto CR 659
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Gloucester Pike
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on Gloucester Avenue
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Gloucester Avenue
6
At end of road, turn left onto CR 669
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Warwick Road North
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
8
Merge onto I 295
29 mi
·
33 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto Exit 60
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Exit 60
Exit 60
Toward NJ 29 North, I 195 East: Trenton, Belmar
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 195 East
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 195 East
Toward I 195 East: Belmar
11
Merge onto I 195
26 mi
·
30 min
·
Central Jersey Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 28A
Toward US 9 South: Lakewood
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto US 9
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US Highway 9
14
Continue on US 9
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Madison Avenue
15
Turn left onto 8th Street
46 ft
·
2 sec
·
8th Street
Use the left lane.
16
Arrive at destination
8th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.3 miles from Barrington, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 62.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
CR 669 / Warwick Road North
At end of road, turn left onto CR 669 / Warwick Road North
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
8
30.5 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
Exit 60
Take the exit onto Exit 60 toward NJ 29 North, I 195 East: Trenton, Belmar
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 60
Toward NJ 29 North, I 195 East: Trenton, Belmar
7
57.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward US 9 South: Lakewood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 28A
Toward US 9 South: Lakewood
6
62.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
8th Street
Turn left onto 8th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.39 one way
$20.79 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.38 | $22.77 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.16 | $24.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.84 | $27.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.58 | $3.01 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.78 | $4.01 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Lakewood, NJ
Morning in Lakewood on Sunday
Local time
10:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Mansfield, NJ
31 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
22 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 18m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 62.7-mile journey. With 95% of the route on highways like I 295 and the Central Jersey Expressway, it's designed for efficient travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28.8 miles on I 295, allowing for a consistent pace. While primarily interstate, US Highway 9 offers a brief change of pace as you progress. This route prioritizes getting you to your destination with minimal fuss, rather than scenic detours.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.8 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Central Jersey Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.7 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (CR 669 / Warwick Road North): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 30.5 miles (Exit 60): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Barrington, NJ to Lakewood, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Belmar along the way.
Belmar
30.5 mi in
|
~37m
|
via Exit 60
About the Cities
Arriving in Lakewood, NJ
Full guide →Lakewood is a town in Ocean County, New Jersey.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 62.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.8 miles on I 295. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Lakewood, NJ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (CR 669 / Warwick Road North): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 30.5 miles (Exit 60): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lakewood, NJ before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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