Origin
Edgewater Park, NJ
Morning in Edgewater Park on Sunday
Local time
6:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edgewater Park, 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 2m
Distance
44.7 mi
72 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edgewater Park, NJ
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Lakewood, NJ
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Trip Overview
This 44.7-mile drive from Edgewater Park, NJ, to Lakewood, NJ, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 2 minutes. You'll primarily navigate via the Central Jersey Expressway, Burlington Pike, and Burlington-Bordentown Road, with 57% of the journey on highways. Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition between these road types. With an estimated fuel cost of around $7, this short hop through the Northeast region of New Jersey is a straightforward and budget-friendly option for a quick getaway or to reach your destination without much fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central Jersey Expressway | 21.7 mi | 25m |
| Burlington Pike | 9 mi | 14m |
| Burlington-Bordentown Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| US Highway 9 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Robbinsville Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Beverly Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Madison Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Central Jersey Expressway
— 21.7 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edgewater Park, NJ and Lakewood, NJ.
1
Start on Cottage Avenue
184 ft
·
13 sec
·
Cottage Avenue
2
Turn left onto Cliff Avenue
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Cliff Avenue
3
At end of road, turn left onto CR 543
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Warren Street East
4
Continue on CR 543
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Beverly Road
5
Turn slight left onto US 130; CR 543
378 ft
·
6 sec
·
Burlington Pike
6
Continue on US 130; CR 543
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Washington Avenue
7
Continue on US 130; CR 543
5.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Burlington Pike
8
Continue on US 130
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Burlington-Bordentown Road
9
Continue on US 130
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Burlington Pike
10
Continue on US 130; US 206
376 ft
·
10 sec
·
US 130/US 206 Northbound
11
Continue on US 130; US 206
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Burlington Pike
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 130
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Burlington Pike
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Continue on US 130
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Robbinsville Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 195 East: Belmar, New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto I 195
22 mi
·
25 min
·
Central Jersey Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 28A
Toward US 9 South: Lakewood
Use the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto US 9
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US Highway 9
18
Continue on US 9
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Madison Avenue
19
Turn left onto 8th Street
46 ft
·
2 sec
·
8th Street
Use the left lane.
20
Arrive at destination
8th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.4 miles from Edgewater Park, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 44.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Cliff Avenue
Turn left onto Cliff Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
12.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
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US 130 / Burlington Pike
Keep slight right at fork onto US 130 / Burlington Pike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
17.7 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward I 195 East: Belmar, New Jersey Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 195 East: Belmar, New Jersey Turnpike
7
39.9 mi into trip
|
~54m 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
44.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
8th Street
Turn left onto 8th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.41 one way
$14.82 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.12 | $16.23 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.67 | $17.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.87 | $19.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.69 | $2.15 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.91 | $1.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
6:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 2m 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?
The character of this drive is a blend of highway speed and local road engagement. With 57% of the route on highways, you'll experience some faster-paced travel, including a longest continuous stretch of 21.7 miles on the Central Jersey Expressway. As you move from the expressway onto roads like Burlington Pike and Burlington-Bordentown Road, the driving will become more varied, likely involving more turns and potentially interacting with local traffic. This mix means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind, offering a dynamic driving experience for the entire hour.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.7 mi on Central Jersey Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Cliff Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.7 miles you will encounter 8 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 (Cliff Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 12.9 miles (US 130 / Burlington Pike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.7 miles: 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 Edgewater Park, NJ to Lakewood, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward New Jersey Turnpike along the way.
New Jersey Turnpike
17.7 mi in
|
~28m
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 2m. Total distance: 44.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.7 miles on Central Jersey Expressway. 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 (Cliff Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 12.9 miles (US 130 / Burlington Pike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.7 miles: 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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