Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
41m
Distance
30 mi
48 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairview, NJ
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Trenton, NJ
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This 30-mile drive from Fairview, NJ, to Trenton, NJ, is a manageable journey that can easily be completed in about 41 minutes. Designed as a single-day trip, you won't need to worry about overnight stays. The estimated fuel cost is around $5, making it an economical option for a short excursion within the Northeast region. The route offers a mixed driving experience, balancing highway travel with local road segments. This straightforward trip is ideal for those looking for a direct and efficient way to get from point A to point B without extensive planning.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 13.7 mi | 15m |
| Main Street | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Mount Holly Bypass | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Burlington-Mount Holly Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Medford-Mount Holly Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Stokes Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| South Olden Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Mount Holly Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Fairview, NJ and Trenton, NJ.
Start on this road
At end of road, turn left onto Skeet Road
Turn right onto CR 541
Continue on CR 541
Continue on CR 541
Continue on CR 541
Turn left onto CR 541
Continue on CR 541
Continue on CR 541
At end of road, turn left onto CR 541
Continue on CR 541
Take the exit
Merge onto I 295
Take the exit
Turn straight onto CR 620
Turn left onto CR 622
Turn left onto CR 606
Turn right onto CR 626
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 27.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn left onto Skeet Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Turn right onto CR 541 / Stokes Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto CR 541 / Mount Holly Bypass
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto CR 541 / Burlington-Mount Holly Road
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Arena Drive West, Olden Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$4.97 one way
$9.95 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.45 | $10.89 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.82 | $11.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.62 | $13.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.15 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.20 | $1.92 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (60% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Fairview on Sunday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Morning in Trenton on Sunday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Your journey will primarily utilize I-295, which makes up 46% of the drive, offering stretches of consistent highway speeds. The longest uninterrupted section you'll encounter is 13.7 miles on I-295, allowing for a good pace. However, the route also incorporates Main Street and the Mount Holly Bypass, introducing some local road driving and potential traffic variations. This blend means you'll experience both the efficiency of the interstate and the more varied conditions of local thoroughfares as you progress toward Trenton.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Skeet Road.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 30 miles you will encounter 9 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 (Skeet Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.1 miles (CR 541 / Stokes Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles (CR 541 / Mount Holly Bypass): Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Fairview, NJ to Trenton, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Arena Drive West along the way.
Arena Drive West
Trenton is in Mercer County, and is the capital of New Jersey. The city's strategic location in between New York City and Philadelphia has historically contributed to its growth and significantly impacts local culture. Located on the Delaware River across from Pennsylvania, Trenton is the only accessible capital city in the United States to border another state.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 30 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (46%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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