Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
59.7 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
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.
Hamilton, NJ
Garrison Gao
Mount Laurel, NJ
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Connecting Hamilton to Mount Laurel is a straightforward 59.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 17 minutes. Because this trip is entirely within New Jersey, you can easily complete the drive in a single day without needing an overnight stop. You will primarily navigate via the Central Jersey Expressway, the New Jersey Turnpike, and Hainesport-Mount Laurel Road. With fuel costs estimated at around $10, it is an affordable transit between these two Northeast locations. This route functions perfectly as a direct connection for commuters or those visiting family, offering a reliable path through the heart of the state.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central Jersey Expressway | 27.6 mi | 31m |
| New Jersey Turnpike | 15.7 mi | 18m |
| Hainesport-Mount Laurel Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| State Route 38 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Mount Holly Bypass | 2 mi | 2m |
| NJ 138 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Burlington-Mount Holly Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Gully Road | 1.2 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton, NJ and Mount Laurel, NJ.
Start on Gully Road
Turn left onto Brighton Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto NJ 18
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto NJ 138
Continue on I 195
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP
Take the exit
Continue on NJ Turnpike Exit 5
Turn right onto CR 541
Turn right onto CR 541
Turn right onto NJ 38
Take the exit
Turn straight onto Creek Road
Turn left onto CR 674
Turn left onto CR 603
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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.
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 29.9 miles from Hamilton, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.8 and 49.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 138 West: Point Pleasant
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 95 Toll, NJTP: New York, Camden
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Camden
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward Trucks-Buses-Cars
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Burlington, Mount Holly
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$9.90 one way
$19.80 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.84 | $21.68 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.58 | $23.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.18 | $26.36 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.21
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$2
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.27 | $2.87 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.36 | $3.82 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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 Hamilton on Sunday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Sunny
Destination
Morning in Mount Laurel on Sunday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Sunny
45°F
West Windsor, NJ
30 mi in
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.
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 81% of your travel takes place on high-speed roads. The journey features a significant 27.6-mile stretch on the Central Jersey Expressway, which allows for consistent cruising before you transition toward the local lanes. While the first portion of the trip emphasizes fast-paced interstate driving, the final leg on Hainesport-Mount Laurel Road brings a shift to slower, more localized traffic. You will find that the road's personality changes from the wide, open feel of the Turnpike to the more controlled pace of suburban access roads. It is a functional, efficient drive designed to get you to your destination with minimal fuss.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Central Jersey Expressway and New Jersey Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.7 miles you will encounter 17 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: at 2.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
187 ft
Total Descent
249 ft
Highest Point
191 ft
~24.9 mi in
Elevation Range
175 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hamilton, NJ and Mount Laurel, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New York, Camden, Njtp, Njtp South: Camden, Trucks-Buses-Cars and Wilmington - among others.
Njtp: New York
Camden
Njtp
Njtp South: Camden
Trucks-Buses-Cars
Wilmington
Burlington
Mount Holly
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 59.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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