Origin
Hamilton, NJ
Late night in Hamilton on Sunday
Local time
3:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hamilton, NJ to Spring Lake Heights, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
13m
Distance
6.9 mi
11 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hamilton, NJ
Garrison Gao
Spring Lake Heights, NJ
JINISH RAJAGOPAL
Trip Overview
Hamilton, NJ to Spring Lake Heights, NJ is 6.9 miles and takes about 13 minutes via Route 71, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, direct drive stays within New Jersey, making it a convenient option for a quick trip. With a highway-focused profile, you can expect a straightforward journey between these two points. Given its brief duration, this route is ideal for a same-day excursion, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 71 | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| NJ 33 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West Sylvania Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| NJ 35 | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Warren Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West Bangs Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Old Corlies Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| H Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Route 71
— 1.8 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton, NJ and Spring Lake Heights, NJ.
1
Start on Gully Road
155 ft
·
8 sec
·
Gully Road
2
Turn right onto (17)
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Old Corlies Avenue
3
Turn left onto CR 17
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
West Bangs Avenue
4
Turn right onto NJ 33
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
NJ 33
5
Take the exit
460 ft
·
14 sec
6
Continue on CR 17
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West Sylvania Avenue
7
Turn straight onto NJ 35
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 35
8
Turn slight left onto NJ 71
244 ft
·
6 sec
·
H Street
9
Continue on NJ 71
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Route 71
10
Turn left onto CR 47
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Warren Avenue
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto 4th Avenue
55 ft
·
2 sec
·
4th Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
4th Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 6.5 — 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
|
(17) / Old Corlies Avenue
Turn right onto (17) / Old Corlies Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 17 / West Bangs Avenue
Turn left onto CR 17 / West Bangs Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
NJ 33
Turn right onto NJ 33
Navigation decision point
3
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
6
6.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
CR 47 / Warren Avenue
Turn left onto CR 47 / Warren Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.14 one way
$2.29 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.25 | $2.51 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.34 | $2.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.52 | $3.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.72 | $0.33 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.60 | $0.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.97 | $0.44 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Spring Lake Heights, NJ
Late night in Spring Lake Heights on Sunday
Local time
3:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
13m 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?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 68% of the journey utilizing faster roads. You'll experience a significant portion on Route 71, including an uninterrupted stretch of 1.8 miles. While primarily on main roads like Route 71, NJ 33, and West Sylvania Avenue, the overall feel is one of efficient travel rather than scenic exploration. Expect a consistent pace for most of the trip, with minimal winding or slow-downs.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 1.8 mi on Route 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Route 71 and NJ 33. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near (17) / Old Corlies Avenue.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 13m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start ((17) / Old Corlies Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (CR 17 / West Bangs Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (NJ 33): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 13m. Total distance: 6.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 1.8 miles on Route 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 ((17) / Old Corlies Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (CR 17 / West Bangs Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (NJ 33): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Gateway National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Spring Lake Heights, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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