Origin
Hammonton, NJ
Afternoon in Hammonton on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hammonton, NJ to Trenton, 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
Distance
44.4 mi
71 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 56m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hammonton, NJ
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Trenton, NJ
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Trip Overview
Hammonton, NJ to Trenton, NJ is 44.4 miles and takes about 1 hour via Trenton Road and US 206, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a practical choice for a quick trip, offering a reliable and direct path between these locations. You'll find the journey is mostly comprised of main roads, making it easy to navigate without much fuss. Consider this route for a no-frills transit between your starting and ending points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Trenton Road | 17.6 mi | 23m |
| US 206 | 17.5 mi | 22m |
| I 295 | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| South Olden Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Bellevue Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Arena Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Hamilton Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Burlington Pike | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Trenton Road
— 17.6 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hammonton, NJ and Trenton, NJ.
1
Start on CR 542
112 ft
·
7 sec
·
Central Avenue
2
Turn sharp right onto NJ 54
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Bellevue Avenue
3
Turn right onto NJ 54
501 ft
·
8 sec
·
NJ 54
4
Continue on US 206
18 mi
·
23 min
·
Trenton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Enter roundabout onto US 206
498 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 206
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
6
Continue on US 206
7.6 mi
·
10 min
·
US 206
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 206
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
US 206
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
489 ft
·
15 sec
Toward Bordentown
9
Turn straight onto CR 545
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Farnsworth Avenue
10
Turn left onto US 130
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Burlington Pike
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 295
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 61B
Toward Arena Drive West, Olden Avenue
Use the right lane.
14
Turn straight onto CR 620
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Arena Drive
15
Turn left onto CR 622
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Olden Avenue
16
Turn left onto CR 606
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hamilton Avenue
17
Turn right onto CR 626
6 ft
·
0 sec
·
Chambers Street
18
Arrive at destination
CR 626
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 22.2 miles from Hammonton, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 41.7 — 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
|
NJ 54 / Bellevue Avenue
Turn sharp right onto NJ 54 / Bellevue Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
18.7 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
US 206
Enter roundabout onto US 206 toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
5
18.8 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
US 206
Slight right onto US 206 toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
6
37 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
8
41.7 mi into trip
|
~55m in
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
Use the right lane.
Exit 61B
Toward Arena Drive West, Olden Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.36 one way
$14.72 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.06 | $16.12 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.61 | $17.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.80 | $19.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.5 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 | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
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
Trenton, NJ
Afternoon in Trenton on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Mount Holly, NJ
22 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
13 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 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 route offers a mixed drive, with 49% of it on highways, suggesting a blend of faster-paced travel and more local road segments. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 17.6 miles on Trenton Road, which should provide a solid period of consistent driving. As you progress, expect the road character to shift, moving from potentially more suburban or rural stretches to areas closer to urban centers as you approach Trenton. The inclusion of major roads like US 206 and I-295 indicates you'll experience varied traffic and speed conditions throughout the 44.4-mile journey.
49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.6 mi on Trenton Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 NJ 54 / Bellevue Avenue.
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 44.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 (NJ 54 / Bellevue Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 18.7 miles (US 206): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.8 miles (US 206): 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.
Between Hammonton, NJ and Trenton, NJ, road signs point toward New York, Bordentown and Arena Drive West.
New York
18.7 mi in
|
~25m
|
via US 206
Bordentown
36.2 mi in
|
~47m
Arena Drive West
41.7 mi in
|
~55m
About the Cities
Arriving in Trenton, NJ
Full guide →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).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 44.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (49%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.6 miles on Trenton Road. 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 Trenton, 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 (NJ 54 / Bellevue Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 18.7 miles (US 206): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.8 miles (US 206): 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 Trenton, 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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