Origin
Hillsborough, NJ
Morning in Hillsborough on Sunday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hillsborough, 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
39m
Distance
23.8 mi
38 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hillsborough, NJ
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Trenton, NJ
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Hillsborough to Trenton, New Jersey, covers a distance of 24.2 miles. This trip typically takes about 43 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a quick day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $4, the route is highly economical for those commuting between these Northeast locations. Because the journey is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to head out whenever it fits your plans. It is a straightforward transit within the state, ideal for travelers who prefer a quick connection rather than a long-haul adventure.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 206 | 7.3 mi | 11m |
| Brunswick Pike | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Trenton Freeway | 3 mi | 4m |
| Peter J. Biondi Memorial Bypass | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Washington Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| North Olden Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Hillsborough Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Witherspoon Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 206
— 7.3 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hillsborough, NJ and Trenton, NJ.
1
Start on Willow Road
57 ft
·
8 sec
·
Willow Road
2
Turn left onto Hillsborough Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Hillsborough Road
3
Turn left onto US 206 BYP
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Peter J. Biondi Memorial Bypass
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on US 206
7.3 mi
·
11 min
·
US 206
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto Cherry Hill Road
141 ft
·
6 sec
·
Cherry Hill Road
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto Mount Lucas Road
493 ft
·
18 sec
·
Mount Lucas Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Continue on Witherspoon Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Witherspoon Street
8
Turn left onto Wiggins Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Wiggins Street
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto Vandeventer Avenue
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Vandeventer Avenue
10
Continue on CR 526; CR 571
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Washington Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Enter roundabout onto US 1
62 ft
·
3 sec
·
Brunswick Pike
12
Continue on US 1
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Brunswick Pike
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
15
Merge onto US 1
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Brunswick Pike
16
Continue on US 1
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Trenton Freeway
17
Take the exit
474 ft
·
14 sec
Toward Olden Avenue, New York Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
18
At end of road, turn left onto New York Avenue
481 ft
·
14 sec
·
New York Avenue
19
Turn left onto CR 622
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Olden Avenue
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto CR 606
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hamilton Avenue
21
Turn right onto CR 626
6 ft
·
0 sec
·
Chambers Street
22
Arrive at destination
CR 626
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 10.1 and 21.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
10.1 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
Cherry Hill Road
Turn left onto Cherry Hill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
10.2 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
Mount Lucas Road
Turn right onto Mount Lucas Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
10.9 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
Wiggins Street
Turn left onto Wiggins Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
11.1 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
Vandeventer Avenue
Turn right onto Vandeventer Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
21.6 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward Olden Avenue, New York Avenue
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 Olden Avenue, New York Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.95 one way
$7.89 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.32 | $8.64 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.62 | $9.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.25 | $10.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.50 | $1.14 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.08 | $0.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Morning in Trenton on Sunday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
39m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise on this 24.2-mile journey. Since the route features a 0% highway share, you will be navigating local roads for the entire duration of your 43-minute trip. The drive demands your focus as you transition through various local intersections and turns throughout the New Jersey landscape. You won't find any long, uninterrupted stretches here, so keep your hands on the wheel and stay alert for the constant changes in road direction. It is a hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged from start to finish.
43% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.3 mi on US 206.
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 around 10.1 miles in near Cherry Hill Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 23.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 39m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.1 miles (Cherry Hill Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.2 miles (Mount Lucas Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.9 miles (Wiggins Street): Lane positioning matters here.
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 39m. Total distance: 23.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.3 miles on US 206. 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: at 10.1 miles (Cherry Hill Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.2 miles (Mount Lucas Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.9 miles (Wiggins Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Morristown National Historical Park and Thomas Edison National Historical Park. 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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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