Origin
Jackson, NJ
Late night in Jackson on Sunday
Local time
5:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jackson, 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
54m
Distance
41.4 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jackson, NJ
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Trenton, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward connection between Jackson and Trenton, this 41.4-mile drive is a practical choice. You can easily complete the trip in about 54 minutes, making it a perfect one-day excursion that requires no overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $7, the route is as economical as it is efficient. Since both cities are located within the Northeast region of New Jersey, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the journey. Because there are no mandatory stops required to complete the drive, you have the flexibility to head straight to your destination without unnecessary delays.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 24.4 mi | 28m |
| NJ 73 | 11.4 mi | 16m |
| Jackson Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| South Olden Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Arena Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Hamilton Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Chambers Street | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 24.4 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, NJ and Trenton, NJ.
1
Start on CR 534
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Jackson Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto NJ 73
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
NJ 73
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on NJ 73
8.9 mi
·
12 min
·
NJ 73
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on NJ 73
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
NJ 73
Use the slight right lane.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 295
24 mi
·
28 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 61B
Toward Arena Drive West, Olden Avenue
Use the right lane.
8
Turn straight onto CR 620
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Arena Drive
9
Turn left onto CR 622
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Olden Avenue
10
Turn left onto CR 606
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hamilton Avenue
11
Turn right onto CR 626
6 ft
·
0 sec
·
Chambers Street
12
Arrive at destination
CR 626
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.7 miles from Jackson, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 38.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 534 / Jackson Road
Depart onto CR 534 / Jackson Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
NJ 73
Turn right onto NJ 73
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
14 mi into trip
|
~21m 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
5
14.3 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
38.7 mi into trip
|
~49m 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
$6.86 one way
$13.73 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.52 | $15.03 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.03 | $16.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.14 | $18.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.80 | $2.65 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Late night in Trenton on Sunday
Local time
5:54 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
11 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
54m 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 trip is heavily focused on highway travel, with 86% of the journey spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a combination of I-295, NJ-73, and Jackson Road to reach your destination. Expect a steady, interstate-heavy experience, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 24.4 miles while cruising on I-295. The transition between these roads defines the character of the drive, shifting from local access to high-speed highway segments. It is a functional, no-nonsense route designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal complexity.
86% 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: 24.4 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and NJ 73. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 534 / Jackson Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 54m drive. You will face about 7 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 (CR 534 / Jackson Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (NJ 73): Lane positioning matters here; at 14 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
On the drive from Jackson, NJ to Trenton, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Arena Drive West along the way.
Arena Drive West
38.7 mi in
|
~49m
About the Cities
Starting in Jackson, NJ
Full guide →Jackson Township is a town of 60,000 people (2022) in Ocean County (New Jersey). Jackson is the site of Six Flags Great Adventure and Six Flags Hurricane Harbor theme parks. This article also covers Plumsted Township, a community of about 8,000 people to the west of Jackson.
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 54m. Total distance: 41.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.4 miles on I 295. 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 (CR 534 / Jackson Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (NJ 73): Lane positioning matters here; at 14 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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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