Origin
Jenkins, NJ
Late night in Jenkins on Sunday
Local time
4:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jenkins, NJ to Burlington, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
37.7 mi
61 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jenkins, NJ
James Kampeis
Burlington, NJ
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Trip Overview
This 37.7-mile drive from Jenkins to Burlington, New Jersey, is a straightforward local journey that should take about 58 minutes to complete. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $6, it's an easy day trip with no need for an overnight stay. The route primarily utilizes local roads like Magnolia Road and Green Bank Chatsworth Road, with only about 10% on highways. Expect a turn-heavy experience as you navigate through familiar New Jersey terrain. This trip is perfect for a quick excursion within the Northeast region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Road | 6.9 mi | 12m |
| Green Bank Chatsworth Road | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| New Gretna Chatsworth Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Barnegat Road | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| State Route 38 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Mount Holly Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Burlington-Mount Holly Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Magnolia Road
— 6.9 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jenkins, NJ and Burlington, NJ.
1
Start on this road
105 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto CR 563
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Green Bank Chatsworth Road
3
Continue on CR 563
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
New Gretna Chatsworth Road
4
Continue on CR 563
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Main Street
5
Continue on CR 563
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
New Gretna Chatsworth Road
6
Continue on CR 532; CR 563
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
7
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 72
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Barnegat Road
8
Enter roundabout onto CR 644
460 ft
·
5 sec
·
Magnolia Road
Toward Pemberton, Fort Dix, Mount Holly
9
Continue on CR 644
6.8 mi
·
12 min
·
Magnolia Road
Toward Pemberton, Fort Dix, Mount Holly
10
Turn left onto CR 530
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Pemberton Bypass
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on CR 530
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Hampton Street
12
Continue on CR 530
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Pemberton Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on NJ 38
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 38
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on NJ 38
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
State Route 38
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto CR 541
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Mount Holly Bypass
16
Continue on CR 541
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Mount Holly Avenue Bypass
17
Continue on CR 541
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Mount Holly Bypass
18
At end of road, turn left onto CR 541
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Burlington-Mount Holly Road
Use the left lane.
19
Continue on CR 541
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Mount Holly Road
20
Continue on CR 541
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
21
Turn left onto US 130; CR 543
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Burlington Pike
22
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130; CR 543
118 ft
·
2 sec
·
Burlington Pike
23
Arrive at destination
US 130; CR 543
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.8 miles from Jenkins, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 12.7 and 31.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
12.7 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
NJ 72 / Barnegat Road
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 72 / Barnegat Road
Navigation decision point
6
16.2 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
CR 644 / Magnolia Road
Enter roundabout onto CR 644 / Magnolia Road toward Pemberton, Fort Dix, Mount Holly
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Pemberton, Fort Dix, Mount Holly
6
23 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
CR 530 / Pemberton Bypass
Turn left onto CR 530 / Pemberton Bypass
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4
29.7 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
CR 541 / Mount Holly Bypass
Turn right onto CR 541 / Mount Holly Bypass
Navigation decision point
5
31.7 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
CR 541 / Burlington-Mount Holly Road
At end of road, turn left onto CR 541 / Burlington-Mount Holly Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.25 one way
$12.50 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.85 | $13.69 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.31 | $14.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.32 | $16.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.30 | $1.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.41 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Burlington, NJ
Late night in Burlington on Sunday
Local time
4:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
24 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
58m 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' for most of this trip. Only a small portion, around 10%, is on highways, meaning you'll be spending the majority of your time on local roads. The longest stretch without a significant turn is 6.9 miles along Magnolia Road. This suggests a route that winds through communities, requiring your attention to navigation and local traffic patterns rather than sustained high-speed driving. The road will likely feel varied, shifting from one local road to another as you make your way to your destination.
Only 10% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.9 mi on Magnolia Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 12.7 miles in near NJ 72 / Barnegat Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 37.7 miles you will encounter 9 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 12.7 miles (NJ 72 / Barnegat Road): Navigation decision point; at 16.2 miles (CR 644 / Magnolia Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23 miles (CR 530 / Pemberton Bypass): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
141 ft
5 ft
Total Climb
128 ft
Total Descent
163 ft
Highest Point
141 ft
~13.5 mi in
Elevation Range
136 ft
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 Jenkins, NJ and Burlington, NJ, road signs point toward Pemberton, Fort Dix and Mount Holly.
Pemberton
16.2 mi in
|
~23m
|
via CR 644
Fort Dix
16.2 mi in
|
~23m
|
via CR 644
Mount Holly
16.2 mi in
|
~23m
|
via CR 644
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 37.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (10%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.9 miles on Magnolia Road. 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: at 12.7 miles (NJ 72 / Barnegat Road): Navigation decision point; at 16.2 miles (CR 644 / Magnolia Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23 miles (CR 530 / Pemberton Bypass): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Burlington, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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