Origin
Lakewood, NJ
Night in Lakewood on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Lakewood, NJ to Bridgeton, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h
Distance
85.9 mi
138 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 52m
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6 AM
2h 0m
8 AM
2h 18m
10 AM
2h 6m
12 PM
2h 5m
3 PM
2h 7m
5 PM
2h 17m
8 PM
1h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lakewood, NJ
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Bridgeton, NJ
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Trip Overview
Lakewood, NJ to Bridgeton, NJ is 85.9 miles and takes about 2 hours via NJ 70, US 206, and Lincoln Avenue, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a straightforward, mixed-drive route that should be manageable for most drivers. If you're looking for a short, uncomplicated journey within the state, this route offers a practical way to get from point A to point B without significant time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43 miles from Lakewood, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 70 | 31 mi | 44m |
| US 206 | 17.8 mi | 23m |
| Lincoln Avenue | 7.8 mi | 11m |
| 12th Street | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| East Main Street | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| River Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Bridgeton Millville Pike | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| Buena-Hammonton Road | 2.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 70
— 31 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakewood, NJ and Bridgeton, NJ.
1
Start on 8th Street
46 ft
·
7 sec
·
8th Street
2
Turn left onto US 9; CR 547
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Madison Avenue
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on US 9
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
River Avenue
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
Toward NJ 70 West: Lakehurst, Camden
5
Merge onto NJ 70
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
NJ 70
Use the straight lane.
6
Enter roundabout
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
Toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix, Cherry Hill
7
Continue
260 ft
·
4 sec
Toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix, Cherry Hill
8
Continue on NJ 70
17 mi
·
23 min
·
NJ 70
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
444 ft
·
5 sec
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
10
Continue on NJ 70
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
11
Enter roundabout onto US 206
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
US 206
Toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City
12
Continue on US 206
18 mi
·
23 min
·
US 206
Toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on NJ 54
501 ft
·
11 sec
·
Bellevue Avenue/END Route 54
Use the straight lane.
14
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 54
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Bellevue Avenue
15
Continue on NJ 54; CR 561
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
12th Street
16
Continue on NJ 54
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Buena-Hammonton Road
17
Continue on NJ 54
0.7 mi
·
52 sec
·
Hammonton Road
18
Continue on NJ 54
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Blue Anchor Road
19
Continue on CR 619
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Wheat Road
20
Turn left onto CR 655
7.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Lincoln Avenue
21
Turn right onto Rieck Terrace
0.1 mi
·
39 sec
·
Rieck Terrace
22
Turn left onto CR 555
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
South Main Road
23
Continue on CR 555
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Wheaton Avenue
24
Turn right onto East Broad Street
395 ft
·
14 sec
·
East Broad Street
25
Turn left onto NJ 47
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
North 2nd Street
26
Turn right onto NJ 49; CR 555
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
East Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
27
Continue on NJ 49
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Bridgeton Millville Pike
28
Continue on NJ 49
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Commerce Street East
29
Continue on NJ 49
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Broad Street
30
Turn right onto NJ 77
111 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Pearl Street
31
Turn left
49 ft
·
5 sec
32
Turn right
29 ft
·
2 sec
33
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours, this trip is well-suited for a single-day journey, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. You'll want to keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $14, and it's wise to fill up before you leave Lakewood. There are no specific recommended stops noted for this route, so you can decide on the fly if you need a break. A practical tip for this drive is to be aware of the transition points between the main highways like NJ 70 and US 206, and the more local roads like Lincoln Avenue, as these can sometimes involve traffic lights or slower speeds.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 43 miles from Lakewood, NJ, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 19 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43 miles or 1h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bridgeton, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lakewood, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lakewood, NJ
This is one driving day of about 85.9 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Lakewood, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on NJ 70 for about 31 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43 miles from Lakewood, 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 185 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 75 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 9; CR 547 / Madison Avenue
Turn left onto US 9; CR 547 / Madison Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
9.8 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Enter roundabout toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix, Cherry Hill
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix,...
6
27 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
6
34.8 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
US 206
Enter roundabout onto US 206 toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City
6
75 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
|
NJ 49; CR 555 / East Main Street
Turn right onto NJ 49; CR 555 / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.24 one way
$28.48 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $15.60 | $31.19 |
| premium | $4.93 | $16.66 | $33.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.97 | $37.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.02 | $4.12 |
| Efficient EV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.52 | $3.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.4 | 0 | $12.03 | $5.50 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (67% 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
Bridgeton, NJ
Night in Bridgeton on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
23 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 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 offers a mixed experience, with 57% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches of faster-paced driving, interspersed with more local road segments. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 31 miles along NJ 70, allowing for a sustained period of consistent travel. As you progress, expect the character of the drive to shift, moving from primarily highway to sections that feel more like navigating through towns and local communities.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31 mi on NJ 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 9; CR 547 / Madison Avenue.
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 85.9 miles you will encounter 18 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 (US 9; CR 547 / Madison Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. 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 Lakewood, NJ and Bridgeton, NJ, road signs point toward Cherry Hill and Atlantic City.
Cherry Hill
9.8 mi in
|
~16m
Atlantic City
34.8 mi in
|
~51m
|
via US 206
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h. Total distance: 85.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31 miles on NJ 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 9; CR 547 / Madison Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bridgeton, 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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