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Trip from Lakewood, NJ to Jefferson, 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 37m

Distance

75.9 mi

122 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
1h 30m ★
6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 43m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 52m
8 PM
1h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Lakewood, NJ, NJ

Lakewood, NJ

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township in Morris County, New Jersey

Jefferson, NJ

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Trip Overview

Lakewood, NJ to Jefferson, NJ is 75.9 miles and takes about 1h 37m via New Jersey Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically within New Jersey. Expect a drive that's primarily highway, making it a straightforward journey. If you're looking for an efficient way to get from one point to another without significant detours, this route delivers. It's a solid choice for a quick hop between locations, especially if you're aiming to maximize your time at your destination.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

37.9 miles from Lakewood, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New Jersey Turnpike 47 mi 54m
Central Jersey Expressway 14.5 mi 16m
County Line Road 6.3 mi 11m
Swedesboro Road 3 mi 5m
East Commodore Boulevard 1 mi 1m
Bridgeton Pike 1 mi 1m
Madison Avenue 0.6 mi 1m
Cedar Swamp Road 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: New Jersey Turnpike — 47 mi, about 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lakewood, NJ and Jefferson, NJ.

1

Start on 8th Street

46 ft · 4 sec · 8th Street
2

Turn right onto US 9; CR 547

0.6 mi · 1 min · Madison Avenue
3

Turn left onto CR 526

6.3 mi · 11 min · County Line Road
Use the left lane.
4

Turn left onto CR 526; CR 638

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Jackson Mills Road
5

Turn slight right onto CR 526

1.0 mi · 1 min · East Commodore Boulevard
6

Turn right onto CR 527

0.4 mi · 39 sec · Cedar Swamp Road
7

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Toward I 195 West: Trenton
8

Merge onto I 195

14 mi · 16 min · Central Jersey Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 6 Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP: New York, Camden Use the slight right lane.
10

Continue on this road

479 ft · 23 sec · this road
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP
11

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 28 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Camden Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 47 sec
Toward Trucks-Buses-Cars Use the slight right lane.
13

Merge onto I 95; NJTP

8.4 mi · 9 min · New Jersey Turnpike
14

Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP

39 mi · 44 min · New Jersey Turnpike
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 49 sec
Exit 2 Toward US 322: Swedesboro, Glassboro Use the slight right lane.
16

Turn slight right

173 ft · 7 sec
Toward US 322 East: Glassboro
17

Merge onto US 322; CR 536

3.0 mi · 5 min · Swedesboro Road
Use the right lane.
18

Turn left onto NJ 45

347 ft · 5 sec · North Main Street
Use the left lane.
19

Continue on NJ 45

1.0 mi · 1 min · Bridgeton Pike
20

Arrive at destination

NJ 45

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 37 minutes, this route is easily manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. With a fuel cost estimated at $13, budgeting for gas is straightforward. While there are no designated stops listed, the longest stretch on the New Jersey Turnpike is 47 miles, so consider a brief pause before or after this segment if you prefer. Plan to leave when traffic is lightest to make the most of the highway-focused profile.

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 37.9 miles from Lakewood, NJ, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47 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 17 miles or 25m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 37.9 miles or 51m 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 21m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jefferson, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Lakewood, NJ

This is one driving day of about 75.9 miles and 1h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Lakewood, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New Jersey Turnpike for about 47 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

township in Burlington County, New Jersey, United States; county seat of Burlington County, New Jersey

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mount Holly, NJ

38 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

New Egypt, NJ

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bristol, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 37.9 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Dolsot House | Korean BBQ Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 54.2

Hours: 11 am–9:15 pm

+18562160090

Visit website

Mt Fuji Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Deptford, New Jersey

2 mi

La Cantina Restaurant Bar & Grill

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Blackwood, New Jersey

2.2 mi

Dolsot House | Korean BBQ Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 54.2

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9:15 pm

+18562160090

Visit website

Mt Fuji Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 59.6

Deptford, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+18568458835

Visit website

La Cantina Restaurant Bar & Grill

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 59.6

Blackwood, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+18563025675

Visit website

Cucina Carini

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 48.8

Mt Laurel Township, New Jersey

Hours: 12–9 pm

+18564391941

Visit website

The Boiling House Seafood Boil Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $50 to $10 mile 54.2

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 2–10 pm

+18567512800

Visit website

Toscana

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $30 to $40 mile 54.2

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–9:30 pm

+18564897373

Visit website

Idea Asian Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 65.1

Clarksboro, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18565991668

Visit website

Hên Vietnamese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 54.2

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–8:45 pm

+18568881578

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 21.7

Robbinsville Twp, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 27.1

Hamilton Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 5.4

Jackson Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18882642208

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 27.1

Hamilton Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 27.1

Hamilton Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 27.1

Robbinsville Twp, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 10.8

Clarksburg, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Howell Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

The Great Escape Room Challenge

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 54.2

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 4–9 pm

+16092005690

Visit website

Jake's Place Playground

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 54.2

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 5 am–10 pm

+18564953080

Visit website

Challenge Grove Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 54.2

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+18562162117

Visit website

Bellmawr Lake

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 59.6

Bellmawr, New Jersey

+18569330554

Visit website

Barclay Farmstead Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 54.2

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+18567956225

Visit website

Bury the Hatchet

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 54.2

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 4–10 pm

+18562727475

Visit website

Haddon Lake Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 59.6

Mt Ephraim, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Amazing Escape Room Cherry Hill

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 48.8

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 12:30–11 pm

+18563246417

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 23.2 and 71.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
23.2 mi into trip | ~32m in

Take the exit toward I 95 Toll, NJTP: New York, Camden

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 6 Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP: New York, Camden
9
24 mi into trip | ~34m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Camden

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Camden
7
24.1 mi into trip | ~34m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Trucks-Buses-Cars

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward Trucks-Buses-Cars
6
33 mi into trip | ~45m in | NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
8
71.6 mi into trip | ~1h 29m in

Take the exit toward US 322: Swedesboro, Glassboro

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 2 Toward US 322: Swedesboro, Glassboro

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.58 one way

$25.17 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $13.78 $27.56
premium $4.93 $14.72 $29.44
diesel $5.61 $16.76 $33.52

Estimated Tolls: $6.58

New Jersey Turnpike (47 mi) $6.58

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Tolls

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22.8 0 $7.97 $3.64
Efficient EV 19 0 $6.64 $3.04
EV Truck/SUV 30.4 0 $10.63 $4.86

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Lakewood, NJ

Morning in Lakewood on Sunday

Local time

10:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jefferson, NJ

Morning in Jefferson on Sunday

Local time

10:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

48°F

Mount Holly, NJ

38 mi in

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

7 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

1h 37m 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 is a highway-focused drive, with 81% of the route utilizing major expressways. You'll experience the New Jersey Turnpike for a significant portion, including a continuous stretch of 47 miles on this main artery. The Central Jersey Expressway and County Line Road offer transitions, but the overall character leans heavily towards efficient, higher-speed travel. Be prepared for a driving experience that prioritizes getting you there quickly over scenic byways.

81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 47 mi on New Jersey Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and Central Jersey Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 23.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.9 miles you will encounter 14 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 23.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between Lakewood, NJ and Jefferson, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New York, Camden, Njtp, Njtp South: Camden, Trucks-Buses-Cars and Wilmington - among others.

Njtp: New York

23.2 mi in | ~32m

Camden

23.2 mi in | ~32m

Njtp

23.9 mi in | ~34m

Njtp South: Camden

24 mi in | ~34m

Trucks-Buses-Cars

24.1 mi in | ~34m

Wilmington

33 mi in | ~45m | via NJTP

Glassboro

71.6 mi in | ~1h 29m

About the Cities

Starting in Lakewood, NJ

Full guide →

Lakewood is a town in Ocean County, New Jersey.

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 37m. Total distance: 75.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 47 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $6.58 in tolls one way, starting with New Jersey Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

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 Jefferson, 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 23.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jefferson, 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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