Origin
Laurel Springs, NJ
Afternoon in Laurel Springs on Sunday
Local time
12:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Laurel Springs, 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
48m
Distance
36.7 mi
59 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Laurel Springs, NJ
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Trenton, NJ
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Trip Overview
This 38.2-mile drive from Laurel Springs to Trenton, New Jersey, is a quick 48-minute journey that's perfect for a single day trip. You'll primarily navigate local roads, including West Atlantic Avenue, Stone Road, and Laurel Road, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost for this short hop is around $6, making it an economical option. Given its brief duration and local road profile, this route offers a straightforward way to travel between two points within the Northeast region. It’s ideal if you're looking for a simple, no-fuss transit without needing to plan for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 28.9 mi | 33m |
| Burnt Mill Road | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| South Olden Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Laurel Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Arena Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Hamilton Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| White Horse Road West | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Stone Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 28.9 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laurel Springs, NJ and Trenton, NJ.
1
Start on Tomlinson Avenue
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Tomlinson Avenue
2
Turn left onto West Atlantic Avenue
297 ft
·
13 sec
·
West Atlantic Avenue
3
Turn slight left onto CR 669
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Stone Road
4
Turn right onto CR 673
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Laurel Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on CR 673
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
White Horse Road West
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto CR 670
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Burnt Mill Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn left onto CR 561
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Haddonfield-Berlin Road
8
Continue on CR 561
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Berlin Road
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 295 North
10
Merge onto I 295
29 mi
·
33 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 61B
Toward Arena Drive West, Olden Avenue
Use the right lane.
12
Turn straight onto CR 620
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Arena Drive
13
Turn left onto CR 622
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Olden Avenue
14
Turn left onto CR 606
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hamilton Avenue
15
Turn right onto CR 626
6 ft
·
0 sec
·
Chambers Street
16
Arrive at destination
CR 626
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.4 miles from Laurel Springs, 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 0.1 and 34 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West Atlantic Avenue
Turn left onto West Atlantic Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CR 673 / Laurel Road
Turn right onto CR 673 / Laurel Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
1.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
CR 670 / Burnt Mill Road
Turn left onto CR 670 / Burnt Mill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
5.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
34 mi into trip
|
~43m 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
$6.08 one way
$12.17 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.66 | $13.33 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.12 | $14.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.10 | $16.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.8 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 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.21 | $1.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.14 | $2.35 |
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
Trenton, NJ
Afternoon in Trenton on Sunday
Local time
12:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
70°F
Burlington, NJ
18 mi in
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
48m 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 this entire 38.2-mile stretch, as the highway share is 0%. This means you'll be making frequent adjustments to your course rather than cruising on high-speed roads. There isn't a 'longest stretch' to speak of, as the entire journey is composed of navigating through local communities and roads. The character of the drive will likely involve navigating through towns and residential areas, with varying speed limits and traffic patterns. Be prepared for a more engaged driving experience requiring constant attention to road signs and turns.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.9 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Burnt Mill Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Atlantic 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 36.7 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 0.1 miles (West Atlantic Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (CR 673 / Laurel Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (CR 670 / Burnt Mill Road): 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 Laurel Springs, NJ to Trenton, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Arena Drive West along the way.
Arena Drive West
34 mi in
|
~43m
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 48m. Total distance: 36.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.9 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: at 0.1 miles (West Atlantic Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (CR 673 / Laurel Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (CR 670 / Burnt Mill Road): 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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