Origin
Medford Lakes, NJ
Late night in Medford Lakes on Sunday
Local time
12:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Medford Lakes, 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
45m
Distance
31.3 mi
50 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Medford Lakes, NJ
David Kanigan
Trenton, NJ
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Trip Overview
This 31.3-mile drive from Medford Lakes to Trenton, New Jersey, is a manageable 45-minute trip, perfect for a single-day excursion. It primarily utilizes I-295 and local roads like Main Street and the Mount Holly Bypass, offering a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of just $5, this is an economical option for a short getaway within the Northeast region. The short duration means you won't need to worry about overnight stays, allowing for a flexible schedule. This route is straightforward and efficient for reaching your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 13.7 mi | 15m |
| Main Street | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Mount Holly Bypass | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Stokes Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Burlington-Mount Holly Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Medford-Mount Holly Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| South Olden Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Mount Holly Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 13.7 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Medford Lakes, NJ and Trenton, NJ.
1
Start on Indian Trail
428 ft
·
20 sec
·
Indian Trail
2
Turn right onto Big Look Trail
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Big Look Trail
3
At end of road, turn left onto Bowker Road
357 ft
·
17 sec
·
Bowker Road
4
Turn right onto Mohawk Trail
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
Mohawk Trail
5
At end of road, turn left onto CR 541
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Stokes Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on CR 541
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
7
Continue on CR 541
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Medford-Mount Holly Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on CR 541
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
9
Turn left onto CR 541
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Mount Holly Bypass
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Continue on CR 541
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Mount Holly Avenue Bypass
11
Continue on CR 541
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Mount Holly Bypass
12
At end of road, turn left onto CR 541
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Burlington-Mount Holly Road
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on CR 541
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Mount Holly Road
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
15
Merge onto I 295
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 61B
Toward Arena Drive West, Olden Avenue
Use the right lane.
17
Turn straight onto CR 620
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Arena Drive
18
Turn left onto CR 622
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Olden Avenue
19
Turn left onto CR 606
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hamilton Avenue
20
Turn right onto CR 626
6 ft
·
0 sec
·
Chambers Street
21
Arrive at destination
CR 626
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.7 miles from Medford Lakes, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 28.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Big Look Trail
Turn right onto Big Look Trail
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Bowker Road
At end of road, turn left onto Bowker Road
Navigation decision point
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
CR 541 / Stokes Road
At end of road, turn left onto CR 541 / Stokes Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
8.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
CR 541 / Mount Holly Bypass
Turn left onto CR 541 / Mount Holly Bypass
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
28.6 mi into trip
|
~40m 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
$5.19 one way
$10.38 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.68 | $11.37 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.07 | $12.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.91 | $13.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.74 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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
12:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Mount Holly, NJ
16 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
45m 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 drive with a 44% highway share, meaning you'll experience both faster-paced interstate travel and more local road navigation. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 13.7 miles on I-295, providing a good period of consistent speed. This route offers a mixed drive, transitioning between the efficiency of the interstate and the character of local streets. You'll likely find the road conditions generally good, with clear signage guiding you through the different sections of the journey.
44% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.7 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Big Look Trail.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 31.3 miles you will encounter 11 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 (Big Look Trail): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Bowker Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (CR 541 / Stokes 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 Medford Lakes, NJ to Trenton, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Arena Drive West along the way.
Arena Drive West
28.6 mi in
|
~40m
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 45m. Total distance: 31.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (44%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.7 miles on I 295. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Trenton, 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 0.1 miles (Big Look Trail): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Bowker Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (CR 541 / Stokes 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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