Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
42m
Distance
28.9 mi
47 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Medford, NJ
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Jenkins, NJ
James Kampeis
Medford, NJ to Jenkins, NJ is 28.9 miles and takes about 42 minutes via CR 563, NJ 70, and NJ 72, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, direct trip stays within New Jersey, making it a convenient option for local travel. The drive is primarily highway-focused, meaning you'll cover ground efficiently. With no designated stops in the data, this route is best suited for those who want to get from point A to point B with minimal fuss and maximum speed. Consider it a straightforward transit rather than a destination in itself.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CR 563 | 12.7 mi | 18m |
| NJ 70 | 12.4 mi | 18m |
| NJ 72 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| North Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Medford, NJ and Jenkins, NJ.
Start on CR 541
Turn right onto NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
Continue on NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 72
Continue on NJ 72
Turn right onto CR 563
Turn left
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 16.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto NJ 70
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Slight right onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Enter roundabout onto NJ 72 toward NJ 72 East: Barnegat
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right onto CR 563
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$4.79 one way
$9.58 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.25 | $10.50 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.60 | $11.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.03 | $1.39 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.53 | $1.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.05 | $1.85 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Medford on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Jenkins on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 99% of the journey utilizing faster roads. You'll experience a consistent pace for much of the trip, including a longest stretch of 12.7 miles on CR 563. Expect a smooth, uninterrupted flow rather than winding backroads. The route is designed for efficiency, so you won't encounter many abrupt changes in road type or speed limits. It's a practical path that prioritizes getting you to Jenkins quickly and directly.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CR 563 and NJ 70. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near NJ 70.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Medford, NJ to Jenkins, NJ is easy. At 42m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (NJ 70): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5 miles (NJ 70): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Medford, NJ to Jenkins, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Long Beach Island along the way.
Long Beach Island
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 42m. Total distance: 28.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
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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