Origin
Morris, NJ
Morning in Morris on Tuesday
Local time
8:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morris, NJ to Lakewood, NJ
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
61.9 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morris, NJ
Garrison Gao
Lakewood, NJ
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Morris, NJ to Lakewood, NJ is 61.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 18 minutes via Central Jersey Expressway, I 295, and Palmyra Bridge Boulevard, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Jersey, making it a straightforward drive between two points in the Northeast region. Given its short duration and mostly highway profile, this route is ideal for a quick transit or a day trip. Plan for minimal time commitment, allowing you to focus on your destination rather than the travel itself.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central Jersey Expressway | 26.5 mi | 30m |
| I 295 | 22.9 mi | 26m |
| Palmyra Bridge Boulevard | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| US Highway 9 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Madison Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| River Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| NJ-73 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| I 195 East | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Central Jersey Expressway
— 26.5 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morris, NJ and Lakewood, NJ.
1
Start on this road
171 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
95 ft
·
9 sec
3
At end of road, turn right onto CR 543
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
River Road
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward NJ 73 South
5
Merge onto NJ 73
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Palmyra Bridge Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on NJ-73
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
NJ-73
7
Continue on NJ 73
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
NJ 73
Use the right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 295
23 mi
·
26 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto Exit 60
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Exit 60
Exit 60
Toward NJ 29 North, I 195 East: Trenton, Belmar
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 195 East
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 195 East
Toward I 195 East: Belmar
12
Merge onto I 195
26 mi
·
30 min
·
Central Jersey Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 28A
Toward US 9 South: Lakewood
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto US 9
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US Highway 9
15
Continue on US 9
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Madison Avenue
16
Turn left onto 8th Street
46 ft
·
2 sec
·
8th Street
Use the left lane.
17
Arrive at destination
8th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.9 miles from Morris, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 61.9 — 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
|
CR 543 / River Road
At end of road, turn right onto CR 543 / River Road
Navigation decision point
7
6.6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
8
29.7 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
Exit 60
Take the exit onto Exit 60 toward NJ 29 North, I 195 East: Trenton, Belmar
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 60
Toward NJ 29 North, I 195 East: Trenton, Belmar
7
57 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward US 9 South: Lakewood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 28A
Toward US 9 South: Lakewood
6
61.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
8th Street
Turn left onto 8th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.26 one way
$20.52 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.24 | $22.48 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.00 | $24.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.67 | $27.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.42 | $2.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.67 | $3.96 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Lakewood, NJ
Morning in Lakewood on Tuesday
Local time
8:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Mansfield, NJ
31 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
3 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 18m 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 is predominantly on highways, with 88% of the route utilizing high-speed roads. You'll experience a long stretch of 26.5 miles on the Central Jersey Expressway before transitioning. The majority of your travel will be on these expressways, suggesting a consistent pace with fewer interruptions until you approach your destination. Be prepared for the typical density of exits and merging traffic common on major New Jersey thoroughfares.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.5 mi on Central Jersey Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Central Jersey Expressway and I 295. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CR 543 / River Road.
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 61.9 miles you will encounter 12 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 (CR 543 / River Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.7 miles (Exit 60): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
On the drive from Morris, NJ to Lakewood, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Belmar along the way.
Belmar
29.7 mi in
|
~37m
|
via Exit 60
About the Cities
Arriving 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 18m. Total distance: 61.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.5 miles on Central Jersey Expressway. 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 Lakewood, 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 (CR 543 / River Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.7 miles (Exit 60): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lakewood, 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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