Origin
Trenton, NJ
Late night in Trenton on Sunday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Trenton, NJ to Barnegat, 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 15m
Distance
51 mi
82 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trenton, NJ
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Barnegat, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward trip from Trenton to Barnegat, this 51-mile journey is an ideal day trip. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 15 minutes behind the wheel, making it a manageable excursion that doesn't require an overnight stay. Budgeting about $8 for fuel covers the cost of this direct transit between these two Northeast locations. Because the route relies entirely on local roads, you should plan for a steady pace rather than a high-speed highway experience. It is a practical option for travelers seeking a no-frills connection within New Jersey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 72 | 16.4 mi | 22m |
| US 206 | 12.2 mi | 15m |
| Magnolia Road | 6.8 mi | 11m |
| West Bay Avenue | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Bordentown Road | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| South Pemberton Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Arena Drive | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| South Olden Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 72
— 16.4 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Trenton, NJ and Barnegat, NJ.
1
Start on CR 626
6 ft
·
6 sec
·
Chambers Street
2
Turn left onto CR 606
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hamilton Avenue
3
Turn right onto CR 622
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Olden Avenue
4
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 620
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Arena Drive
5
Turn right onto CR 533
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Whitehorse Avenue
6
Enter roundabout onto US 206
129 ft
·
2 sec
·
Bordentown Road
7
Continue on US 206
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Bordentown Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 206
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
US 206
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 206
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
US 206
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 206
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
US 206
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn left onto CR 530
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Pemberton Road
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on CR 530
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Hampton Street
13
Continue on CR 530
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Pemberton Bypass
14
Turn right onto CR 644
6.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Magnolia Road
15
Enter roundabout onto NJ 72
492 ft
·
6 sec
·
NJ 72
Toward NJ 72 East: Barnegat
16
Continue on NJ 72
16 mi
·
22 min
·
NJ 72
Toward NJ 72 East: Barnegat
17
Turn left onto CR 554
101 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Bay Avenue
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on CR 554
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
West Bay Avenue
Use the straight lane.
19
Arrive at destination
CR 609
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.5 miles from Trenton, 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 1.8 and 45 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
CR 620 / Arena Drive
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 620 / Arena Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
6.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
US 206
Keep slight left at fork onto US 206
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
19 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
CR 530 / South Pemberton Road
Turn left onto CR 530 / South Pemberton Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
28.5 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
NJ 72
Enter roundabout onto NJ 72 toward NJ 72 East: Barnegat
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward NJ 72 East: Barnegat
5
45 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
CR 554 / West Bay Avenue
Turn left onto CR 554 / West Bay Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.46 one way
$16.91 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.26 | $18.52 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.89 | $19.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.26 | $22.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.35 | $2.45 |
| Efficient EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.46 | $2.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.14 | $3.26 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Barnegat, NJ
Late night in Barnegat on Sunday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
12 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 15m 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 that keeps you engaged throughout the 51-mile distance. You will navigate via Hamilton Avenue, South Olden Avenue, and Arena Drive, meaning the route features zero highway miles. This lack of highway time creates a consistent, local-road feel rather than a high-speed, long-distance interstate haul. Since there are no major highway stretches, you should anticipate frequent stops and a more hands-on driving experience. The character of this trip remains steady and consistent from start to finish.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.4 mi on NJ 72.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near CR 620 / Arena Drive.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 51 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 1.8 miles (CR 620 / Arena Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 6.7 miles (US 206): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19 miles (CR 530 / South Pemberton Road): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting 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 1h 15m. Total distance: 51 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.4 miles on NJ 72. 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 Barnegat, 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 1.8 miles (CR 620 / Arena Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 6.7 miles (US 206): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19 miles (CR 530 / South Pemberton Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Barnegat, 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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