Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
54.3 mi
87 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
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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Buena, NJ
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Traveling from Trenton to Buena covers a 54.3-mile stretch through New Jersey, making for an efficient day trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 14 minutes. You will spend roughly 58% of your time on highways, primarily navigating via US 206, 12th Street, and Main Street. With an estimated fuel cost of just $9, this is a budget-friendly excursion that doesn't require an overnight stay. Since both cities are located within the Northeast region, you’ll notice a consistent character throughout the drive. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick change of pace, this straightforward route offers a simple, reliable connection between the two points.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 206 | 31.2 mi | 40m |
| 12th Street | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| Main Street | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Bordentown Road | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Buena-Hammonton Road | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| Arena Drive | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| South Olden Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Bellevue Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Trenton, NJ and Buena, NJ.
Start on CR 626
Turn left onto CR 606
Turn right onto CR 622
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 620
Turn right onto CR 533
Enter roundabout onto US 206
Continue on US 206
Keep slight left at fork onto US 206
Continue on US 206
Continue on US 206
Continue on US 206
Enter roundabout onto US 206
Continue on US 206
Continue on NJ 54
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54; CR 561
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54
Turn left
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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.
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 27.1 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 24.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 620 / Arena Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn right onto CR 533 / Whitehorse Avenue
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork onto US 206
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto US 206 toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Straight onto US 206 toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$9.00 one way
$18.00 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.86 | $19.72 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.53 | $21.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.99 | $23.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.70 | $2.61 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.75 | $2.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.60 | $3.48 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Trenton on Sunday
Local time
12:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Clear
Destination
Late night in Buena on Sunday
Local time
12:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
63°F
Medford, NJ
27 mi in
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 trip functions as a mixed drive, blending faster highway travel with more localized road conditions. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 31.2 miles while cruising along US 206, which provides the bulk of your momentum. As you transition off the primary highway segments and move onto 12th Street and Main Street, the pace naturally shifts to accommodate local traffic patterns. The balance of high-speed transit and slower-paced street driving keeps the experience varied behind the wheel. Expect a practical, no-nonsense journey that moves you steadily from the capital area down toward the southern part of the state.
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.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.3 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 1.8 miles (CR 620 / Arena Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 3.1 miles (CR 533 / Whitehorse Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 6.7 miles (US 206): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Trenton, NJ to Buena, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Atlantic City along the way.
Atlantic City
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 54.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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