Origin
Allens Corner, NJ
Evening in Allens Corner on Wednesday
Local time
5:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Allens Corner, NJ to Lambertville, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
26m
Distance
16.2 mi
26 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Allens Corner, NJ
Malcolm Garret
Lambertville, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Allens Corner, NJ to Lambertville, NJ covers 16.2 miles and takes about 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Thomas Paine Highway, Croton Road, Easton-Trenton Turnpike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 5.4 miles on Thomas Paine Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.69 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
8.1 miles from Allens Corner, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 26m drive with frequent turns across 16.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Thomas Paine Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 5.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 579 / Croton Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 26m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 579 / Croton Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (CR 523; CR 579 / Sergeantsville Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (CR 579 / Easton-Trenton Turnpike): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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CR 579 / Croton Road
Turn left onto CR 579 / Croton Road
Navigation decision point
3
5.4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
CR 523; CR 579 / Sergeantsville Road
Turn left onto CR 523; CR 579 / Sergeantsville Road
Navigation decision point
3
5.5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
CR 579 / Easton-Trenton Turnpike
Turn right onto CR 579 / Easton-Trenton Turnpike
Navigation decision point
3
16.1 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
16.2 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Paine Highway | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| Croton Road | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| Easton-Trenton Turnpike | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| John Ringo Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Old York Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Sergeantsville Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bridge Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Allens Corner Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Thomas Paine Highway
— 5.4 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Allens Corner, NJ and Lambertville, NJ.
1
Start on Allens Corner Road
53 ft
·
8 sec
·
Allens Corner Road
2
Turn left onto CR 579
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Croton Road
3
Continue on CR 579
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Easton-Trenton Turnpike
4
Turn left onto CR 523; CR 579
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Sergeantsville Road
5
Turn right onto CR 579
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Easton-Trenton Turnpike
6
Continue on CR 579
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
John Ringo Road
7
Turn slight right onto NJ 179; CR 579
286 ft
·
5 sec
·
Old York Road
8
Continue on NJ 179
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Old York Road
9
Continue on NJ 179
445 ft
·
8 sec
·
Thomas Paine Highway
10
Continue on NJ 179
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Thomas Paine Highway
11
Take the exit
135 ft
·
3 sec
12
Turn right onto NJ 29; NJ 179
187 ft
·
10 sec
·
Bridge Street
13
Turn left onto South Main Street
49 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 8.1 miles from Allens Corner, NJ, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 16 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.1 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lambertville, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Allens Corner, NJ.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Allens Corner, NJ
This is one driving day of about 16.2 miles and 26m.
At 16.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Thomas Paine Highway for about 5.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.1 mi from Allens Corner, NJ · 14m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.1 miles from Allens Corner, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lambertville, NJ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Lambertville, NJ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.69 one way
$5.37 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.94 | $5.88 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.14 | $6.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.58 | $7.15 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.25
Easton-Trenton Turnpike
(3.6 mi)
$0.25
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.70 | $0.78 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.42 | $0.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.27 | $1.04 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Lambertville, NJ
Evening in Lambertville on Wednesday
Local time
5:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°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
11 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
26m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Allens Corner, NJ to Lambertville, NJ covers 16.2 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Thomas Paine Highway, Croton Road, Easton-Trenton Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.1 miles from Allens Corner, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.69 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 26m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 579 / Croton Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (CR 523; CR 579 / Sergeantsville Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (CR 579 / Easton-Trenton Turnpike): Navigation decision point.
The route from Allens Corner, NJ to Lambertville, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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