Origin
Deerfield, NJ
Morning in Deerfield on Monday
Local time
6:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Deerfield, NJ to Lakewood, NJ
Drive Time
1h 59m
Distance
92.7 mi
149 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 51m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 17m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 4m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 16m
8 PM
1h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Deerfield, NJ
Tim Dusenberry
Lakewood, NJ
James Kampeis
Trip Overview
The drive from Deerfield, NJ to Lakewood, NJ covers 92.7 miles and takes about 1h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, Central Jersey Expressway, Veterans Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.9 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.34 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
46.3 miles from Deerfield, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 59m highway drive covering 92.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and Central Jersey Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 32.9 miles on I 295.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 295 is the longest continuous segment at about 32.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Central Jersey Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 92.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 27.4 miles (Exit 1B): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.5 miles (Exit 60): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
14.5 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the ramp toward NJ 55 North: Bellmawr
Navigation decision point
Toward NJ 55 North: Bellmawr
7
27.4 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
Exit 1B
Take the exit onto Exit 1B toward I 295 North: Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1B
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
8
60.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m 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
87.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m 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
92.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
|
8th Street
Turn left onto 8th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Deerfield, NJ to Lakewood, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Belmar along the way.
Belmar
60.5 mi in
|
~1h 18m
|
via Exit 60
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 32.9 mi | 38m |
| Central Jersey Expressway | 26.5 mi | 30m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 11.5 mi | 14m |
| NJ 77 | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Ellis Mill Road | 4 mi | 7m |
| Bridgeton Pike | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| US Highway 9 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| North-South Freeway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 32.9 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deerfield, NJ and Lakewood, NJ.
1
Start on CR 540
36 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Deerfield Road
2
Turn left onto NJ 77
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
NJ 77
3
Enter roundabout onto NJ 77
86 ft
·
1 sec
·
Bridgeton Pike
4
Continue on NJ 77
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Bridgeton Pike
5
Turn right onto CR 641
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Ellis Mill Road
6
Continue on CR 641
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Ellis Street
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward NJ 55 North: Bellmawr
8
Merge onto NJ 55
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto NJ 42
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North-South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto Exit 1B
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Exit 1B
Exit 1B
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 295
33 mi
·
38 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
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.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 195 East
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 195 East
Toward I 195 East: Belmar
14
Merge onto I 195
26 mi
·
30 min
·
Central Jersey Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 28A
Toward US 9 South: Lakewood
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto US 9
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US Highway 9
17
Continue on US 9
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Madison Avenue
18
Turn left onto 8th Street
46 ft
·
2 sec
·
8th Street
Use the left lane.
19
Arrive at destination
8th 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 46.3 miles from Deerfield, NJ, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.9 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 80 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.3 miles or 1h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lakewood, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Deerfield, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Deerfield, NJ
This is one driving day of about 92.7 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Deerfield, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 295 for about 32.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.3 mi from Deerfield, NJ · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.3 miles from Deerfield, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lakewood, NJ
The final approach into Lakewood, NJ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lakewood, NJ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.34 one way
$30.68 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $16.78 | $33.57 |
| premium | $4.92 | $17.96 | $35.93 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.59 | $41.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.73 | $4.45 |
| Efficient EV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.11 | $3.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.1 | 0 | $12.98 | $5.93 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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 Monday
Local time
6:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
7 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 59m 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 Deerfield, NJ to Lakewood, NJ covers 92.7 miles and takes about 1h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, Central Jersey Expressway, Veterans Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.3 miles from Deerfield, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.34 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 demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 92.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 27.4 miles (Exit 1B): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.5 miles (Exit 60): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Deerfield, NJ to Lakewood, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Belmar along the way.
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