Trip from Fredon, NJ to Lakewood, NJ

Drive Time

2h 5m

Distance

81 mi

130 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min

4 AM

1h 57m ★

6 AM

2h 6m

8 AM

2h 23m

10 AM

2h 12m

12 PM

2h 10m

3 PM

2h 13m

5 PM

2h 23m

8 PM

2h 0m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Lakewood, NJ

James Kampeis

Trip Overview

Spanning 81 miles across New Jersey, this journey from Fredon to Lakewood typically takes about 2 hours and 5 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, eliminating the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $13 on fuel for the trek, making it a budget-friendly option for your travel plans. Since both your start and end points are located within the Northeast, you will remain in a familiar regional climate throughout the drive. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick getaway, the route is straightforward and efficient.

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

40.5 miles from Fredon, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 85% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on major roads. Your route utilizes a combination of US 206, I-287, and US Highway 9 to navigate between these two New Jersey hubs. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 27.5-mile segment along US 206, which allows for consistent cruising. While the drive is predominantly fast-paced, the transition between these primary arteries keeps the trip moving steadily. You will find that the road maintains a predictable, high-speed personality for the majority of the duration.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 206 is the longest continuous segment at about 27.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 206 and US Highway 9. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14 miles in near US 206.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 81 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 miles (US 206): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.2 miles (US 206): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

14 mi into trip | ~24m in | US 206

Take the exit onto US 206 toward SH 183 North, US 206 South: Netcong, Somerville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 27A-B Toward SH 183 North, US 206 South: Netcong, Som...

14.2 mi into trip | ~25m in | US 206

Keep slight right at fork onto US 206 toward US 206 South: Somerville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward US 206 South: Somerville

31.9 mi into trip | ~53m in

Take the exit toward I 287 South: Somerville, Princeton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 287 South: Somerville, Princeton

44.1 mi into trip | ~1h 7m in

Take the exit toward River Road, Bound Brook, Highland Park

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 9 Toward River Road, Bound Brook, Highland Park

60.9 mi into trip | ~1h 34m in

Take the exit toward US 9 South: Freehold

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 30 Toward US 9 South: Freehold

Towns Along This Route

Between Fredon, NJ and Lakewood, NJ, road signs point toward Sh 183 North, Somerville, Princeton, Bound Brook and Highland Park.

Sh 183 North

14 mi in | ~24m | via US 206

Somerville

14 mi in | ~24m | via US 206

Princeton

31.9 mi in | ~53m

Bound Brook

44.1 mi in | ~1h 7m

Highland Park

44.1 mi in | ~1h 7m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 206	27.5 mi	44m
US Highway 9	18.7 mi	28m
I 287	12 mi	13m
State Route 18	10.5 mi	16m
River Road	3.2 mi	5m
John A. Lynch Memorial Bridge	2.5 mi	3m
Willows Road	1.4 mi	3m
Christopher Columbus Highway	1.2 mi	1m

Longest stretch: US 206 — 27.5 mi, about 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fredon, NJ and Lakewood, NJ.

Start on NJ 94

0.4 mi · 42 sec · NJ 94

Turn right onto CR 618

1.4 mi · 3 min · Willows Road

Continue on CR 618

1.2 mi · 2 min · Fredon - Springdale Road

Continue on CR 618

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Fredon Road

Merge onto US 206

7.6 mi · 13 min · US 206

Use the left / none lanes.

Continue on US 206

0.8 mi · 1 min · US 206

Use the left lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 206

0.7 mi · 56 sec · US 206

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto US 206

0.6 mi · 52 sec · US 206

Use the none lane.

Merge onto I 80; US 206

1.2 mi · 1 min · Christopher Columbus Highway

Take the exit onto US 206

0.2 mi · 24 sec · US 206

Exit 27A-B Toward SH 183 North, US 206 South: Netcong, Somerville Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 206

0.3 mi · 32 sec · US 206

Toward US 206 South: Somerville Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Continue on US 206

17 mi · 27 min · US 206

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Toward I 287 South: Somerville, Princeton Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 287

1.3 mi · 1 min · I 287

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 287

11 mi · 12 min · I 287

Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Exit 9 Toward River Road, Bound Brook, Highland Park Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Toward Highland Park

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 26 sec

Turn straight onto CR 622

3.2 mi · 5 min · River Road

Use the none lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Toward NJ 18 South: New Brunswick Use the right lane.

Merge onto NJ 18

2.5 mi · 3 min · John A. Lynch Memorial Bridge

Use the none lane.

Continue on NJ 18; CR 527

11 mi · 16 min · State Route 18

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 50 sec

Exit 30 Toward US 9 South: Freehold Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto US 9

19 mi · 28 min · US Highway 9

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 9

1.0 mi · 2 min · Madison Avenue

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto 8th Street

46 ft · 2 sec · 8th Street

Use the left lane.

Arrive at destination

8th Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a non-stop, 2-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to hit the road outside of peak traffic hours to ensure you maintain that 2-hour and 5-minute estimate. Because there are no designated stops required, try to fuel up before you leave Fredon so you can complete the entire 81-mile journey without needing to pull over. If you find the highway pace tiring, remember that you have the freedom to adjust your speed or take a quick break whenever you need to stretch your legs. Keep a close eye on your GPS when switching between the three main highways to ensure you stay on track through the busier sections of the route.

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 40.5 miles from Fredon, NJ, or about 1h 3m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.5 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 2h 3m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 40.5 miles or 1h 3m 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 46m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lakewood, NJ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Fredon, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Fredon, NJ

This is one driving day of about 81 miles and 2h 5m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fredon, 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 US 206 for about 27.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 40.5 mi from Fredon, NJ · 1h 3m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

41 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 40.5 miles from Fredon, 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

$13.40 one way

$26.81 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$14.67	$29.33
premium	$4.92	$15.70	$31.39
diesel	$5.64	$18.00	$35.99

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 28.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	24.3	$8.50	$3.89
Efficient EV	20.3	$7.09	$3.24
EV Truck/SUV	32.4	$11.34	$5.18

Gas CO2

28 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Fredon, NJ

Night in Fredon on Sunday

Local time

10:51 PM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lakewood, NJ

Night in Lakewood on Sunday

Local time

10:51 PM

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

2h 5m 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 Fredon, NJ to Lakewood, NJ covers 81 miles and takes about 2h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 206, US Highway 9, I 287. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 40.5 miles from Fredon, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.40 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.

Between Fredon, NJ and Lakewood, NJ, road signs point toward Sh 183 North, Somerville, Princeton, Bound Brook and Highland Park.

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