Origin
Hamilton, NJ
Night in Hamilton on Sunday
Local time
10:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hamilton, NJ to Lawrence, NJ
Drive Time
52m
Distance
34.1 mi
55 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
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6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hamilton, NJ
Garrison Gao
Lawrence, NJ
Ren Aukeman
Trip Overview
The drive from Hamilton, NJ to Lawrence, NJ covers 34.1 miles and takes about 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NJ 33, Hightstown Bypass, Route 33 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.1 miles on NJ 33. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.64 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
17 miles from Hamilton, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 52m highway drive covering 34.1 miles, with most of the trip on NJ 33 and Hightstown Bypass. The longest continuous stretch is about 20.1 miles on NJ 33.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 33 is the longest continuous segment at about 20.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 33 and Hightstown Bypass. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near NJ 33.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 34.1 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.2 miles (NJ 33): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (NJ 33; NJ 34): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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NJ 33
Turn left onto NJ 33
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
NJ 33; NJ 34
Enter roundabout onto NJ 33; NJ 34
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
23 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward NJ 133 West: East Windsor, Princeton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 133 West: East Windsor, Princeton
5
23.2 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
NJ 133 / Hightstown Bypass
Merge onto NJ 133 / Hightstown Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
26.5 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward CR 571 West: Princeton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward CR 571 West: Princeton
Towns Along This Route
Between Hamilton, NJ and Lawrence, NJ, road signs point toward Princeton and Cr 571 West: Princeton.
Princeton
23 mi in
|
~33m
Cr 571 West: Princeton
26.5 mi in
|
~38m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 33 | 20.1 mi | 28m |
| Hightstown Bypass | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Route 33 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Village Road West | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Old Trenton Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| New Village Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Lawrence Station Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Village Road East | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 33
— 20.1 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton, NJ and Lawrence, NJ.
1
Start on Gully Road
155 ft
·
5 sec
·
Gully Road
2
Turn left onto (17)
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Old Corlies Avenue
3
Turn left onto NJ 33
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 33
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on NJ-33; CR-547
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
NJ-33; CR-547
5
Enter roundabout onto NJ 33; NJ 34
219 ft
·
3 sec
·
NJ 33; NJ 34
6
Continue on NJ 33; NJ 34
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 33; NJ 34
7
Continue on NJ 33
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 33
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on NJ 33
15 mi
·
21 min
·
NJ 33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward NJ 133 West: East Windsor, Princeton
10
Merge onto NJ 133
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Hightstown Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward CR 571 West: Princeton
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn slight right onto CR 571
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Princeton-Hightstown Road
13
Turn left onto CR 535
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Trenton Road
14
Turn right onto Village Road East
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Village Road East
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on New Village Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
New Village Road
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on Village Road West
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Village Road West
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto CR 533
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Quaker Bridge Road
18
Turn left onto CR 608
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lawrence Station Road
19
Turn right onto Fountayne Boulevard
145 ft
·
10 sec
·
Fountayne Boulevard
20
Continue on Fountayne Boulevard
116 ft
·
11 sec
·
Fountayne Boulevard
21
Arrive at destination
Fountayne Boulevard
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 17 miles from Hamilton, NJ, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.1 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 34.1 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lawrence, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hamilton, 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 Hamilton, NJ
This is one driving day of about 34.1 miles and 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hamilton, 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 NJ 33 for about 20.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17 mi from Hamilton, NJ · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17 miles from Hamilton, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lawrence, NJ
The final approach into Lawrence, 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 Lawrence, 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
$5.64 one way
$11.29 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $6.17 | $12.35 |
| premium | $4.92 | $6.61 | $13.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.58 | $15.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.58 | $1.64 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.98 | $1.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Lawrence, NJ
Night in Lawrence on Sunday
Local time
10:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
6 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
52m 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 Hamilton, NJ to Lawrence, NJ covers 34.1 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 33, Hightstown Bypass, Route 33. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17 miles from Hamilton, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.64 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 34.1 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (NJ 33): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (NJ 33; NJ 34): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hamilton, NJ and Lawrence, NJ, road signs point toward Princeton and Cr 571 West: Princeton.
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