Trip from Hamilton, NJ to Mount Laurel, NJ

Drive Time

1h 17m

Distance

59.7 mi

96 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 18 min
4 AM
1h 11m ★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m

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

Downtown Hamilton, NJ, NJ

Hamilton, NJ

Garrison Gao

Trip Overview

The drive from Hamilton, NJ to Mount Laurel, NJ covers 59.7 miles and takes about 1h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Central Jersey Expressway, New Jersey Turnpike, Hainesport-Mount Laurel Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.6 miles on Central Jersey Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.88 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

29.9 miles from Hamilton, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 1h 17m highway drive covering 59.7 miles, with most of the trip on Central Jersey Expressway and New Jersey Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 27.6 miles on Central Jersey Expressway.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Central Jersey Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 27.6 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

191 ft 16 ft

Total Climb

187 ft

Total Descent

249 ft

Highest Point

191 ft

~24.9 mi in

Elevation Range

175 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Central Jersey Expressway and New Jersey Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 59.7 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 2.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

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

8
2.8 mi into trip | ~5m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 138 West: Point Pleasant

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 6B Toward NJ 138 West: Point Pleasant
8
32.3 mi into trip | ~39m in

Take the exit toward I 95 Toll, NJTP: New York, Camden

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 6 Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP: New York, Camden
9
33 mi into trip | ~41m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Camden

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Camden
7
33.2 mi into trip | ~42m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Trucks-Buses-Cars

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward Trucks-Buses-Cars
8
49.3 mi into trip | ~1h 1m in

Take the exit toward Burlington, Mount Holly

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

Use the right lane. Exit 5 Toward Burlington, Mount Holly

Towns Along This Route

Between Hamilton, NJ and Mount Laurel, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New York, Camden, Njtp, Njtp South: Camden, Trucks-Buses-Cars and Wilmington - among others.

Njtp: New York

32.3 mi in | ~39m

Camden

32.3 mi in | ~39m

Njtp

32.9 mi in | ~41m

Njtp South: Camden

33 mi in | ~41m

Trucks-Buses-Cars

33.2 mi in | ~42m

Wilmington

42.1 mi in | ~52m | via NJTP

Burlington

49.3 mi in | ~1h 1m

Mount Holly

49.3 mi in | ~1h 1m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Central Jersey Expressway 27.6 mi 31m
New Jersey Turnpike 15.7 mi 18m
Hainesport-Mount Laurel Road 3.7 mi 5m
State Route 38 2.1 mi 2m
Mount Holly Bypass 2 mi 2m
NJ 138 1.7 mi 2m
Burlington-Mount Holly Road 1.7 mi 2m
Gully Road 1.2 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Central Jersey Expressway — 27.6 mi, about 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton, NJ and Mount Laurel, NJ.

1

Start on Gully Road

1.2 mi · 3 min · Gully Road
2

Turn left onto Brighton Avenue

0.3 mi · 48 sec · Brighton Avenue
3

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Toward NJ 18 South
4

Merge onto NJ 18

1.1 mi · 1 min · NJ 18
5

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Exit 6B Toward NJ 138 West: Point Pleasant Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Merge onto NJ 138

1.7 mi · 2 min · NJ 138
Use the straight / right lanes.
7

Continue on I 195

28 mi · 31 min · Central Jersey Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 6 Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP: New York, Camden Use the slight right lane.
9

Continue on this road

479 ft · 23 sec · this road
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP
10

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 28 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Camden Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 47 sec
Toward Trucks-Buses-Cars Use the slight right lane.
12

Merge onto I 95; NJTP

8.4 mi · 9 min · New Jersey Turnpike
13

Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP

7.3 mi · 8 min · New Jersey Turnpike
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
14

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 5 Toward Burlington, Mount Holly Use the right lane.
15

Continue on NJ Turnpike Exit 5

0.1 mi · 17 sec · NJ Turnpike Exit 5
16

Turn right onto CR 541

1.7 mi · 2 min · Burlington-Mount Holly Road
Use the straight lane.
17

Turn right onto CR 541

2.0 mi · 2 min · Mount Holly Bypass
Use the right lane.
18

Turn right onto NJ 38

2.1 mi · 2 min · State Route 38
Use the straight / right lanes.
19

Take the exit

228 ft · 6 sec
20

Turn straight onto Creek Road

376 ft · 12 sec · Creek Road
21

Turn left onto CR 674

3.7 mi · 5 min · Hainesport-Mount Laurel Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
22

Turn left onto CR 603

142 ft · 2 sec · Mount Laurel Road
23

Arrive at destination

CR 603

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 29.9 miles from Hamilton, NJ, or about 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.6 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 59.7 miles or 1h 17m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 29.9 miles or 37m 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 4m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mount Laurel, 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 59.7 miles and 1h 17m.

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 Central Jersey Expressway for about 27.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 29.9 mi from Hamilton, NJ · 37m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

30 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 59.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 29.9 miles from Hamilton, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Mount Laurel, NJ

The final approach into Mount Laurel, 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 Mount Laurel, 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

$9.88 one way

$19.76 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 21 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.60 $10.81 $21.62
premium $4.92 $11.57 $23.14
diesel $5.64 $13.26 $26.53

Estimated Tolls: $2.21

New Jersey Turnpike (15.7 mi) $2.20
Nj Turnpike (0.1 mi) $0.01

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

$10

Tolls

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 20.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 17.9 0 $6.27 $2.87
Efficient EV 14.9 0 $5.22 $2.39
EV Truck/SUV 23.9 0 $8.36 $3.82

Gas CO2

21 kg

EV CO2

7 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.

Forecast data refreshed 14 hours ago

Origin

Hamilton, NJ

Night in Hamilton on Sunday

Local time

10:43 PM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Sunny

E 5 to 10 mph 3% chance Live forecast

Destination

Mount Laurel, NJ

Night in Mount Laurel on Sunday

Local time

10:43 PM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Sunny

E 5 to 10 mph 2% chance 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

10 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

1h 17m on the road

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Hamilton, NJ to Mount Laurel, NJ covers 59.7 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Central Jersey Expressway, New Jersey Turnpike, Hainesport-Mount Laurel Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.9 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 $9.88 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 17 significant decision points across 59.7 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 2.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hamilton, NJ and Mount Laurel, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New York, Camden, Njtp, Njtp South: Camden, Trucks-Buses-Cars and Wilmington - among others.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 16 ft to 191 ft elevation with about 187 ft of total climbing.

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