Origin
Hamilton, NJ
Afternoon in Hamilton on Wednesday
Local time
4:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hamilton, NJ to Lambertville, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
57.7 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
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.
Hamilton, NJ
Garrison Gao
Lambertville, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hamilton, NJ to Lambertville, NJ covers 57.7 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, NJ 29, NJ 138 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.2 miles on Central Jersey Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.57 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
28.9 miles from Hamilton, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 17m highway drive covering 57.7 miles, with most of the trip on Central Jersey Expressway and NJ 29. The longest continuous stretch is about 34.2 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 11 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 34.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Central Jersey Expressway and NJ 29. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near Brighton Avenue.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.7 miles you will encounter 7 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 1.2 miles (Brighton Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Brighton Avenue
Turn left onto Brighton Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward NJ 18 South
Navigation decision point
Toward NJ 18 South
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
5
3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
NJ 138
Merge onto NJ 138
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
57.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
South Main Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central Jersey Expressway | 34.2 mi | 39m |
| NJ 29 | 18.7 mi | 29m |
| NJ 138 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Gully Road | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| NJ 18 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Brighton Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Swan Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Central Jersey Expressway
— 34.2 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton, NJ and Lambertville, 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
34 mi
·
39 min
·
Central Jersey Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on NJ 29
19 mi
·
29 min
·
NJ 29
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn left onto Swan Street
205 ft
·
11 sec
·
Swan Street
10
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
South Main Street
11
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 28.9 miles from Hamilton, NJ, or about 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.2 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 13 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.9 miles or 35m 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lambertville, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Hamilton, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hamilton, NJ
This is one driving day of about 57.7 miles and 1h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Hamilton, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Central Jersey Expressway for about 34.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.9 mi from Hamilton, NJ · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.9 miles from Hamilton, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lambertville, NJ
The final approach into Lambertville, NJ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.57 one way
$19.13 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.48 | $20.95 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.19 | $22.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.74 | $25.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.08 | $3.69 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Afternoon in Lambertville on Wednesday
Local time
4:26 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
1 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 17m 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 Lambertville, NJ covers 57.7 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, NJ 29, NJ 138. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.9 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 $9.57 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 57.7 miles you will encounter 7 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 1.2 miles (Brighton Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Hamilton, NJ to Lambertville, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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