Origin
Lambertville, NJ
Afternoon in Lambertville on Wednesday
Local time
4:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
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Drive Time
26m
Distance
16.2 mi
26 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lambertville, NJ
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Allens Corner, NJ
Malcolm Garret
This 16.2-mile journey from Lambertville, NJ, to Allens Corner, NJ, is a quick 26-minute drive that's perfect for a single-day trip. You'll primarily be on NJ 179, Croton Road, and the Easton-Trenton Turnpike, with a significant portion, 61%, being highway driving. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, this route is very budget-friendly. Given its short distance and duration, it's an easy excursion without the need for an overnight stay. The drive stays within the Northeast region, offering a straightforward transit between two points in New Jersey.
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
8.1 miles from Lambertville, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
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Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with 61% of the route utilizing faster roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 6 miles along NJ 179. This means you'll experience periods of consistent speed before transitioning to local roads. The drive's character is likely to be efficient, prioritizing getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss, punctuated by moments on more direct, higher-speed segments.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 179 and Croton Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NJ 29; NJ 179 / Bridge Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 26m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NJ 29; NJ 179 / Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (NJ 179): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (CR 579 / John Ringo Road): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto NJ 29; NJ 179 / Bridge Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 179
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto CR 579 / John Ringo Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto CR 523; CR 579 / Sergeantsville Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Allens Corner Road
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 179 | 6 mi | 7m |
| Croton Road | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| Easton-Trenton Turnpike | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| John Ringo Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Sergeantsville Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Old York Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bridge Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Allens Corner Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lambertville, NJ and Allens Corner, NJ.
Start on South Main Street
Turn right onto NJ 29; NJ 179
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 179
Continue on Old York Road
Turn left onto CR 579
Turn straight onto NJ 179; CR 579
Turn slight left onto CR 579
Continue on CR 579
Turn left onto CR 523; CR 579
Turn right onto CR 579
Continue on CR 579
Turn right onto Allens Corner Road
Arrive at destination
With a total duration of only 26 minutes, this short route offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart at any time of day without needing to worry about breaking up a long drive. There are no specific stops suggested, so you can plan to refuel before you leave Lambertville, NJ, as the estimated fuel cost is a minimal $3. Keep an eye on signage for NJ 179, as this is your longest uninterrupted road segment and a key part of navigating efficiently to Allens Corner.
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.
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 16.2 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.1 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Allens Corner, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Lambertville, 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 Lambertville, NJ
This is one driving day of about 16.2 miles and 26m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.1 mi from Lambertville, NJ · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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.
A short stop after about 16.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 8.1 miles from Lambertville, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Allens Corner, 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 Allens Corner, NJ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$2.69 one way
$5.37 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.94 | $5.88 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.14 | $6.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.58 | $7.15 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.25
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
$3
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.70 | $0.78 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.42 | $0.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.27 | $1.04 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Lambertville on Wednesday
Local time
4:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Allens Corner on Wednesday
Local time
4:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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