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44m
Distance
35.1 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
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Magnolia, NJ
Lisa’s Creative Captures
Trenton, NJ
James Kampeis
The drive from Magnolia, NJ to Trenton, NJ covers 35.1 miles and takes about 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, South Olden Avenue, Warwick Road North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30.6 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.81 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
17.6 miles from Magnolia, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
This is a 44m highway drive covering 35.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and South Olden Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 30.6 miles on I 295.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
143 ft
Total Descent
162 ft
Highest Point
95 ft
~1.5 mi in
Elevation Range
89 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and South Olden Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CR 544 / Evesham Avenue West.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 44m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (CR 544 / Evesham Avenue West): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (CR 669 / Warwick Road North): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto CR 544 / Evesham Avenue West
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto CR 669 / Warwick Road North
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward I 295 North: Trenton
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Arena Drive West, Olden Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
On the drive from Magnolia, NJ to Trenton, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Arena Drive West along the way.
Arena Drive West
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 30.6 mi | 35m |
| South Olden Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Warwick Road North | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Arena Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Hamilton Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Evesham Avenue West | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Walnut Avenue North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Chambers Street | <0.1 mi | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Magnolia, NJ and Trenton, NJ.
Start on Walnut Avenue North
Turn left onto CR 544
Turn left onto CR 669
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 295
Take the exit
Turn straight onto CR 620
Turn left onto CR 622
Turn left onto CR 606
Turn right onto CR 626
Arrive at destination
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 35.1 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.6 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Trenton, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Magnolia, 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 Magnolia, NJ
This is one driving day of about 35.1 miles and 44m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.6 mi from Magnolia, NJ · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 17.6 miles from Magnolia, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Trenton, 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 Trenton, NJ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$5.81 one way
$11.62 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $6.36 | $12.71 |
| premium | $4.92 | $6.80 | $13.60 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.80 | $15.60 |
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: 12.3 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 | 10.5 | 0 | $3.69 | $1.68 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.07 | $1.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14 | 0 | $4.91 | $2.25 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Magnolia on Sunday
Local time
7:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Sunny
Destination
Evening in Trenton on Sunday
Local time
7:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
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.
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