Origin
Medford, NJ
Late night in Medford on Thursday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
22m
Distance
12.4 mi
20 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Medford, NJ
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Wrightsville, NJ
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The drive from Medford, NJ to Wrightsville, NJ covers 12.4 miles and takes about 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Mount Laurel Road, Church Road, North Church Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.5 miles on Mount Laurel Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.06 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
6.2 miles from Medford, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Expect a 22m drive with frequent turns across 12.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near CR 616 / Church Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 22m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (CR 616 / Church Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (CR 603 / Mount Laurel Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.4 miles (CR 537; CR 603 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto CR 616 / Church Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto CR 603 / Mount Laurel Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto CR 537; CR 603 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto CR 607 / North Church Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn sharp right onto Forklanding Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Laurel Road | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Church Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| North Church Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Medford-Mount Holly Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Forklanding Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Medford, NJ and Wrightsville, NJ.
Start on CR 541
Continue on CR 541
Turn left onto CR 616
Turn right onto CR 603
Turn left onto CR 537; CR 603
Turn right onto CR 607
Continue on CR 607
Turn sharp right onto Forklanding Road
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 12 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.2 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wrightsville, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Medford, NJ.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Medford, NJ
This is one driving day of about 12.4 miles and 22m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.2 mi from Medford, NJ · 10m into the drive
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 6.2 miles from Medford, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Wrightsville, NJ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$2.06 one way
$4.11 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.25 | $4.50 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.40 | $4.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.74 | $5.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.60 |
| Efficient EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.09 | $0.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5 | 0 | $1.74 | $0.79 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Late night in Medford on Thursday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Wrightsville on Thursday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
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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