Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
38.7 mi
62 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mercerville, NJ
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Middletown, NJ
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The drive from Mercerville, NJ to Middletown, NJ covers 38.7 miles and takes about 1h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Old Trenton Road, NJ 35, Tennent Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.5 miles on Old Trenton Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.42 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 38.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Expect a 1h 4m drive with frequent turns across 38.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 10.5 miles in near US 130.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 10.5 miles (US 130): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.1 miles (NJ 32 / Forsgate Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles (CR 520 / Marlboro Road): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn left onto US 130
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto NJ 32 / Forsgate Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto CR 520 / Marlboro Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto CR 3 / Tennent Road
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto CR 50 / Kings Highway
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Old Trenton Road | 8.5 mi | 15m |
| NJ 35 | 5.8 mi | 9m |
| Tennent Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Texas Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Forsgate Drive | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Edinburg Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Marlboro Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Matchaponix Avenue | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Mercerville, NJ and Middletown, NJ.
Start on CR 535
Continue on CR 535
At end of road, turn left onto US 130
Turn slight right onto CR 535
Continue on CR 535
Turn right onto NJ 32
Turn right onto CR 522; CR 612
Turn left onto CR 612
Continue on CR 612
Continue on Texas Road
Turn right onto CR 520
Turn left onto CR 3
Continue on NJ 79; CR 3
Continue on NJ 79
Continue on CR 516
Continue on CR 516
Take the ramp
Merge onto NJ 35
Turn right onto CR 50
At end of road, turn right onto CR 50
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.4 mi from Mercerville, NJ · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 19.4 miles from Mercerville, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Middletown, 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.
Regular Gas
$6.42 one way
$12.83 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.03 | $14.05 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.51 | $15.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.54 | $17.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.06 | $1.86 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.42 | $2.48 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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 Mercerville on Friday
Local time
12:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Middletown on Friday
Local time
12:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
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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