Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
49.2 mi
79 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trenton, NJ
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Ocean Acres, NJ
Aisling Kerr
The drive from Trenton, NJ to Ocean Acres, NJ covers 49.2 miles and takes about 1h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NJ 72, US 206, Magnolia Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.5 miles on NJ 72. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.16 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 49.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 1h 14m highway drive covering 49.2 miles, with most of the trip on NJ 72 and US 206. The longest continuous stretch is about 19.5 miles on NJ 72.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 72 and US 206. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.7 miles in near US 206.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.2 miles you will encounter 14 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 6.7 miles (US 206): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19 miles (CR 530 / South Pemberton Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 28.5 miles (NJ 72): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight left at fork onto US 206
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto CR 530 / South Pemberton Road
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto NJ 72 toward NJ 72 East: Barnegat
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
At end of road, turn right onto (111) / Nautilus Drive
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Buccaneer Lane
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 72 | 19.5 mi | 26m |
| US 206 | 12.2 mi | 15m |
| Magnolia Road | 6.8 mi | 11m |
| Bordentown Road | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| South Pemberton Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Arena Drive | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| South Olden Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Neptune Drive | 1.1 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Trenton, NJ and Ocean Acres, NJ.
Start on CR 626
Turn left onto CR 606
Turn right onto CR 622
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 620
Turn right onto CR 533
Enter roundabout onto US 206
Continue on US 206
Keep slight left at fork onto US 206
Continue on US 206
Continue on US 206
Turn left onto CR 530
Continue on CR 530
Continue on CR 530
Turn right onto CR 644
Enter roundabout onto NJ 72
Continue on NJ 72
Turn left onto Neptune Drive
At end of road, turn right onto (111)
Turn left onto Buccaneer Lane
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.6 mi from Trenton, NJ · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24.6 miles from Trenton, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Ocean Acres, 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
$8.16 one way
$16.31 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.93 | $17.87 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.54 | $19.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.86 | $21.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
| Efficient EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.31 | $1.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.89 | $3.15 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Trenton on Saturday
Local time
2:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Ocean Acres on Saturday
Local time
2:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
48°F
Mount Holly, NJ
25 mi in
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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