Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
62.3 mi
100 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Smithville, NJ
Aisling Kerr
The drive from Trenton, NJ to Smithville, NJ covers 62.3 miles and takes about 1h 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on CR 563, US 206, Magnolia Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.6 miles on CR 563. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.33 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.
Midpoint
31.1 miles from Trenton, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 62.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
The drive from Trenton, NJ to Smithville, NJ covers 62.3 miles and takes about 1h 34m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.3 miles you will encounter 17 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
Take the exit onto US 9 toward GSP Toll South, US 9 Toll South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto US 9 toward US 9 South: Port Republic, Smithville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Trenton, NJ to Smithville, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Gsp Toll South along the way.
Gsp Toll South
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CR 563 | 13.6 mi | 20m |
| US 206 | 12.2 mi | 15m |
| Magnolia Road | 6.8 mi | 11m |
| US 9 | 6 mi | 8m |
| Chatsworth Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| NJ 72 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| County Road 679 | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Bordentown Road | 3.2 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Trenton, NJ and Smithville, 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 right onto CR 563
Keep slight left at fork onto CR 679
Continue on CR 679
Continue on CR 679
Turn right onto US 9
Take the exit onto US 9
Merge onto GSP; US 9
Take the exit onto US 9
Turn left onto CR 561 ALT
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 14 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.1 miles or 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Smithville, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Trenton, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Trenton, NJ
This is one driving day of about 62.3 miles and 1h 34m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.1 mi from Trenton, NJ · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 31.1 miles from Trenton, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Smithville, 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
$10.33 one way
$20.66 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.31 | $22.62 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.08 | $24.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.76 | $27.51 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.12
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
$10
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.54 | $2.99 |
| Efficient EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.45 | $2.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.72 | $3.99 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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 Trenton on Thursday
Local time
3:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Smithville on Thursday
Local time
3:12 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
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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