Origin
Wildwood Crest, NJ
Morning in Wildwood Crest on Saturday
Local time
9:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wildwood Crest, NJ to Trenton, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 14m
Distance
104.6 mi
168 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 5m
★
6 AM
2h 14m
8 AM
2h 33m
10 AM
2h 21m
12 PM
2h 19m
3 PM
2h 22m
5 PM
2h 32m
8 PM
2h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wildwood Crest, NJ
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Trenton, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Wildwood Crest, NJ to Trenton, NJ covers 104.6 miles and takes about 2h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Garden State Parkway, Atlantic City Expressway, Trenton Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.8 miles on Garden State Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.34 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
52.3 miles from Wildwood Crest, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 14m. Total distance: 104.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 14m highway drive covering 104.6 miles, with most of the trip on Garden State Parkway and Atlantic City Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 32.8 miles on Garden State Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Garden State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 32.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
118 ft
7 ft
Total Climb
195 ft
Total Descent
141 ft
Highest Point
118 ft
~59.8 mi in
Elevation Range
111 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and Atlantic City Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 37.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 104.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 37.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78.9 miles (US 206): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
37.1 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward Atlantic City Expressway Toll West, Camden
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 38B
Toward Atlantic City Expressway Toll West, Camd...
8
58 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward NJ 54: Hammonton, Vineland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 28
Toward NJ 54: Hammonton, Vineland
6
78.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m in
|
US 206
Enter roundabout onto US 206 toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
6
97.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
8
101.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 9m in
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
Use the right lane.
Exit 61B
Toward Arena Drive West, Olden Avenue
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Wildwood Crest, NJ and Trenton, NJ, road signs point toward Atlantic City Expressway Toll West, Camden, Vineland, New York and Bordentown.
Atlantic City Expressway Toll West
37.1 mi in
|
~45m
Camden
37.1 mi in
|
~45m
Vineland
58 mi in
|
~1h 10m
New York
78.9 mi in
|
~1h 39m
|
via US 206
Bordentown
96.4 mi in
|
~2h 1m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 32.8 mi | 37m |
| Atlantic City Expressway | 20.5 mi | 24m |
| Trenton Road | 17.6 mi | 23m |
| US 206 | 17.5 mi | 22m |
| I 295 | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| Wildwood Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| 12th Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| South Olden Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 32.8 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wildwood Crest, NJ and Trenton, NJ.
1
Start on East Rosemary Road
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Rosemary Road
2
Turn right onto CR 621
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
New Jersey Avenue
3
Turn left onto NJ 47
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Rio Grande Avenue
4
Turn straight onto NJ 47
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Wildwood Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 4
Toward GSP Toll North: Garden State Parkway
6
Merge onto GSP
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
8
Merge onto GSP
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 38B
Toward Atlantic City Expressway Toll West, Camden
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Merge onto ACE
21 mi
·
24 min
·
Atlantic City Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 28
Toward NJ 54: Hammonton, Vineland
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto NJ 54
223 ft
·
2 sec
·
Route 54 North
13
Continue on NJ 54
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
12th Street
14
Continue on NJ 54
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Bellevue Avenue
15
Turn right onto NJ 54
501 ft
·
8 sec
·
NJ 54
16
Continue on US 206
18 mi
·
23 min
·
Trenton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Enter roundabout onto US 206
498 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 206
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
18
Continue on US 206
7.6 mi
·
10 min
·
US 206
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 206
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
US 206
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Take the exit
489 ft
·
15 sec
Toward Bordentown
21
Turn straight onto CR 545
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Farnsworth Avenue
22
Turn left onto US 130
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Burlington Pike
23
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
24
Merge onto I 295
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 61B
Toward Arena Drive West, Olden Avenue
Use the right lane.
26
Turn straight onto CR 620
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Arena Drive
27
Turn left onto CR 622
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Olden Avenue
28
Turn left onto CR 606
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hamilton Avenue
29
Turn right onto CR 626
6 ft
·
0 sec
·
Chambers Street
30
Arrive at destination
CR 626
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 52.3 miles from Wildwood Crest, NJ, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.8 miles.
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 23 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.3 miles or 1h 3m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Trenton, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Wildwood Crest, 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 Wildwood Crest, NJ
This is one driving day of about 104.6 miles and 2h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Wildwood Crest, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Garden State Parkway for about 32.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.3 mi from Wildwood Crest, NJ · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52.3 miles from Wildwood Crest, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Trenton, NJ
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.34 one way
$34.68 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $18.99 | $37.99 |
| premium | $4.93 | $20.29 | $40.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.09 | $46.19 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.97
Garden State Parkway
(32.8 mi)
$1.97
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
$17
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.98 | $5.02 |
| Efficient EV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.15 | $4.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.64 | $6.69 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Trenton, NJ
Morning in Trenton on Saturday
Local time
9:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Bristol, PA
52 mi in
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
10 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 14m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Wildwood Crest, NJ to Trenton, NJ covers 104.6 miles and takes about 2h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, Atlantic City Expressway, Trenton Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.3 miles from Wildwood Crest, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.34 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 104.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 37.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78.9 miles (US 206): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Wildwood Crest, NJ and Trenton, NJ, road signs point toward Atlantic City Expressway Toll West, Camden, Vineland, New York and Bordentown.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 7 ft to 118 ft elevation with about 195 ft of total climbing.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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