Origin
Wrightsville, NJ
Night in Wrightsville on Wednesday
Local time
9:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wrightsville, NJ to Bordentown, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
32m
Distance
23.2 mi
37 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wrightsville, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Bordentown, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Wrightsville, NJ to Bordentown, NJ covers 23.2 miles and takes about 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, North Church Street, NJ 38 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.1 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.85 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
11.6 miles from Wrightsville, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 32m highway drive covering 23.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and North Church Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 16.1 miles on I 295.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 295 is the longest continuous segment at about 16.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and North Church Street. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near CR 607 / Church Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 23.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.2 miles (CR 607 / Church Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 607 / Church Road
Turn sharp left onto CR 607 / Church Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
5.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 295 North
5
6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
22 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward US 130 North, US 206 North: Bordentown
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 57
Toward US 130 North, US 206 North: Bordentown
5
22.7 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
CR 545 / Farnsworth Avenue
Turn left onto CR 545 / Farnsworth Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 16.1 mi | 18m |
| North Church Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| NJ 38 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Church Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Farnsworth Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Mount Laurel Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Burlington Pike | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 16.1 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wrightsville, NJ and Bordentown, NJ.
1
Start on Forklanding Road
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Forklanding Road
2
Turn sharp left onto CR 607
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Church Road
3
Continue on CR 607
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North Church Street
4
Turn left onto CR 537
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
5
Turn right onto CR 603
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Mount Laurel Road
6
Turn left onto NJ 38
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 38
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 295 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 295
16 mi
·
18 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 57
Toward US 130 North, US 206 North: Bordentown
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto US 130
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Burlington Pike
11
Turn left onto CR 545
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Farnsworth Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Arrive at destination
CR 545
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 11.6 miles from Wrightsville, NJ, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.1 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.6 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bordentown, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Wrightsville, NJ.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Wrightsville, NJ
This is one driving day of about 23.2 miles and 32m.
At 23.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 295 for about 16.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.6 mi from Wrightsville, NJ · 17m into the drive
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 11.6 miles from Wrightsville, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bordentown, NJ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Bordentown, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.85 one way
$7.69 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.21 | $8.43 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.50 | $9.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.12 | $10.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7 | 0 | $2.44 | $1.11 |
| Efficient EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.03 | $0.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.25 | $1.48 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Bordentown, NJ
Night in Bordentown on Wednesday
Local time
9:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
32m 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 Wrightsville, NJ to Bordentown, NJ covers 23.2 miles and takes about 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, North Church Street, NJ 38. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.6 miles from Wrightsville, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.85 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 23.2 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (CR 607 / Church Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Wrightsville, NJ to Bordentown, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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