How far is Jackson, NJ from Trenton, NJ?
The driving distance from Jackson, NJ to Trenton, NJ is about 39.7 miles (63.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.1 miles (50 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Burlington County, New Jersey
Route Weather Snapshot
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Rain Showers Likely then Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jackson and Trenton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson and Trenton.
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Start on Jackson Road
2.6 mi · 5 min · Jackson Road
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Turn right
2 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
8.9 mi · 13 min
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Continue straight
2795 ft · 48 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 295 North: Trenton
1531 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
24.4 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Arena Drive West, Olden Avenue
1355 ft · 33 sec
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Turn straight onto Arena Drive
1.1 km · 1 min · Arena Drive
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Turn left onto South Olden Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Olden Avenue
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Turn left onto Hamilton Avenue
2992 ft · 1 min · Hamilton Avenue
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Turn right onto Chambers Street
2 m · 1 sec · Chambers Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Chambers Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jackson and Trenton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 295 North
Merge slight left
24.4 mi · 00h 28m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Rain Showers Likely then Partly Sunny leaving Jackson and Rain Showers Likely near Trenton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackson to Trenton?
The road trip is about 39.7 miles (63.9 km) and usually takes 00h 56m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Willingboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.7 miles from Jackson and 19 miles from Trenton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.1 miles (50 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.72 one way or $11.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely then Partly Sunny around Jackson and Rain Showers Likely near Trenton.
Stop Ideas Near Willingboro
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old City Hall
City of Philadelphia Northeast Municipal Services Center
Camden Municipal Court
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Willingboro.
Cornwells Heights
Pennsauken, NJ
Cherry Hill, New Jersey
Trenton Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jackson and Trenton. Straight-line distance: 31.09 mi (50.03 km).
#1 Jackson
Unincorporated community in Waterford Township, Camden County, New Jersey
| Population | 58,371 |
| Coordinates | 39.7765000, -74.8623800 |
| Altitude | 37 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Trenton
The capital of New Jersey.
| Population | 82,957 |
| Coordinates | 40.2170500, -74.7429400 |
| Altitude | 17 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hamilton Avenue (-74.742936, 40.217034)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $5.72 | $11.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $6.44 | $12.88 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $6.94 | $13.87 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $8.37 | $16.74 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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