How far is Marlboro, NJ from Lakewood, NJ?
The driving distance from Marlboro, NJ to Lakewood, NJ is about 55.7 miles (89.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.6 miles (63.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 58m 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
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 59m.
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.
Census designated place in Pemberton Township, Burlington County, New Jersey, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marlboro and Lakewood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marlboro and Lakewood.
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Start on East Cedar Avenue
45 m · 12 sec · East Cedar Avenue
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Turn left onto North Maple Avenue
3250 ft · 1 min · North Maple Avenue
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Turn left
9.9 mi · 16 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
147 m · 6 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
7.8 mi · 11 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Four Mile Circle
134 m · 6 sec
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Exit the rotary onto NJ 70 East: Lakehurst
11.1 mi · 15 min
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Continue straight
6 mi · 8 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Eisenhower Traffic Circle
573 ft · 10 sec
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Exit the rotary onto NJ 70 East: Joint Base MDL Lakehurst, Toms River, Brick
1.2 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
94 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto Ridgeway Road
748 ft · 15 sec · Ridgeway Road
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Continue on Lakehurst Whitesville Road
538 ft · 9 sec · Lakehurst Whitesville Road
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Continue on South Hope Chapel Road
5.3 mi · 9 min · South Hope Chapel Road
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Turn right onto East Veterans Highway
1 km · 1 min · East Veterans Highway
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Continue on Old Whitesville Road
1541 ft · 29 sec · Old Whitesville Road
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Continue on Whitesville Road
1632 ft · 31 sec · Whitesville Road
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Continue on Lakewood Road
2695 ft · 54 sec · Lakewood Road
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Continue on Central Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · Central Avenue
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Turn left onto Madison Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Madison Avenue
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Turn right onto 8th Street
14 m · 2 sec · 8th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 8th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Marlboro and Lakewood.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
NJ 70 East
Exit the rotary onto NJ 70 East: Lakehurst
11.1 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Marlboro and Mostly Sunny near Lakewood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marlboro to Lakewood?
The road trip is about 55.7 miles (89.7 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Country Lake Estates is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.8 miles from Marlboro and 32.9 miles from Lakewood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.6 miles (63.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.1 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 4:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.46 one way or $16.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Marlboro and Mostly Sunny near Lakewood.
Stop Ideas Near Country Lake Estates
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Country Lake Estates.
Trenton Transit Center
Atco, New Jersey
Cornwells Heights
Lindenwold
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marlboro and Lakewood. Straight-line distance: 39.63 mi (63.78 km).
#1 Marlboro
Township of New Jersey
| Population | 39,624 |
| Coordinates | 39.9028900, -74.9218300 |
| Altitude | 25 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lakewood
Township in Ocean County, New Jersey
| Population | 107,439 |
| Coordinates | 40.0978900, -74.2176400 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
End: 8th Street (-74.217623, 40.097792)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 90 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $4.30 | $8.46 | $16.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.88 | $9.61 | $19.22 |
| Premium | $5.18 | $10.19 | $20.39 |
| Diesel | $6.32 | $12.44 | $24.89 |
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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