Trenton, NJ
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Trenton, NJ · NJ average $4.38/gal
Finding cheap gas in Trenton (08648)
This ZIP covers Lawrence Township, the leafy Mercer County suburb between Trenton and Princeton that most locals still call Lawrenceville. US Route 1 runs right through it as a major commercial corridor, lined with shopping centers, office parks, and the steady commuter flow between the two cities.
Because New Jersey still requires an attendant to pump your gas, every station here is full-service, and the state's comparatively low fuel tax keeps prices friendly by Northeast standards. The Route 1 corridor and the Brunswick Pike crossings carry the heaviest traffic and tend to host the more competitive stations.
Lawrence sits in a busy stretch of central Jersey with plenty of nearby options, so the savings come down to which Route 1 corner is cheapest on a given day. The Quaker Bridge Mall area and the Princeton-bound traffic add steady volume to the mix. A look across the highway-corridor stations before you fill is the practical way to find a lower price here.
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How to save more on gas in Trenton
1. Use warehouse clubs
Costco and Sam’s Club typically price 15-25 cents per gallon below nearby stations. Membership pays for itself within a few fill-ups.
2. Fill up early in the week
Stations often raise prices Thursday for weekend demand. Fill up Monday through Wednesday to avoid the lift.
3. Keep tires properly inflated
Properly inflated tires improve fuel economy by up to 3 percent at current prices. Check pressure once a month.
4. Check back tomorrow
Prices can shift 10-20 cents overnight during volatile markets. A quick check before you leave home avoids paying yesterday’s spike.
5. Pay cash at split-pricing stations
Stations with cash and credit split pricing typically save an average of 10 cents per gallon when you pay cash.
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About gas prices in New Jersey
New Jersey's gas tax was around 42 cents per gallon as of recent updates, having risen significantly since 2016 to fund the Transportation Trust Fund. The state operates several refineries (Bayway, Linden, Phillips 66) which historically meant cheaper prices, but recent refinery closures have shifted the balance toward pipeline and tanker imports. New Jersey is also one of two states (Oregon being the other) where self-service is restricted, which adds a small per-gallon labor cost. Costco, Sam's Club, BJ's Wholesale, Wawa, and QuickChek lead on value.