Delaware, NJ Road Trips
Drivers starting from Delaware, NJ have 6 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Northeast. Most drives stay under 70 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Delaware, NJ head east, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
94.1 mi
Brick, NJ
Quickest Drive
1h 13m
Newark, NJ
Plan Around Delaware, NJ
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Trips from Delaware, NJ
Driving from Delaware, NJ
Expect an average of 70 miles and about 1h 35m behind the wheel when leaving Delaware, NJ. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 94 miles (2h 9m), while the shortest is just 55 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Delaware, NJ include Brick, NJ (94.1 mi, 2h 8m), Camden, NJ (85.9 mi, 2h 9m), Bayonne, NJ (66.9 mi, 1h 26m), Newark, NJ (59.2 mi, 1h 13m), and Union, NJ (56.9 mi, 1h 14m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in NJ currently averages around $4.09 per gallon. For the typical 70-mile trip from Delaware, NJ, budget about $11 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 6 mapped routes leaving Delaware, NJ and 0 routes heading into Delaware, NJ, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 55 to 94 miles.
The longest mapped route from Delaware, NJ covers 94 miles and takes approximately 2h 9m. Shorter options start at just 55 miles.
The average route from Delaware, NJ runs about 70 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 35m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.09/gallon for regular), the average 70-mile trip from Delaware, NJ costs roughly $11 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Delaware, NJ include Brick, NJ, Camden, NJ, Bayonne, NJ and Newark, NJ. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Delaware, NJ by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
86
Median Income
$138,750
Median Home Value
$220,000
Median Age
62.7
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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