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Edison, NJ Road Trips

Sitting in the Northeast, Edison, NJ is a local road trip base with 101 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Most drives stay under 48 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Edison, NJ head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

township in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States

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Trip Routes

101

Longest Drive

135.6 mi

West Cape May, NJ

Quickest Drive

19m

South Amboy, NJ

Plan Around Edison, NJ

Trips from Edison, NJ

Driving from Edison, NJ

Expect an average of 48 miles and about 1h 6m behind the wheel when leaving Edison, NJ. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 105 miles (2h 9m), while the shortest is just 11 miles.

Popular Destinations

Top road trip destinations from Edison, NJ are Margate City, NJ (105 mi, 2h 9m), Northfield, NJ (101 mi, 2h 3m), Newfield, NJ (89.8 mi, 1h 54m), Carneys Point, NJ (89.3 mi, 1h 49m), and South Vineland, NJ (88.8 mi, 1h 58m). 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 48-mile trip from Edison, NJ, budget about $8 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. The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 41 mapped routes leaving Edison, NJ and 60 routes heading into Edison, NJ, covering 101 total connections. Distances range from 11 to 105 miles.

The longest mapped route from Edison, NJ covers 105 miles and takes approximately 2h 9m. Shorter options start at just 11 miles.

The average route from Edison, NJ runs about 48 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 6m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $4.09/gallon for regular), the average 48-mile trip from Edison, NJ costs roughly $8 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Edison, NJ include Margate City, NJ, Northfield, NJ, Newfield, NJ and Carneys Point, NJ. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

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