Road Trips from New Brunswick, NJ
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
26
Shortest
0.3h
With Parks Nearby
21
Under 2 hours
25 total in this range
Westfield, NJ
35m19.3 mi one way
Sayreville, NJ
16m7.1 mi one way
North Plainfield, NJ
24m13.9 mi one way
Sayreville Junction, NJ
20m9 mi one way
Scotch Plains, NJ
30m16.8 mi one way
Full-day getaway
Browse by Mood
Atlantic City, NJ
2h 8m101.6 mi one way
Westfield, NJ
35m19.3 mi one way
Sayreville, NJ
16m7.1 mi one way
North Plainfield, NJ
24m13.9 mi one way
Atlantic City, NJ
2h 8m101.6 mi one way
Jersey City, NJ
43m30.4 mi one way
Hoboken, NJ
51m34.4 mi one way
Orange, NJ
44m28.5 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Long daylight returns and parks begin peak bloom.
Summer
Fewer closures but plan for heat and heavier traffic.
Fall
Cooler temps and foliage make it the underrated season here.
Winter
Shorter days — prioritize shorter drives or southbound routes.
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