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Summer Road Trips in New Jersey

Routes

30

Avg Distance

148 mi

Avg Drive

3h 3m

Destinations

18

New Jersey in the summer offers a variety of driving experiences, with 30 routes averaging 148 miles and 183 minutes. You'll find plenty of EV charging stations, with an excellent coverage rating across the state. Drives here often feature a good drive score, with a range of 8 in the top picks, and some routes topping out at 223 feet in elevation.

Planning Tips

Carry extra water — summer heat in the car and at rest stops dehydrates faster than you think.
Start drives early or late to avoid peak afternoon heat, especially through desert or plains stretches.
Check your tire pressure before long summer drives — hot pavement increases blowout risk with underinflated tires.

Frequently Asked Questions

We've identified 30 routes in New Jersey that work well for summer travel, based on drive quality, typical weather conditions, and distance (averaging 148 miles).

Drive times and distances come from actual road network data via OSRM. Fuel costs use current state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. All data is recalculated regularly.

Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.

Summer Routes

Editor's pick

Cape May, NJ → Paterson, NJ

160.9 mi 3h 18m Score: 8/10

This highway-focused drive scores an 8, boasting excellent EV coverage with 46 DC fast chargers along its 160.9 miles. It's a great option for covering ground with ample opportunities for park visits.

Editor's pick

North Cape May, NJ → Passaic, NJ

159.9 mi 3h 18m Score: 8/10

With a drive score of 8 and mostly flat terrain, this 159.9-mile route is well-equipped for EVs, featuring 54 DC fast chargers. Its extensive park access makes it a compelling summer choice.

Editor's pick

Paterson, NJ → Erma, NJ

158.2 mi 3h 13m Score: 8/10

This 158.2-mile highway-focused route also scores an 8 and offers excellent EV infrastructure with 49 DC fast chargers. Drivers will appreciate the connectivity and the availability of nearby parks.

Clifton, NJ → Cape May, NJ

157.9 mi 3h 15m Score: 8/10

Villas, NJ → Union City, NJ

155.4 mi 3h 15m Score: 8/10

Wildwood, NJ → Clifton, NJ

154.8 mi 3h 12m Score: 8/10

Jersey City, NJ → West Cape May, NJ

153.9 mi 3h 8m Score: 8/10

Paterson, NJ → Whitesboro, NJ

153.8 mi 3h 7m Score: 8/10

North Wildwood, NJ → Clifton, NJ

153.8 mi 3h 11m Score: 8/10

Wildwood, NJ → Union City, NJ

153 mi 3h 9m Score: 8/10

Jersey City, NJ → Cape May, NJ

152.5 mi 3h 7m Score: 8/10

Passaic, NJ → Whitesboro, NJ

150.7 mi 3h 3m Score: 8/10

Bayonne, NJ → North Cape May, NJ

150.6 mi 3h 5m Score: 8/10

Cape May, NJ → Newark, NJ

148.5 mi 3h 4m Score: 8/10

Wildwood, NJ → Jersey City, NJ

148.3 mi 3h 2m Score: 8/10

North Wildwood, NJ → Jersey City, NJ

147.3 mi 3h 1m Score: 8/10

Wildwood, NJ → Newark, NJ

145.5 mi 3h Score: 8/10

Wildwood, NJ → Bayonne, NJ

144.9 mi 3h 1m Score: 8/10

North Wildwood, NJ → Newark, NJ

144.6 mi 2h 59m Score: 8/10

North Wildwood, NJ → Bayonne, NJ

144 mi 3h Score: 8/10

Elizabeth, NJ → Cape May, NJ

143.2 mi 2h 54m Score: 8/10

Elizabeth, NJ → Villas, NJ

142.1 mi 2h 55m Score: 8/10

Cedar Grove, NJ → West New York, NJ

140.8 mi 2h 56m Score: 8/10

Elizabethport, NJ → Wildwood, NJ

140.2 mi 2h 52m Score: 8/10

Union City, NJ → Cedar Grove, NJ

140.1 mi 2h 52m Score: 8/10

Wildwood, NJ → Elizabethport, NJ

140.1 mi 2h 54m Score: 8/10

Hoboken, NJ → Cedar Grove, NJ

139.8 mi 2h 51m Score: 8/10

Erma, NJ → Elizabeth, NJ

139.6 mi 2h 52m Score: 8/10

North Wildwood, NJ → Elizabethport, NJ

139.2 mi 2h 52m Score: 8/10

Wildwood, NJ → Elizabeth, NJ

139.1 mi 2h 52m Score: 8/10

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