Origin
Avenel, NJ
Late night in Avenel on Sunday
Local time
3:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Avenel, NJ to Newark, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
22m
Distance
13.1 mi
21 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Avenel, NJ
Garrison Gao
Trip Overview
This short 13.1-mile drive from Avenel, NJ to Newark, NJ is easily manageable as a day trip, taking only about 22 minutes to complete. You'll primarily be on US 1, Carlton Street, and NJ 21, with a significant 69% of the journey on highways. With a fuel cost estimated at just $2, this is a budget-friendly option for getting between these two New Jersey locations. Since there are no recommended stops and the drive is so brief, you'll have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. This route keeps you within the Northeast region, focusing on the urban and suburban landscape of New Jersey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 1 | 7.1 mi | 11m |
| Carlton Street | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| NJ 21 | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| East Edgar Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Mulberry Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Market Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Chestnut Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Avenel Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 1
— 7.1 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Avenel, NJ and Newark, NJ.
1
Start on CR 650
72 ft
·
3 sec
·
Avenel Street
2
Turn left onto US 1; US 9
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
3
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Edgar Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Carlton Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1; US 9
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the straight lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 21
Toward NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left onto Chestnut Street
229 ft
·
7 sec
·
Chestnut Street
Use the left lane.
8
Turn right onto Mulberry Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Mulberry Street
9
Turn left onto CR 510
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Market Street
Use the left lane.
10
Arrive at destination
CR 510
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 5 and 12.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 1; US 9 / East Edgar Road
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9 / East Edgar Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
8.2 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 1; US 9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1; US 9
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
10.4 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
NJ 21
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21 toward NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown
6
12.3 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
Chestnut Street
Turn left onto Chestnut Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
12.9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
CR 510 / Market Street
Turn left onto CR 510 / Market Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.17 one way
$4.34 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.38 | $4.76 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.54 | $5.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.89 | $5.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.38 | $0.63 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.83 | $0.84 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Newark, NJ
Late night in Newark on Sunday
Local time
3:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Scattered Rain Showers then Partly Cloudy
E 2 to 9 mph
31% chance
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
22m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience on this route, with nearly 70% of the drive utilizing faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 7.1 miles along US 1, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the trip. While primarily highway, the inclusion of roads like Carlton Street and NJ 21 suggests a transition through more local, potentially more congested, areas as you approach your destination. This drive offers a practical, efficient connection rather than a scenic exploration.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.1 mi on US 1.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 1 and Carlton Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5 miles in near US 1; US 9 / East Edgar Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 7 decision points packed into just 13.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 22m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5 miles (US 1; US 9 / East Edgar Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles (US 1; US 9): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.4 miles (NJ 21): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Avenel, NJ to Newark, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Downtown
10.4 mi in
|
~16m
|
via NJ 21
About the Cities
Arriving in Newark, NJ
Full guide →Newark is New Jersey's largest city and second largest in Metro New York. Although one of the great historic cities of the Northeast and the most culture-rich city in the state, Newark is often overlooked in favor of Goliath-like Manhattan and towns along the Hudson River, such as Jersey City and Hoboken. While no longer the industrial powerhouse it once was, Newark remains one of America's major shipping, rail, and air hubs. Public transportation is abundant, making it easy to get to, from, and around the city. Newark has been economically disadvantaged for some time, and suffers from a bad reputation, often informed by negative stereotyping. Thanks in large part to a nationally high-profile mayor (Cory Booker, now a U.S.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 22m. Total distance: 13.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.1 miles on US 1. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Newark, NJ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 5 miles (US 1; US 9 / East Edgar Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles (US 1; US 9): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.4 miles (NJ 21): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Newark, NJ before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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