Origin
Bayonne, NJ
Morning in Bayonne on Sunday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bayonne, NJ to Elizabethport, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
19m
Distance
10.7 mi
17 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bayonne, NJ
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Elizabethport, NJ
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Trip Overview
This quick 10.7-mile drive from Bayonne, NJ, to Elizabethport, NJ, is easily manageable in about 19 minutes, making it an excellent option for a short, efficient trip. Primarily using NJ 440 and the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway, you'll spend about 65% of your time on highways. With a low estimated fuel cost of just $2, this route is budget-friendly. It's a straightforward, single-day journey through the Northeast region of New Jersey, requiring no overnight stays. The focus is on getting you from point A to point B without much fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 440 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Goethals Bridge | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Staten Island Expressway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| South 1st Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 3rd Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East 30th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Atlantic Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 440
— 3.5 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bayonne, NJ and Elizabethport, NJ.
1
Start on Broadway
205 ft
·
9 sec
·
Broadway
2
Turn right onto East 30th Street
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
East 30th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn slight right onto NJ 440
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 440
4
Continue on NY 440
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
5
Keep slight left at fork onto Staten Island Expressway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 278
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Goethals Bridge
7
Take the exit
150 ft
·
4 sec
Exit 3B; 3C
Toward NJ 439 North: Bayway Avenue, Elizabeth
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 3B
Toward NJ 439 West: Elizabeth, Bayway Avenue
9
Turn right onto Brunswick Avenue
198 ft
·
7 sec
·
Brunswick Avenue
10
Continue on Cole Place
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Cole Place
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Continue on Atlantic Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Atlantic Street
12
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
3rd Avenue
13
At end of road, turn left onto South 1st Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South 1st Street
14
Turn left onto Broadway
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Broadway
15
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 8.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East 30th Street
Turn right onto East 30th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
6.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
Staten Island Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto Staten Island Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
8.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward NJ 439 North: Bayway Avenue, Elizabeth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 3B; 3C
Toward NJ 439 North: Bayway Avenue, Elizabeth
8
8.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 439 West: Elizabeth, Bayway Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 3B
Toward NJ 439 West: Elizabeth, Bayway Avenue
5
8.9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
Brunswick Avenue
Turn right onto Brunswick Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.77 one way
$3.55 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.94 | $3.89 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.08 | $4.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.36 | $4.72 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
Goethals Bridge
$16.00
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Tolls
$16
Total
$18
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.12 | $0.51 |
| Efficient EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.94 | $0.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.50 | $0.68 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Elizabethport, NJ
Morning in Elizabethport on Sunday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
19m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 for most of this 10.7-mile journey, with 65% of the drive on elevated roads and expressways. You'll navigate via NJ 440 and the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway, including crossing the Goethals Bridge. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 3.5 miles on NJ 440, offering a consistent pace. This route is designed for efficiency, with minimal deviations from high-speed driving conditions, keeping you moving smoothly between Bayonne and Elizabethport.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.5 mi on NJ 440.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 440 and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 30th Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 10.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 19m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 30th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (Staten Island Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Bayonne, NJ to Elizabethport, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Elizabeth along the way.
Elizabeth
8.7 mi in
|
~13m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 19m. Total distance: 10.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.5 miles on NJ 440. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $16.00 in tolls one way, starting with Goethals Bridge. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Elizabethport, 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: near the start (East 30th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (Staten Island Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Gateway National Recreation Area and Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park (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 Elizabethport, 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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