This 95.8-mile drive from Bridgeton, NJ, to Edison, NJ, is a straightforward trip that can be completed in about 2 hours and 7 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, it's an economical option for a day trip, requiring no overnight stops. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it efficient for getting from point A to point B within the Northeast region. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the New Jersey Turnpike, which constitutes the longest uninterrupted stretch at 56.8 miles. This journey is best suited for those prioritizing direct travel over scenic detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.9 miles from Bridgeton, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 7m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New Jersey Turnpike
56.8 mi
1h 5m
Veterans Memorial Highway
12.9 mi
15m
Buck Road
7.4 mi
11m
Centerton Road
6.5 mi
9m
North Pearl Street
2.7 mi
4m
US 1
1.6 mi
2m
Plainfield Avenue
1.3 mi
3m
Black Horse Pike
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 56.8 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgeton, NJ and Edison, NJ.
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Start on this road
179 ft·15 sec·this road
2
Turn right
47 ft·8 sec
3
Turn left onto NJ 77
2.7 mi·4 min·North Pearl Street
4
Turn slight right onto NJ 56
0.1 mi·15 sec·Landis Avenue
5
Turn slight left onto CR 611
4.8 mi·7 min·Centerton Road
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on CR 553
1.8 mi·2 min·Centerton Road
7
Turn right onto CR 553
7.4 mi·11 min·Buck Road
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward NJ 55 North: BellmawrUse the left lane.
9
Merge onto NJ 55
13 mi·15 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto Exit 58
0.3 mi·29 sec·Exit 58
Exit 58Toward Deptford, AlmonessonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on Deptford Center Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Deptford Center Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto NJ 41
0.7 mi·1 min·Hurffville Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Continue on NJ 41; CR 544
0.3 mi·45 sec·Clements Bridge Road
Use the straight lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 41
0.8 mi·1 min·West Clements Bridge Road
15
Turn left onto NJ 168
0.8 mi·1 min·Black Horse Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward NJTP North: New YorkUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto NJTP
23 mi·26 min·New Jersey Turnpike
19
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP
34 mi·38 min·New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 9Toward NJ 18, US 1: New BrunswickUse the slight right lane.
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick, Rutgers UniversityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork
323 ft·7 sec
Toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick, Rutgers University
23
Merge onto NJ 18; CR 527
0.1 mi·14 sec·State Route 18
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward US 1 North: NewarkUse the left / slight right lanes.
25
Merge onto US 1
0.9 mi·1 min·US 1
26
Continue on US 1
0.2 mi·16 sec·US 1
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Continue on US 1
0.2 mi·19 sec·US 1
Use the right lane.
28
Continue on US 1
0.4 mi·34 sec·US 1
29
Turn right
462 ft·39 sec
30
At end of road, turn left onto CR 529
1.3 mi·3 min·Plainfield Avenue
31
Turn left onto Central Avenue
345 ft·17 sec·Central Avenue
32
Turn right onto Reed Street
523 ft·28 sec·Reed Street
33
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 7-minute duration, this trip is easily manageable as a single-day excursion from Bridgeton to Edison. Aim to depart in the morning to avoid potential midday traffic, especially on the New Jersey Turnpike. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps around the halfway point or whenever you feel the need to stretch. With a fuel cost of $16, keeping your tank topped up is a minor consideration. The longest stretch on the New Jersey Turnpike is 56.8 miles, so be prepared for extended highway driving during that segment.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 47.9 miles from Bridgeton, NJ, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 21 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.9 miles or 1h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edison, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bridgeton, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bridgeton, NJ
This is one driving day of about 95.8 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Bridgeton, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New Jersey Turnpike for about 56.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 25
5 decision points cluster between mile 30.2 and 92.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
30.2 mi into trip|~42m in|Exit 58
Take the exit onto Exit 58 toward Deptford, Almonesson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 58
Toward Deptford, Almonesson
7
33.9 mi into trip|~50m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJTP North: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward NJTP North: New York
8
91.3 mi into trip|~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward NJ 18, US 1: New Brunswick
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 9
Toward NJ 18, US 1: New Brunswick
8
92 mi into trip|~1h 58m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick, Rutgers University
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick, Rutgers Univ...
7
92.2 mi into trip|~1h 59m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick, Rutgers University
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick, Rutgers Univ...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.88 one way
$31.76 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$17.39
$34.79
premium
$4.93
$18.58
$37.16
diesel
$5.61
$21.15
$42.30
Estimated Tolls: $7.96
New Jersey Turnpike
(56.8 mi)$7.96
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.7
0
$10.06
$4.60
Efficient EV
24
0
$8.38
$3.83
EV Truck/SUV
38.3
0
$13.41
$6.13
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Bridgeton, NJ
Night
in Bridgeton on Saturday
Local time
10:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
W 10 to 15 mph18% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Edison, NJ
Night
in Edison on Saturday
Local time
10:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
W 10 mph19% chanceLive forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 7m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Morristown National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...
18 mi from route
~46 min detour
Free
near mile 95.8
Park Closure: Partial Reopening: Cross Estate Gardens
Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...
21 mi from route
~51 min detour
$10
near mile 95.8
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...
26 mi from route
~65 min detour
Free
near mile 95.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for 61% of this 95.8-mile journey. You'll primarily be navigating major roadways like the New Jersey Turnpike, Veterans Memorial Highway, and Buck Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 56.8 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike, indicating a significant period of consistent highway travel. While the profile suggests a highway focus, the inclusion of other roads means you might experience some variations in road type, though the overall feel remains geared towards efficiency and speed. This isn't a winding country road experience, but rather a functional transit between two points in New Jersey.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.8 mi on New Jersey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and Veterans Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 30.2 miles in near Exit 58.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 95.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 30.2 miles (Exit 58): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.3 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.
Between Bridgeton, NJ and Edison, NJ, road signs point toward Deptford, Almonesson, Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike and Njtp North: New York.
Deptford
30.2 mi in|~42m|via Exit 58
Almonesson
30.2 mi in|~42m|via Exit 58
Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
33.6 mi in|~49m
Njtp North: New York
33.9 mi in|~50m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 7m. Total distance: 95.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.8 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.96 in tolls one way, starting with New Jersey Turnpike. 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 Edison, NJ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 30.2 miles (Exit 58): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Morristown National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area. 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 Edison, NJ before heading back.
