Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
58.6 mi
94 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Browns Mills, NJ
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Elizabethport, NJ
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Browns Mills to Elizabethport is 58.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 30 minutes via New Jersey Turnpike, Browns Mills Cookstown Road, and Sharon Station Road, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, entirely within New Jersey, making it a straightforward drive. Expect a mixed driving experience that balances highway speeds with some local road navigation. It's a practical choice for a quick journey, offering a direct path with minimal time commitment. Consider this route if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
29.3 miles from Browns Mills, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 30.3 mi | 35m |
| Browns Mills Cookstown Road | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Sharon Station Road | 4 mi | 8m |
| Old York Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Holmes Mill Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Evergreen Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Cookstown-New Egypt Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Forked River Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Browns Mills, NJ and Elizabethport, NJ.
Start on this road
Turn right onto CR 545
Turn right onto CR 667
Continue on CR 667
Turn right onto CR 667
Turn left onto CR 667
Continue on CR 667
Continue on CR 616
Continue on CR 616
Continue on CR 616
Continue on CR 528
Turn left onto CR 8
Continue on CR 27
Turn right onto CR 27
Turn left onto CR 539
Enter roundabout onto CR 539 ALT
Continue on CR 539 ALT
Turn left onto Herbert Road
Turn right onto CR 539
Continue on CR 539
Turn slight right
Turn right onto NJ 33
Turn left onto I 95; NJTP
Take the exit
Turn straight
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right
Turn sharp right onto NJ 439
Continue on NJ 439
Continue on Cole Place
Continue on Atlantic Street
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto South 1st Street
Turn left onto Broadway
Arrive at destination
Given the short 1 hour 30 minute duration, this is easily a same-day trip with plenty of flexibility. Aim to leave mid-morning to avoid the worst of rush hour traffic in both regions, especially as you approach Elizabethport. The fuel cost is estimated at $10, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before departing Browns Mills to avoid needing to stop for gas on this relatively short drive. With no designated stops, you can easily pull over if needed, but the drive is short enough that significant breaks aren't usually necessary. Keep an eye on your GPS for the transition from local roads to the New Jersey Turnpike to ensure a smooth continuation of your journey.
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.
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 13 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.3 miles or 50m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Elizabethport, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Browns Mills, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Browns Mills, NJ
This is one driving day of about 58.6 miles and 1h 30m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 29.3 miles from Browns Mills, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 56.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto CR 545 / Trenton Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto CR 667 / Broadway Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 278: Elizabeth, Staten Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 439: Elizabeth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn sharp right onto NJ 439 / Brunswick Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Regular Gas
$9.72 one way
$19.43 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.64 | $21.28 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.36 | $22.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.94 | $25.88 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.24
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
$10
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.15 | $2.81 |
| Efficient EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.13 | $2.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.20 | $3.75 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Browns Mills on Sunday
Local time
10:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in Elizabethport on Sunday
Local time
10:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Mostly Cloudy
45°F
West Windsor, NJ
29 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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This drive offers a mixed profile, with 52% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 30.3 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike, providing a period of consistent, faster travel. The route begins with local roads like Browns Mills Cookstown Road and Sharon Station Road before merging onto the Turnpike. This transition means you'll experience a shift in driving pace and environment, from potentially slower, more winding local routes to the more direct, high-speed environment of the turnpike. Be prepared for this change as you progress toward Elizabethport.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 20 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 545 / Trenton Road.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.6 miles you will encounter 20 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 545 / Trenton Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (CR 667 / Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 54.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Browns Mills, NJ to Elizabethport, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Staten Island along the way.
Staten Island
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 58.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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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