Carneys Point, NJ to Woodbridge, NJ is 94.2 miles and takes about 1h 54m via New Jersey Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, entirely within New Jersey. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive, making it a convenient option if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. With a short duration and minimal stops needed, this route is ideal for a quick transit day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.1 miles from Carneys Point, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 56m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New Jersey Turnpike
86.3 mi
1h 39m
Main Street
2.4 mi
4m
Pennsville-Auburn Road
1.1 mi
1m
Hollywood Avenue
0.9 mi
1m
Woodbridge Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Shell Road
0.3 mi
<1m
Amboy Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Hawks Bridge Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 86.3 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carneys Point, NJ and Woodbridge, NJ.
1
Start on Center Street
88 ft·9 sec·Center Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 130
0.3 mi·30 sec·Shell Road
3
Enter roundabout onto CR 618
161 ft·3 sec·Hollywood Avenue
4
Continue on CR 618
0.9 mi·1 min·Hollywood Avenue
5
At end of road, turn right onto CR 551
1.1 mi·1 min·Pennsville-Auburn Road
6
Turn left onto NJ 140
0.2 mi·33 sec·Hawks Bridge Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
Turn left onto US 40
361 ft·5 sec·Wiley Road
Toward Atlantic City
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward NJTP Toll North
9
Merge onto NJTP
1.1 mi·1 min·New Jersey Turnpike
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·13 sec
11
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·11 sec·this road
12
Merge onto NJTP
47 mi·53 min·New Jersey Turnpike
13
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP
39 mi·44 min·New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Exit 10Toward I 287 North, NJ 440 North: Metuchen, Perth AmboyUse the slight right lane.
15
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·19 sec·this road
Exit 10Toward I 287, NJ 440: Metuchen, Perth Amboy
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 287 North, CR 514 East, NJ 440 North: Metuchen, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy, Outerbridge CrossingUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward WoodbridgeUse the slight left lane.
18
Turn slight right
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward CR 514 East: WoodbridgeUse the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn slight right onto CR 514
0.6 mi·1 min·Woodbridge Avenue
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on CR 514
2.4 mi·4 min·Main Street
Use the straight lane.
21
Turn left onto NJ 35
0.3 mi·39 sec·Amboy Avenue
Use the left lane.
22
Turn left onto CR 604
61 ft·2 sec·Green Street
23
Arrive at destination
CR 604
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just under two hours, this trip can easily be completed in a single day. You can depart at your convenience, but consider avoiding peak commute times if possible. With only one main road, the New Jersey Turnpike, it's easy to navigate. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the longest stretch is 86.3 miles, and plan your refueling accordingly. There are no specific stops recommended, so enjoy the direct 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.
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 47.1 miles from Carneys Point, NJ, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.3 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 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.1 miles or 56m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodbridge, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Carneys Point, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Carneys Point, NJ
This is one driving day of about 94.2 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Carneys Point, 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 86.3 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 51.2 and 93.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
51.2 mi into trip|~1h 1m in|NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
89.7 mi into trip|~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward I 287 North, NJ 440 North: Metuchen, Perth Amboy
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 10
Toward I 287 North, NJ 440 North: Metuchen, Per...
9
90.2 mi into trip|~1h 46m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 287 North, CR 514 East, NJ 440 North: Metuchen, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy, Outerbridge Crossing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 287 North, CR 514 East, NJ 440 North:...
8
90.5 mi into trip|~1h 47m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Woodbridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Woodbridge
6
93.9 mi into trip|~1h 54m in|NJ 35 / Amboy Avenue
Turn left onto NJ 35 / Amboy Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.62 one way
$31.23 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$17.10
$34.21
premium
$4.93
$18.27
$36.54
diesel
$5.61
$20.80
$41.60
Estimated Tolls: $12.09
New Jersey Turnpike
(86.3 mi)$12.09
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
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.3
0
$9.89
$4.52
Efficient EV
23.6
0
$8.24
$3.77
EV Truck/SUV
37.7
0
$13.19
$6.03
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Carneys Point, NJ
Late night
in Carneys Point on Sunday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Woodbridge, NJ
Late night
in Woodbridge on Sunday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Bristol, PA
47 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 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
1h 54m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Thomas Edison National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
$10
near mile 94.2
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...
19 mi from route
~48 min detour
Free
near mile 94.2
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...
19 mi from route
~49 min detour
Free
near mile 94.2
Silk cloth and steam locomotives; textiles and continuous paper rolls; firearms and aircraft engines. What do these things have in common? All were manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ. In 17...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 94.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 92% of the journey on major roadways like the New Jersey Turnpike. You'll experience a predominantly fast-paced environment, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 86.3 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike. Expect limited changes in scenery as you'll be on the highway for the vast majority of the trip. The route is designed for efficient travel, minimizing time spent on local roads.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.3 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 Main Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 51.2 miles in near NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 94.2 miles you will encounter 18 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: at 51.2 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 89.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 94.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 86.3 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $12.09 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 Woodbridge, 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 51.2 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 89.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Gateway National Recreation Area and Morristown 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 Woodbridge, NJ before heading back.
