Origin
Cranbury, NJ
Late night in Cranbury on Sunday
Local time
3:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cranbury, NJ to Edison, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
28m
Distance
17.4 mi
28 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cranbury, NJ
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Edison, NJ
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Trip Overview
Spanning just 17.4 miles, the drive from Cranbury to Edison is a quick, efficient trip through the Northeast corridor of New Jersey. You can easily complete this journey in about 28 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $3, this route is as economical as it is brief. Because of the short distance, there is no need to plan for overnight stays or complex itineraries. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a local visit, the straightforward nature of this drive allows for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 130 | 11.1 mi | 16m |
| US 1 | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Plainfield Avenue | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Plainsboro Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Reed Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Central Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Half Acre Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Maplewood Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 130
— 11.1 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cranbury, NJ and Edison, NJ.
1
Start on CR 535
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Plainsboro Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto CR 535
236 ft
·
6 sec
·
Maplewood Avenue
3
Turn right onto CR 535
287 ft
·
9 sec
·
Half Acre Road
4
Turn left onto US 130; CR 535
11 mi
·
16 min
·
US 130; CR 535
Use the slight right lane.
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 1 North: Newark
6
Merge onto US 1
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
US 1
7
Continue on US 1
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1
8
Continue on US 1
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 1
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on US 1
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 1
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on US 1
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 1
11
Turn right
462 ft
·
39 sec
12
At end of road, turn left onto CR 529
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Plainfield Avenue
13
Turn left onto Central Avenue
345 ft
·
17 sec
·
Central Avenue
14
Turn right onto Reed Street
523 ft
·
28 sec
·
Reed Street
15
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 16 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 535 / Maplewood Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto CR 535 / Maplewood Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 535 / Half Acre Road
Turn right onto CR 535 / Half Acre Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 130; CR 535
Turn left onto US 130; CR 535
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
4
11.4 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward US 1 North: Newark
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 1 North: Newark
4
16 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
CR 529 / Plainfield Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto CR 529 / Plainfield Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.88 one way
$5.77 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.16 | $6.32 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.37 | $6.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.84 | $7.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.83 | $0.84 |
| Efficient EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.52 | $0.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7 | 0 | $2.44 | $1.11 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Destination
Edison, NJ
Late night in Edison on Sunday
Local time
3:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Partly Sunny
E 0 to 10 mph
0% 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
6 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
28m 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, as 86% of this route consists of high-speed transit. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating US 130 and US 1, with the final leg transitioning onto Plainfield Avenue. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 11.1 miles on US 130, providing a consistent pace before the road shifts toward your destination. While the drive is functional and direct, the road dynamics change as you move from the initial highway segments into the local environment of Edison. It is a practical, no-nonsense path designed for commuters and travelers who prioritize efficiency over scenic detours.
86% 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: 11.1 mi on US 130.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 130 and US 1. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near CR 535 / Maplewood Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 17.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.2 miles (CR 535 / Maplewood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (CR 535 / Half Acre Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 130; CR 535): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 28m. Total distance: 17.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.1 miles on US 130. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.2 miles (CR 535 / Maplewood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (CR 535 / Half Acre Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 130; CR 535): Lane positioning matters here.
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.
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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