Origin
East Brunswick, NJ
Afternoon in East Brunswick on Sunday
Local time
12:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Brunswick, NJ to Hamilton, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
38m
Distance
27.1 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Brunswick, NJ
Wikimedia Commons
Hamilton, NJ
Garrison Gao
Trip Overview
This straightforward 27.1-mile drive from East Brunswick to Hamilton, New Jersey, can easily be completed in about 38 minutes, making it a perfect option for a single-day trip. You'll spend most of your time on major roadways, with 86% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this short hop is around $4, so you won't need to budget much for gas. Given the brief duration and minimal stops, this route is ideal for a quick transit or a focused visit to Hamilton. Both your origin and destination are located within the Northeast region, specifically in New Jersey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 18 | 16.4 mi | 18m |
| NJ 34 | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| NJ 33 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Ryders Lane | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Rues Lane | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Dunhams Corner Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Old Corlies Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Jensen Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 18
— 16.4 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Brunswick, NJ and Hamilton, NJ.
1
Start on Dexter Road
318 ft
·
19 sec
·
Dexter Road
2
Turn left onto Jensen Street
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Jensen Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto Dunhams Corner Road
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Dunhams Corner Road
4
Turn left onto CR 617
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Ryders Lane
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on CR 617
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Rues Lane
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn right onto NJ 18
16 mi
·
18 min
·
State Route 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19B
Toward NJ 34 South: Point Pleasant
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn straight onto NJ 34
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 34
9
Take the ramp onto NJ 34
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 34
10
Enter roundabout onto NJ 33; CR 547
504 ft
·
6 sec
·
NJ 33; CR 547
11
Continue on NJ 33; CR 547
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
NJ 33; CR 547
12
Continue on NJ-33; CR-547
406 ft
·
8 sec
·
NJ-33; CR-547
13
Continue on NJ 33
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 33
14
Keep slight right at fork onto NJ 33
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 33
15
Turn right onto (17)
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Old Corlies Avenue
16
Turn right onto Gully Road
155 ft
·
4 sec
·
Gully Road
17
Arrive at destination
Gully Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 19.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Jensen Street
Turn left onto Jensen Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Dunhams Corner Road
At end of road, turn right onto Dunhams Corner Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CR 617 / Ryders Lane
Turn left onto CR 617 / Ryders Lane
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
3.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
NJ 18 / State Route 18
Turn right onto NJ 18 / State Route 18
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
19.7 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward NJ 34 South: Point Pleasant
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 19B
Toward NJ 34 South: Point Pleasant
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.49 one way
$8.99 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.92 | $9.84 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.26 | $10.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.98 | $11.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.85 | $1.30 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $1.73 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Hamilton, NJ
Afternoon in Hamilton on Sunday
Local time
12:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
25 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
38m 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 the majority of this 27.1-mile trip, as 86% of the drive utilizes high-speed roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be approximately 16.4 miles along State Route 18, offering a consistent pace. The route primarily follows State Route 18, NJ 34, and NJ 33, indicating a progression through main arterial roads designed for efficient travel. This drive is less about scenic detours and more about getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.4 mi on State Route 18.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 18 and NJ 34. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Jensen Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 27.1 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.1 miles (Jensen Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Dunhams Corner Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (CR 617 / Ryders Lane): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 27.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m 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 16.4 miles on State Route 18. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Hamilton, 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 0.1 miles (Jensen Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Dunhams Corner Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (CR 617 / Ryders Lane): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Gateway National Recreation Area, Morristown National Historical Park and Thomas Edison National Historical Park. 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 Hamilton, 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.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Hamilton, NJ
More trips to Hamilton, NJ
Explore more options from East Brunswick, NJ or browse trips ending in Hamilton, NJ.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse NJ road trips.