Origin
Edison, NJ
Late night in Edison on Sunday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edison, NJ to Allamuchy, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
45.6 mi
73 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edison, NJ
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Allamuchy, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Edison to Allamuchy, you are in for a straightforward 45.6-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes. Since this is a relatively short trip within the Northeast, you can easily complete the entire drive in a single day. You won’t need to worry about booking an overnight stay, keeping the travel logistics simple and flexible. Budgeting approximately $8 for fuel should cover your needs for this excursion. Because the route stays entirely within New Jersey, you will notice a consistent regional feel as you head toward your destination. It is a practical choice if you want to reach Allamuchy without the complexities of a long-distance haul.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 202 | 17.9 mi | 28m |
| I 287 | 16.3 mi | 18m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 6.7 mi | 7m |
| Stelton Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Plainfield Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| US 206 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Old Hackettstown Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Reed Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 202
— 17.9 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edison, NJ and Allamuchy, NJ.
1
Start on this road
175 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Continue on Reed Street
348 ft
·
20 sec
·
Reed Street
3
Turn left onto Central Avenue
345 ft
·
23 sec
·
Central Avenue
4
Turn left onto CR 529
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Plainfield Avenue
5
Continue on CR 529
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Stelton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 287 North
7
Merge onto I 287
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 287
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 287
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
I 287
Toward I 78 East: New York City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 22B
Toward US 202 North, US 206 North: Bedminster, Netcong
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto US 202; US 206
18 mi
·
28 min
·
US 202; US 206
Use the slight right lane.
11
Take the exit onto US 206
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 206
Toward I 80 West, US 206 North: Stanhope, Newton
12
Merge onto I 80; US 206
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 19
Toward CR 517: Hackettstown, Allamuchy, Andover
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
196 ft
·
6 sec
Toward CR 517 North: Allamuchy, Andover
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on CR 667
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Old Hackettstown Road
16
Turn right onto Puffer Road
104 ft
·
9 sec
·
Puffer Road
17
Turn left
9 ft
·
0 sec
18
Keep slight left at fork
37 ft
·
2 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.8 miles from Edison, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 15.3 and 45.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
15.3 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
I 287
Keep slight right at fork onto I 287 toward I 78 East: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 78 East: New York City
8
19.8 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward US 202 North, US 206 North: Bedminster, Netcong
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 22B
Toward US 202 North, US 206 North: Bedminster,...
5
20.1 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
US 202; US 206
Merge onto US 202; US 206
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
45.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward CR 517: Hackettstown, Allamuchy, Andover
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 19
Toward CR 517: Hackettstown, Allamuchy, Andover
9
45.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CR 517 North: Allamuchy, Andover
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward CR 517 North: Allamuchy, Andover
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.56 one way
$15.12 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.28 | $16.56 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.84 | $17.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.07 | $20.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.79 | $2.19 |
| Efficient EV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.99 | $1.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.38 | $2.92 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Allamuchy, NJ
Late night in Allamuchy on Sunday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Chester, NJ
23 mi in
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
30 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 5m 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 turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route relies on local roads such as Reed Street, Central Avenue, and Plainfield Avenue to navigate the landscape. With a highway share of 0%, you should prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace rather than high-speed cruising. There is no single long, uninterrupted stretch, so the experience is defined by constant transitions through local turns and intersections. This personality makes the drive feel more hands-on, requiring your full attention as you navigate through the various turns along the way.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.9 mi on US 202.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 202 and I 287. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.3 miles in near I 287.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.6 miles you will encounter 14 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 15.3 miles (I 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.1 miles (US 202; US 206): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Edison, NJ and Allamuchy, NJ, road signs point toward Netcong and Newton.
Netcong
19.8 mi in
|
~26m
Newton
37.9 mi in
|
~55m
|
via US 206
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 45.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.9 miles on US 202. 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 Allamuchy, 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 15.3 miles (I 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.1 miles (US 202; US 206): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Allamuchy, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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