Origin
Edison, NJ
Late night in Edison on Sunday
Local time
5:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edison, NJ to Lambertville, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
40.4 mi
65 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
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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Lambertville, NJ
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Trip Overview
Edison, NJ to Lambertville, NJ is 40.4 miles and takes about 58 minutes via US 202 and I-287, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays entirely within New Jersey, moving you from the busy Northeast region to a quieter part of the state. You'll be spending a good chunk of your time on the highway, so it's a straightforward drive for a quick trip. Consider this if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 202 | 18.3 mi | 26m |
| I 287 | 8.3 mi | 9m |
| Thomas Paine Highway | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| US 22 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Stelton Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Old York Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Plainfield Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Reed Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 202
— 18.3 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edison, NJ and Lambertville, 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
8.3 mi
·
9 min
·
I 287
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 14B
Toward US 22 West: Clinton
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto US 22
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 22
10
Continue on US 22
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
US 22
Use the right lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Flemington, Princeton, Raritan
12
Merge onto US 202; US 206
14 mi
·
19 min
·
US 202; US 206
Use the right lane.
13
Enter roundabout onto US 202; NJ 31
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
US 202; NJ 31
14
Continue on US 202; NJ 31
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
US 202; NJ 31
15
Turn slight right onto NJ 179
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Old York Road
16
Continue on NJ 179
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Old York Road
17
Continue on NJ 179
445 ft
·
8 sec
·
Thomas Paine Highway
18
Continue on NJ 179
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Thomas Paine Highway
19
Take the exit
135 ft
·
3 sec
20
Turn right onto NJ 29; NJ 179
187 ft
·
10 sec
·
Bridge Street
21
Turn left onto South Main Street
49 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Main Street
22
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.2 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 40.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Central Avenue
Turn left onto Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
11.8 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward US 22 West: Clinton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 14B
Toward US 22 West: Clinton
5
14.8 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Flemington, Princeton, Raritan
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Flemington,...
5
15 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
US 202; US 206
Merge onto US 202; US 206
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
40.4 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.70 one way
$13.40 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.34 | $14.67 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.84 | $15.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.92 | $17.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.24 | $1.94 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.66 | $2.59 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Lambertville, NJ
Late night in Lambertville on Sunday
Local time
5:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°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
26 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
58m 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?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 72% of the route utilizing major roads like I-287 and US 202. You'll experience a longest stretch of 18.3 miles on US 202, offering a sustained period of steady travel. The Thomas Paine Highway also contributes to the predominantly highway feel. Expect a consistent driving experience for most of the journey, minimizing complex navigation and maximizing forward progress.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.3 mi on US 202.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 0.1 miles in near Central Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 40.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 11.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Lambertville, NJ, road signs point toward Princeton and Raritan.
Princeton
14.8 mi in
|
~21m
Raritan
14.8 mi in
|
~21m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 40.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.3 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 Lambertville, 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 (Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 11.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Morristown National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area (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 Lambertville, 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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