Origin
Edison, NJ
Morning in Edison on Tuesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edison, NJ to Lawrence, NJ
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
37m
Distance
24.5 mi
39 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
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.
Edison, NJ
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Lawrence, NJ
James Kampeis
Trip Overview
Connecting Edison to Lawrence, this 24.5-mile journey is a quick, straightforward trip through the Northeast region of New Jersey. Expect to spend about 37 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion that requires no overnight stops. With a fuel budget of approximately $4, the route is highly economical for solo travelers or small groups. You will primarily utilize US 1 to bridge the gap between these two hubs, benefiting from a direct path that minimizes complex navigation. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a day trip, the drive is designed for efficiency rather than leisure. It is a practical choice for those who value speed and predictability over scenic detours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 1 | 20.4 mi | 28m |
| Quaker Bridge Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Plainfield Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Lawrence Station Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Reed Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Central Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Fountayne Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 1
— 20.4 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edison, NJ and Lawrence, 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
·
18 sec
·
Central Avenue
4
Turn right onto CR 529
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Plainfield Avenue
5
Turn right onto US 1
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
US 1
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on US 1
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
US 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
276 ft
·
4 sec
·
US 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
387 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 1
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 1
10
Continue on US 1
12 mi
·
17 min
·
US 1
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
Use the straight lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
Toward CR 533 South: Quaker Bridge Road
Use the right lane.
15
Turn slight right onto CR 533
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Quaker Bridge Road
16
Turn right onto CR 608
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lawrence Station Road
17
Turn right onto Fountayne Boulevard
145 ft
·
10 sec
·
Fountayne Boulevard
18
Continue on Fountayne Boulevard
116 ft
·
11 sec
·
Fountayne Boulevard
19
Arrive at destination
Fountayne Boulevard
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 5.9 and 22.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
5.9 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 1
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
5.9 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 1
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
7
21.8 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
22.1 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
22.3 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CR 533 South: Quaker Bridge Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward CR 533 South: Quaker Bridge Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.06 one way
$8.12 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.45 | $8.90 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.41 | $10.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.6 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 | 7.4 | 0 | $2.57 | $1.18 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
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
Lawrence, NJ
Morning in Lawrence on Tuesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Patchy Frost then Sunny
E 5 to 10 mph
2% 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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
37m 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?
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 83% of your travel occurring on major roads. You will spend the bulk of your time on US 1, which accounts for a substantial 20.4-mile stretch of the journey. As you transition from the highway onto Quaker Bridge Road and Plainfield Avenue, the driving environment shifts from high-speed transit to local road conditions. Because this is primarily a highway-focused drive, you should prepare for a consistent, steady pace throughout the majority of the trip. The transition between these road types is the only major change in the driving rhythm you will encounter before reaching your destination.
83% 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: 20.4 mi on US 1.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 1 and Quaker Bridge Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.9 miles in near US 1.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 24.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 37m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.9 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 21.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
224 ft
62 ft
Total Climb
214 ft
Total Descent
243 ft
Highest Point
224 ft
~12.2 mi in
Elevation Range
162 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Edison, NJ
Full guide →Edison is a city in Middlesex, New Jersey. The city is named after Thomas Alva Edison who carried out most of his life's work, including the invention of the phonograph and the lightbulb, here. Menlo Park, where Edison's laboratories were located has a Thomas Alva Edison Memorial Tower and Museum honoring him. The town of Edison now has a large concentration of Asians, and Oak Tree Road in Edison is the place to visit if you are looking for Indian food or Indian stores.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 24.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.4 miles on US 1. 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 Lawrence, 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 5.9 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 21.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Lawrence, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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