Origin
Edison, NJ
Morning in Edison on Saturday
Local time
6:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edison, NJ to Middlesex, NJ
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 12, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
14m
Distance
8 mi
13 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
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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Middlesex, NJ
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Trip Overview
Edison, NJ to Middlesex, NJ is 8 miles and takes about 14 minutes via I 287, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a quick hop that's easy to fit into any schedule, whether you're running an errand or just need to get from point A to point B without much fuss. Think of it as a practical connector rather than a destination drive.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 287 | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| Stelton Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Possumtown Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Plainfield Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Lincoln Boulevard | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Cedar Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Reed Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Central Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 287
— 2.5 mi, about 2m
Traffic on I-287
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 36 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
8 AM
~4,048 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~330 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
12.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 35 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edison, NJ and Middlesex, 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
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
I 287
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 8
Toward NJ 18: Possumtown Road, Highland Park, Middlesex
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
157 ft
·
12 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto Possumtown Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Possumtown Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on Cedar Avenue
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
12
Turn right onto CR 607
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Lincoln Boulevard
13
Turn right onto Mountain Avenue
64 ft
·
1 sec
·
Mountain Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
Mountain Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 6.2 — 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
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 529 / Plainfield Avenue
Turn left onto CR 529 / Plainfield Avenue
Navigation decision point
8
6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward NJ 18: Possumtown Road, Highland Park, Middlesex
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 8
Toward NJ 18: Possumtown Road, Highland Park, M...
7
6.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
6.2 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
Possumtown Road
Turn left onto Possumtown Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.37 one way
$2.75 round trip
$4.37/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.79 | $1.51 | $3.02 |
| premium | $5.13 | $1.61 | $3.23 |
| diesel | $5.97 | $1.88 | $3.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-09-07.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.84 | $0.38 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.70 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.12 | $0.51 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Middlesex, NJ
Morning in Middlesex on Saturday
Local time
6:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
19 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
14m 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 route is a mix, with 32% of the drive on highways like I 287. You'll encounter a stretch of about 2.5 miles on I 287 before transitioning to surface roads. Expect a relatively quick drive overall, given its short distance and the nature of the roads involved.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 2.5 mi on I 287.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 Central Avenue.
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 8 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 (Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (CR 529 / Plainfield Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
95 ft
39 ft
Total Climb
43 ft
Total Descent
76 ft
Highest Point
95 ft
~2.3 mi in
Elevation Range
56 ft
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.
On the drive from Edison, NJ to Middlesex, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Highland Park along the way.
Highland Park
6 mi in
|
~10m
About the Cities
Starting in Edison, NJ
Full guide →Founded 1651
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.
Top landmarks
- • Benjamin Shotwell House — historic house in New Jersey, United States
- • Roosevelt Hospital — historic building in Edison, New Jersey
Arriving in Middlesex, NJ
Full guide →Founded 1913
Middlesex County is squarely in the center of New Jersey, about midway between New York City and Philadelphia. Population is approximately 750,000. Area is about 318 sq. miles covering 25 cities and towns.
Top landmarks
- • Joseph and Minnie White House — historic house in Middlesex, New Jersey
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 14m. Total distance: 8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 2.5 miles on I 287. 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 Middlesex, 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 0.2 miles (CR 529 / Plainfield Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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 Middlesex, 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, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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