Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
44.1 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
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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Montville, NJ
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If you are planning a trip from Edison to Montville, you are looking at a straightforward 44.1-mile drive that typically takes about 56 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a one-day excursion, as it is short enough to complete without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-287, Stelton Road, and Plainfield Avenue to reach your destination within the same Northeast region of New Jersey. Budgeting roughly $7 for fuel will cover your transit costs easily. Because this is a high-efficiency trip, you can comfortably manage the distance in under an hour, leaving you plenty of flexibility for whatever activities you have planned once you arrive.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 287 | 39.3 mi | 46m |
| Stelton Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Plainfield Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Myrtle Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Park Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Reed Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Central Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Edison, NJ and Montville, NJ.
Start on this road
Continue on Reed Street
Turn left onto Central Avenue
Turn left onto CR 529
Continue on CR 529
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 287
Keep slight right at fork onto I 287
Take the exit
Continue on Park Avenue
Turn left onto Wootton Street
Turn right onto US 202
Continue on US 202
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 22.1 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 43.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto CR 529 / Plainfield Avenue
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork onto I 287 toward I 78 East: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Wootton Street, Boonton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto Wootton Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$7.31 one way
$14.62 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.01 | $16.01 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.55 | $17.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.74 | $19.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Edison on Sunday
Local time
12:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Montville on Sunday
Local time
12:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
44°F
Bedminster, NJ
22 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a highway-focused journey, as 89% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on major roads. The core of this trip is a 39.3-mile stretch on I-287, which serves as the primary artery connecting the two towns. While the local segments on Stelton Road and Plainfield Avenue provide the necessary transitions, the majority of your experience will be defined by the steady pace of the interstate. You will find that the road maintains a consistent, functional character throughout the drive. It is a practical, no-nonsense commute that gets you from point A to point B with minimal deviation.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 287 and Stelton Road. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Central Avenue.
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 44.1 miles you will encounter 8 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 15.3 miles (I 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 44.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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