Origin
Edison, NJ
Late night in Edison on Sunday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edison, NJ to Seaside Park, 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 18m
Distance
51.5 mi
83 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
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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Seaside Park, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick getaway from Edison to Seaside Park, this 51.5-mile journey is the perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 18 minutes behind the wheel, making it an efficient trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Budgeting approximately $9 for fuel covers your costs for this highway-focused route. By utilizing State Route 18, NJ 34, and NJ 35, you navigate through the heart of the Northeast corridor toward the coast. Whether you are heading out for a change of scenery or a brief coastal retreat, this straightforward drive offers a practical way to reach your destination without the hassle of a multi-day commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 18 | 21.4 mi | 27m |
| NJ 34 | 12.1 mi | 15m |
| NJ 35 | 5.5 mi | 9m |
| West Central Avenue | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Ocean Avenue | 3.5 mi | 8m |
| US 1 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Anna O Hankins Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Plainfield Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 18
— 21.4 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edison, NJ and Seaside Park, 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
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 1
Use the right lane.
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward NJ 18: New Brunswick, East Brunswick
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
Toward NJ 18 South: East Brunswick, Old Bridge
Use the slight left lane.
8
Merge onto NJ 18; CR 527
21 mi
·
27 min
·
State Route 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19B
Toward NJ 34 South: Point Pleasant
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto NJ 34
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 34
11
Take the ramp onto NJ 34
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 34
12
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
219 ft
·
3 sec
·
NJ 34
13
Continue on NJ 34
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 34
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
228 ft
·
2 sec
·
NJ 34
15
Continue on NJ 34
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 34
16
Continue on NJ 35
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 35
17
Continue on NJ 35
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Main Avenue
18
Continue on NJ 35
3.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Ocean Avenue
19
Continue on NJ 35
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
West Central Avenue
20
Continue on NJ 35
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Anna O Hankins Boulevard
21
Continue on NJ 35
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Central Avenue
22
Turn straight onto NJ 35
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 35
23
Turn left onto E Street
240 ft
·
10 sec
·
E Street
24
Arrive at destination
E Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.8 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 24.7 — 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
3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward NJ 18: New Brunswick, East Brunswick
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 18: New Brunswick, East Brunswick
9
3.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 18 South: East Brunswick, Old Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward NJ 18 South: East Brunswick, Old Bridge
5
3.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
NJ 18; CR 527 / State Route 18
Merge onto NJ 18; CR 527 / State Route 18
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
24.7 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward NJ 34 South: Point Pleasant
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 19B
Toward NJ 34 South: Point Pleasant
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.54 one way
$17.08 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.35 | $18.70 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.99 | $19.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.37 | $22.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18 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 | 15.5 | 0 | $5.41 | $2.47 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.51 | $2.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.21 | $3.30 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Seaside Park, NJ
Late night in Seaside Park on Sunday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
24 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 18m 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 drive is heavily weighted toward highway travel, with 79% of your time spent on major roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm early on, covering your longest uninterrupted stretch of 21.4 miles along State Route 18. As you transition from the initial highway segments onto NJ 34 and NJ 35, the road character shifts, requiring you to remain alert for changes in traffic flow. It is a high-efficiency route designed for direct travel rather than leisurely winding through backroads. You should anticipate a consistent pace that prioritizes reaching the shore as quickly as the current road conditions allow.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.4 mi on State Route 18.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 18 and NJ 34. You will hit about 11 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 51.5 miles you will encounter 11 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 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
On the drive from Edison, NJ to Seaside Park, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Brunswick along the way.
Brunswick
3 mi in
|
~6m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 51.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.4 miles on State Route 18. 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 Seaside Park, 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 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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. 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 Seaside Park, 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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