Origin
Elizabeth, NJ
Night in Elizabeth on Saturday
Local time
10:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elizabeth, NJ to Harding, 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 55m
Distance
94.6 mi
152 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 47m
★
6 AM
1h 56m
8 AM
2h 13m
10 AM
2h 2m
12 PM
2h 0m
3 PM
2h 3m
5 PM
2h 12m
8 PM
1h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elizabeth, NJ
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Harding, NJ
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Trip Overview
Elizabeth, NJ to Harding, NJ is 94.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 55 minutes via New Jersey Turnpike and US 1, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Jersey, traversing the Northeast region. Expect a drive that's predominantly highway-focused, making it a straightforward journey. It's a practical option for a day trip, offering a relatively quick transit between two points in the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.3 miles from Elizabeth, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 72.5 mi | 1h 23m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 15 mi | 17m |
| US 1 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| North-South Freeway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Creek Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Bayway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Buck Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Browning Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 72.5 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabeth, NJ and Harding, NJ.
1
Start on this road
34 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto East Jersey Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
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East Jersey Street
3
Turn right onto US 1; US 9
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1; US 9
4
Enter roundabout onto NJ 439
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Bayway
5
Continue on NJ 439
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bayway
6
Turn right onto Brunswick Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Brunswick Avenue
Use the right lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: NJ Turnpike
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
47 mi
·
54 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP
25 mi
·
29 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 3
Toward NJ 168: Camden, Atlantic City Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward NJ 168 North: Camden, Philadelphia
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto NJ 168
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Black Horse Pike
15
Turn left onto CR 659
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Browning Road
Use the left lane.
16
Turn slight left onto CR 753
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Creek Road
17
Turn left onto Harding Avenue
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Harding Avenue
Use the left lane.
18
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
19
Merge onto NJ 42
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North-South Freeway
20
Keep slight right at fork onto NJ 55
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward NJ 55 South: Glassboro, Vineland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 45
Toward CR 553: Clayton, Glassboro, Centerton
Use the slight right lane.
22
Turn right onto CR 553
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Buck Road
23
Turn left onto CR 538
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Elk Road
24
Turn right onto Willow Grove Road
167 ft
·
4 sec
·
Willow Grove Road
25
Arrive at destination
Willow Grove Road
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour 55 minute duration and 94.6 mile distance, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Aim to depart Elizabeth, NJ during off-peak hours to minimize potential delays on the New Jersey Turnpike, especially during morning or evening commutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, plan your refueling stops accordingly, though the longest stretch of 72.5 miles on the Turnpike should not pose an issue for most vehicles. Consider using the US 1 sections for any necessary stops, as this road typically has more services than the Turnpike itself.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 47.3 miles from Elizabeth, NJ, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 21 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.3 miles or 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Harding, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Elizabeth, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Elizabeth, NJ
This is one driving day of about 94.6 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Elizabeth, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New Jersey Turnpike for about 72.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.3 miles from Elizabeth, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New Jersey Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72.5 miles.
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 205 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 93.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
9
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
8
75.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward NJ 168: Camden, Atlantic City Expressway
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 3
Toward NJ 168: Camden, Atlantic City Expressway
8
76 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 168 North: Camden, Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 168 North: Camden, Philadelphia
8
78.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
|
NJ 55 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto NJ 55 / Veterans Memorial Highway toward NJ 55 South: Glassboro, Vineland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 55 South: Glassboro, Vineland
8
93.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m in
Take the exit toward CR 553: Clayton, Glassboro, Centerton
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 45
Toward CR 553: Clayton, Glassboro, Centerton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.68 one way
$31.37 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $17.18 | $34.35 |
| premium | $4.93 | $18.35 | $36.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.89 | $41.77 |
Estimated Tolls: $10.15
New Jersey Turnpike
(72.5 mi)
$10.15
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.93 | $4.54 |
| Efficient EV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.28 | $3.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.8 | 0 | $13.24 | $6.05 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Harding, NJ
Night in Harding on Saturday
Local time
10:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Bristol, PA
47 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
9 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
1h 55m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Thomas Edison National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...
9 mi from route
~21 min detour
$10
View on nps.gov
Gateway National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
Free
near mile 3.3
View on nps.gov
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Silk cloth and steam locomotives; textiles and continuous paper rolls; firearms and aircraft engines. What do these things have in common? All were manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ. In 17...
17 mi from route
~44 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Morristown National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...
18 mi from route
~46 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is characterized as highway-focused, with 79% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the New Jersey Turnpike, including a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 72.5 miles. The route incorporates Veterans Memorial Highway and US 1, suggesting a mix of high-speed travel and potentially some sections with more local traffic as you approach your destination. Overall, anticipate a driving experience that prioritizes efficiency.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 72.5 mi on New Jersey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and Veterans Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 94.6 miles you will encounter 20 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 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 76 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.
Between Elizabeth, NJ and Harding, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Camden, Wilmington, Philadelphia and Vineland.
Njtp South: Camden
50.4 mi in
|
~1h
|
via NJTP
Wilmington
50.4 mi in
|
~1h
|
via NJTP
Philadelphia
76 mi in
|
~1h 30m
Vineland
78.8 mi in
|
~1h 37m
|
via NJ 55
About the Cities
Starting in Elizabeth, NJ
Full guide →Elizabeth is the fourth largest city in 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 1h 55m. Total distance: 94.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 72.5 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $10.15 in tolls one way, starting with New Jersey Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Harding, 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 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 76 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Gateway National Recreation Area and Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park (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 Harding, 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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