Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 12, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
33m
Distance
21.5 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Keyport, NJ
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Elizabeth, NJ to Keyport, NJ is 21.5 miles and takes about 33 minutes via US 1, US 9, and NJ 35, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Northeast region, entirely within New Jersey. Given its brief duration and largely highway profile, it's a straightforward option for getting from Point A to Point B without much fuss. You'll likely find this route efficient for a quick commute or an easy connection between areas.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 1 | 8 mi | 13m |
| US 9 | 7.4 mi | 10m |
| NJ 35 | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Maple Place | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Carlton Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Jersey Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Broadway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabeth, NJ and Keyport, NJ.
Start on this road
Turn left onto East Jersey Street
Turn right onto US 1; US 9
Continue on US Route 1/9 Southbound
Continue on US 1; US 9
Continue on US 1; US 9
Continue on US 1; US 9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 9
Continue on NJ 35
Continue on NJ 35
Take the exit
Turn slight right onto Maple Place
Turn sharp right onto CR 516
Turn slight right onto CR 516
Continue on CR 516
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 20.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto East Jersey Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 1; US 9
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork onto US 9 toward Shore Points
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward CR 516: Keyport, Matawan
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn sharp right onto CR 516 / Broadway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Regular Gas
$3.69 one way
$7.39 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.79 | $4.05 | $8.11 |
| premium | $5.13 | $4.34 | $8.68 |
| diesel | $5.97 | $5.05 | $10.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-09-07.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.26 | $1.03 |
| Efficient EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.88 | $0.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.01 | $1.38 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Morning in Elizabeth on Saturday
Local time
6:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in Keyport on Saturday
Local time
6:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Partly Cloudy
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.
This drive is mostly highway, with 94% of the 21.5 miles on higher-speed roads. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 8 miles on US 1. Expect transitions between highway cruising and surface roads as you approach your destination, indicated by the decrease in highway percentage. The dense network of exits and entrances typical of major arteries will be a noticeable feature.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 1 and US 9. You will hit about 5 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Jersey Street.
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 21.5 miles you will encounter 5 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: near the start (East Jersey Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 1; US 9): Navigation decision point; at 8.5 miles (US 9): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
291 ft
Total Descent
278 ft
Highest Point
133 ft
~10.8 mi in
Elevation Range
122 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Elizabeth, NJ to Keyport, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Shore Points along the way.
Shore Points
Founded 1665
Elizabeth is the fourth largest city in New Jersey.
Top landmarks
Founded 1908
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 33m. Total distance: 21.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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