Origin
Elizabeth, NJ
Morning in Elizabeth on Saturday
Local time
6:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elizabeth, NJ to North Bergen, 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
24m
Distance
16.1 mi
26 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 24m
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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North Bergen, NJ
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Trip Overview
Elizabeth, NJ to North Bergen, NJ is 16.1 miles and takes about 24m via US 1 EXPR, Pulaski Skyway, and US 1, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a practical, no-frills trip primarily using major arteries to get from point A to point B. Consider this route for its efficiency if you're looking to cover this specific distance quickly without venturing too far off the beaten path.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 1 EXPR | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Pulaski Skyway | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| US 1 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Tonnelle Avenue | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Spring Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| 79th Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| East Jersey Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 1 EXPR
— 5.8 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabeth, NJ and North Bergen, NJ.
1
Start on this road
34 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto East Jersey Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Jersey Street
3
Turn left onto US 1; US 9
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Spring Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Use the straight lane.
5
Merge onto US 1; US 9
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Pulaski Skyway
6
Take the exit onto US 1; US 9
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
US 1; US 9
Toward US 1-9 North: Jersey City, Lincoln Tunnel
Use the slight right lane.
7
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto 79th Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
79th Street
9
Arrive at destination
79th Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 10.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Jersey Street
Turn left onto East Jersey Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 1; US 9 / Spring Street
Turn left onto US 1; US 9 / Spring Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
3
7.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 1; US 9 / Pulaski Skyway
Merge onto US 1; US 9 / Pulaski Skyway
Merge point - match speed before joining
7
10.4 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
US 1; US 9
Take the exit onto US 1; US 9 toward US 1-9 North: Jersey City, Lincoln Tunnel
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 US 1-9 North: Jersey City, Lincoln Tunne...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.77 one way
$5.53 round trip
$4.37/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.79 | $3.04 | $6.07 |
| premium | $5.13 | $3.25 | $6.50 |
| diesel | $5.97 | $3.78 | $7.56 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.22
Pulaski Skyway
(3.2 mi)
$0.22
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Tolls
$0
Total
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-09-07.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.69 | $0.77 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.41 | $0.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.25 | $1.03 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
North Bergen, NJ
Morning in North Bergen on Saturday
Local time
6:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
2 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
24m 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 a mixed bag of highway and surface roads, with 53% of the route on highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 5.8 miles on US 1 EXPR, offering a taste of higher-speed travel. Expect to navigate urban merging and dense exits as you transition between these different road types. The latter portion of the drive will shift to surface streets.
53% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5.8 mi on US 1 EXPR.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Jersey Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 16.1 miles you will encounter 6 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 / Spring Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
206 ft
8 ft
Total Climb
261 ft
Total Descent
74 ft
Highest Point
206 ft
~16.1 mi in
Elevation Range
197 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Elizabeth, NJ
Full guide →Founded 1665
Elizabeth is the fourth largest city in New Jersey.
Top landmarks
- • Newark Liberty International Airport — international airport in Newark, New Jersey
- • Elizabeth station — historic former railroad station in Elizabeth, New Jersey
- • Belcher–Ogden Mansion; Benjamin Price House; and Price–Brittan House Historic District — historic district in Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States
Arriving in North Bergen, NJ
Full guide →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 24m. Total distance: 16.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). 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 5.8 miles on US 1 EXPR. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.22 in tolls one way, starting with Pulaski Skyway. 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.
Yes — we found about 5 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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: near the start (East Jersey Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 1; US 9 / Spring Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Paterson Great Falls 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 North Bergen, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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