Origin
Elizabethport, NJ
Morning in Elizabethport on Sunday
Local time
6:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elizabethport, NJ to Montville, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
44m
Distance
29.9 mi
48 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elizabethport, NJ
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Montville, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Elizabethport to Montville, expect a straightforward 29.9-mile journey that typically takes about 44 minutes. This drive is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance is short enough that an overnight stay is unnecessary. You will primarily utilize NJ 24, I-287, and the Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway to navigate through the Northeast region. Budgeting approximately $5 for fuel should cover your travel costs, making this an economical choice for commuters or weekend travelers. Because this trip stays entirely within New Jersey, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout your transit.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 24 | 9.4 mi | 11m |
| I 287 | 7 mi | 9m |
| Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| East Jersey Street | 1.3 mi | 4m |
| Spring Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| North Broad Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Hillside Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 24
— 9.4 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabethport, NJ and Montville, NJ.
1
Start on Broadway
370 ft
·
21 sec
·
Broadway
2
Turn left onto 2nd Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
2nd Street
3
Turn right onto East Jersey Street
1.3 mi
·
4 min
·
East Jersey Street
4
Turn right onto US 1; US 9
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Spring Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1; US 9
419 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 1; US 9
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward North Avenue West
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on North Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Avenue
8
Turn right onto CR 623
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Broad Street
9
Turn left onto CR 628
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Hillside Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto CR 509
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Chestnut Avenue
Use the right lane.
11
Turn right onto Paine Avenue
367 ft
·
12 sec
·
Paine Avenue
12
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 78 West
13
Merge onto I 78
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 48
Toward NJ 24 West: Springfield, Morristown
15
Continue on NJ 24
9.4 mi
·
11 min
·
NJ 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 287 North: Mahwah
Use the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto I 287
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
I 287
18
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 45
Toward Wootton Street, Boonton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on Park Avenue
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Park Avenue
20
Turn left onto Wootton Street
287 ft
·
11 sec
·
Wootton Street
21
Turn right onto US 202
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Myrtle Avenue
22
Continue on US 202
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Main Road
23
Arrive at destination
US 202
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 28.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 1; US 9 / Spring Street
Turn right onto US 1; US 9 / Spring Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
2.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward North Avenue West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward North Avenue West
7
11.4 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 24 West: Springfield, Morristown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 48
Toward NJ 24 West: Springfield, Morristown
7
21.1 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 287 North: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 287 North: Mahwah
8
28.6 mi into trip
|
~41m in
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 45
Toward Wootton Street, Boonton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.96 one way
$9.91 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.43 | $10.86 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.80 | $11.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.60 | $13.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.14 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.62 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.91 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Montville, NJ
Morning in Montville on Sunday
Local time
6:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°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
7 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
44m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 70% of this route consists of high-speed transit. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating major arteries, with a longest uninterrupted stretch of 9.4 miles occurring on NJ 24. The drive transitions from the urban density surrounding Elizabethport toward the more northern suburbs of Montville. It is a functional, efficient drive rather than a winding scenic tour, designed to get you to your destination with minimal fuss. Behind the wheel, you should prepare for steady highway speeds and the typical flow of traffic associated with these major New Jersey transit corridors.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.4 mi on NJ 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 24 and I 287. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near US 1; US 9 / Spring Street.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 17 decision points packed into just 29.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 44m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (US 1; US 9 / Spring Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Elizabethport, NJ and Montville, NJ, road signs point toward Avenue West and Morristown.
Avenue West
2.6 mi in
|
~6m
Morristown
11.4 mi in
|
~19m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 44m. Total distance: 29.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.4 miles on NJ 24. 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 Montville, 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 1.5 miles (US 1; US 9 / Spring Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Morristown National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park 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 Montville, 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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