Origin
Elizabethport, NJ
Afternoon in Elizabethport on Sunday
Local time
1:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elizabethport, NJ to Oxford, 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 19m
Distance
57.6 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
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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Oxford, NJ
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
Elizabethport, NJ to Oxford, NJ is 57.6 miles and takes about 1h 19m via Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway and NJ 31, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Northeast region, entirely within New Jersey. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip that makes for a quick and easy one-day journey. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without extensive planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway | 35.9 mi | 41m |
| NJ 31 | 14.4 mi | 22m |
| 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 |
| Chestnut Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
— 35.9 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabethport, NJ and Oxford, 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 left at fork onto I 78
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
I 78
Toward I 78 West: Clinton
Use the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto I 78
31 mi
·
36 min
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 17
Toward NJ 31: Clinton, Flemington, Washington
Use the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto NJ 31
14 mi
·
22 min
·
NJ 31
18
Arrive at destination
NJ 31
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.8 miles from Elizabethport, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 42.8 — 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.
6
2.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 1; US 9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1; US 9
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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
|
I 78
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78 toward I 78 West: Clinton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 78 West: Clinton
8
42.8 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward NJ 31: Clinton, Flemington, Washington
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 17
Toward NJ 31: Clinton, Flemington, Washington
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.55 one way
$19.10 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.46 | $20.92 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.17 | $22.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.72 | $25.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23 | 0 | $8.06 | $3.69 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Oxford, NJ
Afternoon in Oxford on Sunday
Local time
1:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Bedminster, NJ
29 mi in
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
10 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 19m 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 is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 88% of the route utilizing faster roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 35.9 miles on the Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway, offering a consistent pace. While primarily highway, the route incorporates segments of NJ 31 and East Jersey Street, which may offer a slight change of scenery and pace as you approach your destination. Expect a relatively smooth and uninterrupted drive for the majority of the 57.6 miles.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.9 mi on Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway and NJ 31. 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
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.6 miles you will encounter 15 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 1.5 miles (US 1; US 9 / Spring Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (US 1; US 9): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
557 ft
20 ft
Total Climb
1,123 ft
Total Descent
586 ft
Highest Point
557 ft
~57.6 mi in
Elevation Range
537 ft
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 Oxford, NJ, road signs point toward Flemington and Washington.
Flemington
42.8 mi in
|
~56m
Washington
42.8 mi in
|
~56m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 57.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.9 miles on Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway. 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 Oxford, 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 2.5 miles (US 1; US 9): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Morristown National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area (5 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 Oxford, 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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