Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
50m
Distance
33.3 mi
54 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Park Ridge, NJ
David Kanigan
This 33.3-mile journey from Elizabethport to Park Ridge, New Jersey, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking about 50 minutes. You'll primarily navigate on NJ 21 and the Garden State Parkway, with US 1 also playing a role. Given its relatively short distance and highway-focused profile, it's a straightforward drive with an estimated fuel cost of around $6. This route stays within the Northeast region, offering a direct connection between two points in the Garden State. It's a practical option for a quick hop across the state, requiring no overnight stays.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 21 | 14.7 mi | 20m |
| Garden State Parkway | 8.4 mi | 10m |
| US 1 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| East Jersey Street | 1.3 mi | 4m |
| Pascack Road | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Werimus Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Spring Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Woodcliff Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabethport, NJ and Park Ridge, NJ.
Start on Broadway
Turn left onto 2nd Street
Turn right onto East Jersey Street
Turn right onto US 1; US 9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1; US 9
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21
Merge onto US 46
Keep slight right at fork onto US 46
Take the exit
Merge onto GSP
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto CR 502
Turn right onto CR 71
Continue on CR 71; CR 112
Continue on CR 71
Turn right onto CR 90
Turn left onto CR 63
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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.
A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 16.6 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.7 and 29.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21 toward NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto US 46 toward US 46 East: Elmwood Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward CR 502: Washington, Westwood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward CR 502 West: Ho-Ho-Kus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto CR 502 / Washington Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$5.52 one way
$11.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.05 | $12.09 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.46 | $12.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.35 | $14.70 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.50
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$1
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
| Efficient EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.91 | $1.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Elizabethport on Tuesday
Local time
8:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in Park Ridge on Tuesday
Local time
8:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
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.
Expect a drive that's predominantly highway, with 79% of the journey on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.7 miles along NJ 21, offering a good period of consistent travel. While the overall profile is highway-focused, the transition between NJ 21, the Garden State Parkway, and US 1 means you'll experience shifts in road type and speed. This route is designed for efficient travel rather than scenic vistas, prioritizing getting you to your destination smoothly.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 21 and Garden State Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in near NJ 21.
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 14 decision points packed into just 33.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 50m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles (NJ 21): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.7 miles (US 46): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 29 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Elizabethport, NJ and Park Ridge, NJ, road signs point toward Downtown, Cr 502: Washington, Westwood and Cr 502 West: Ho-Ho-Kus.
Downtown
Cr 502: Washington
Westwood
Cr 502 West: Ho-Ho-Kus
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 33.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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