Origin
Elizabethport, NJ
Morning in Elizabethport on Sunday
Local time
10:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elizabethport, NJ to Raritan, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
31.3 mi
50 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
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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Raritan, NJ
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Trip Overview
This 31.3-mile drive from Elizabethport, NJ, to Raritan, NJ, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 48 minutes. Designed as a single-day trip, it's ideal for those looking for a quick transit between two points within the Northeast region. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it an efficient way to cover the distance. With an estimated fuel cost of $5, it's an economical option for a short road trip. This drive offers a practical, no-frills experience, perfect for getting you to your destination without much fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 287 | 13 mi | 15m |
| US 1 | 7.2 mi | 11m |
| US 22 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| East Edgar Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| I 278 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| US 206 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 2nd Street | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| US 202 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 287
— 13 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabethport, NJ and Raritan, NJ.
1
Start on Broadway
370 ft
·
21 sec
·
Broadway
2
Turn left onto 2nd Street
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
2nd Street
3
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
3rd Avenue
4
Turn left onto Atlantic Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Atlantic Street
5
Continue on Cole Place
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Cole Place
6
Continue on Brunswick Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Brunswick Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 278 West
8
Merge onto I 278
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 278
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
10
Merge onto US 1; US 9
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
East Edgar Road
11
Continue on US 1; US 9
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
US 1; US 9
12
Continue on US 1; US 9
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the straight lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 1
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US 1
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 287 North: Morristown, Mahwah
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto I 287
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 14B
Toward US 22 West: Clinton
Use the slight left lane.
18
Merge onto US 22
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 22
19
Continue on US 22
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
US 22
Use the right lane.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Flemington, Princeton, Raritan
21
Merge onto US 202; US 206
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
US 202; US 206
22
Take the exit onto US 206
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
US 206
Toward US 206 South, NJ 28: Somerville, Princeton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Enter roundabout onto US 206
525 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 206
24
Continue on US 206
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
US 206
25
Turn right onto CR 626
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
E. Somerset Street
26
Turn right onto Thompson Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Thompson Street
27
Arrive at destination
Thompson Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.7 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 185 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 30 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 278 West
Navigation decision point
Toward I 278 West
6
9 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
US 1
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
12.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward I 287 North: Morristown, Mahwah
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 I 287 North: Morristown, Mahwah
7
26.4 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward US 22 West: Clinton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 14B
Toward US 22 West: Clinton
7
30 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
US 206
Take the exit onto US 206 toward US 206 South, NJ 28: Somerville, Princeton
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.
Toward US 206 South, NJ 28: Somerville, Princet...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.19 one way
$10.38 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.68 | $11.37 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.07 | $12.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.91 | $13.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.74 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Raritan, NJ
Morning in Raritan on Sunday
Local time
10:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Edison, NJ
16 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
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
48m 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 for 80% of this 31.3-mile route, mainly utilizing I-287, US-1, and US-22. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 13 miles on I-287, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. This drive prioritizes efficiency over scenic detours, providing a consistent road character for most of its 48-minute duration. You'll likely find the drive to be a functional transition rather than a winding exploration.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13 mi on I 287.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 287 and US 1. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.
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 18 decision points packed into just 31.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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 Raritan, NJ, road signs point toward Mahwah and Princeton.
Mahwah
12.9 mi in
|
~24m
Princeton
29.3 mi in
|
~44m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 31.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13 miles on I 287. 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 Raritan, 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 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Morristown 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 Raritan, 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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