Origin
Elizabethport, NJ
Late night in Elizabethport on Sunday
Local time
4:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elizabethport, NJ to Whippany, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
36m
Distance
23.5 mi
38 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elizabethport, NJ
Wikimedia Commons
Whippany, NJ
fish socks
Trip Overview
Elizabethport, NJ to Whippany, NJ is 23.5 miles and takes about 36 minutes via NJ 24 and Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically in New Jersey. The drive is a mixed bag, offering a quick connection between two points rather than a scenic journey. It's a practical option for getting from one part of the state to another without a significant time commitment, making it ideal for a quick errand or a simple transit.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 24 | 9.1 mi | 10m |
| Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Whippany Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| 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
— 9.1 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabethport, NJ and Whippany, 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
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
NJ 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 1B
Toward CR 511 North: Whippany
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn straight onto CR 511
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Whippany Road
18
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
this road
19
Continue on NJ 10
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
NJ 10
20
Turn right
198 ft
·
17 sec
21
Turn left
291 ft
·
21 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 20.8 — 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
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
20.8 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward CR 511 North: Whippany
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1B
Toward CR 511 North: Whippany
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.90 one way
$7.79 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.27 | $8.53 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.56 | $9.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.19 | $10.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.47 | $1.13 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.06 | $0.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Whippany, NJ
Late night in Whippany on Sunday
Local time
4:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°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
4 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
36m 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 predominantly highway, with 59% of the journey on major roads like NJ 24 and the Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway. You'll experience a mixed drive profile, transitioning from what feels like an urban approach to more suburban settings. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 9.1 miles on NJ 24, offering a period of consistent speed. Expect a functional, direct route where the focus is on efficient travel rather than leisurely sightseeing.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.1 mi on NJ 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 23.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 36m.
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.
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 Whippany, NJ, road signs point toward Avenue West, Morristown and Cr 511 North: Whippany.
Avenue West
2.6 mi in
|
~6m
Morristown
11.4 mi in
|
~19m
Cr 511 North: Whippany
20.8 mi in
|
~31m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 36m. Total distance: 23.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). 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 9.1 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 Whippany, 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 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 Whippany, 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.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
More trips to Whippany, NJ
Explore more options from Elizabethport, NJ or browse trips ending in Whippany, NJ.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse NJ road trips.