Origin
Hamilton, NJ
Morning in Hamilton on Sunday
Local time
10:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hamilton, NJ to High Bridge, 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 21m
Distance
63.2 mi
102 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hamilton, NJ
Garrison Gao
High Bridge, NJ
Trap Typieee
Trip Overview
Hamilton, NJ to High Bridge, NJ is 63.2 miles and takes about 1h 21m via NJ 18 and I-287, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, entirely within New Jersey. It's a straightforward drive primarily on highways, making it a good option for a quick, no-fuss journey. You'll find it's an easy day trip if you're looking to cover ground efficiently between these two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 18 | 22.2 mi | 26m |
| Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway | 12 mi | 13m |
| I 287 | 9.9 mi | 11m |
| NJ 34 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Easton Avenue | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| NJ 33 | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Memorial Parkway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| NJ 31 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 18
— 22.2 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton, NJ and High Bridge, NJ.
1
Start on Gully Road
155 ft
·
5 sec
·
Gully Road
2
Turn left onto (17)
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Old Corlies Avenue
3
Turn left onto NJ 33
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 33
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on NJ-33; CR-547
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
NJ-33; CR-547
5
Enter roundabout onto NJ 33; NJ 34
219 ft
·
3 sec
·
NJ 33; NJ 34
6
Continue on NJ 33; NJ 34
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 33; NJ 34
7
Take the exit onto NJ 34
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 34
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick
9
Merge onto NJ 18
22 mi
·
26 min
·
NJ 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on NJ 18
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Memorial Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Easton Avenue, So Bound Brook
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto (672)
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
George Street
13
Turn left onto CR 609
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Landing Lane
14
Turn right onto CR 527
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Easton Avenue
Use the right lane.
15
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 287 North: Morristown, Mahwah
16
Merge onto I 287
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
I 287
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
I 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 21B
Toward I 78 West: Easton, Pennsylvania
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
19
Merge onto I 78
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 17
Toward NJ 31: Clinton, Flemington, Washington
Use the slight right lane.
21
Merge onto NJ 31
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
NJ 31
22
Take the exit onto CR 513
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
CR 513
Use the slight right lane.
23
Continue on CR 513
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
Use the right lane.
24
Turn right onto CR 513
335 ft
·
5 sec
·
Bridge Street
25
Arrive at destination
CR 513
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.6 miles from Hamilton, 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 195 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 59.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
NJ 33
Turn left onto NJ 33
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
31.6 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward Easton Avenue, So Bound Brook
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 Easton Avenue, So Bound Brook
6
43.6 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
I 287
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
46.3 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward I 78 West: Easton, Pennsylvania
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 21B
Toward I 78 West: Easton, Pennsylvania
8
59.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m 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
$10.48 one way
$20.96 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.48 | $22.95 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.26 | $24.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.95 | $27.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19 | 0 | $6.64 | $3.03 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.85 | $4.04 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
High Bridge, NJ
Morning in High Bridge on Sunday
Local time
10:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Edison, NJ
32 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
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
1h 21m 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 route is largely highway-focused, with 87% of the drive taking place on faster roads. You'll start on NJ 18, experiencing a stretch of 22.2 miles without needing to deviate. The Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway and I-287 will then carry you the rest of the way. Expect a consistent driving experience that prioritizes getting you to your destination with minimal interruption, characteristic of a modern expressway.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.2 mi on NJ 18.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 18 and Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near NJ 33.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.2 miles you will encounter 19 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 0.2 miles (NJ 33): Lane positioning matters here; at 31.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.6 miles (I 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Hamilton, NJ and High Bridge, NJ, road signs point toward So Bound Brook, Mahwah, Pennsylvania, Flemington and Washington.
So Bound Brook
31.6 mi in
|
~40m
Mahwah
36.1 mi in
|
~48m
Pennsylvania
46.3 mi in
|
~1h
Flemington
59.7 mi in
|
~1h 16m
Washington
59.7 mi in
|
~1h 16m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 63.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.2 miles on NJ 18. 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 High Bridge, 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 0.2 miles (NJ 33): Lane positioning matters here; at 31.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.6 miles (I 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Morristown National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area. 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 High Bridge, 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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