Origin
Hamilton, NJ
Morning in Hamilton on Sunday
Local time
9:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hamilton, NJ to Irvington, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
45 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hamilton, NJ
Garrison Gao
Irvington, NJ
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Trip Overview
Hamilton to Irvington is 45 miles and takes about 59 minutes via Garden State Parkway, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that keeps you within the Northeast region, specifically within New Jersey. Given its short duration and focus on major roadways, it’s a practical option for a quick transit between these two locations without significant detours. You'll find that the majority of this drive is on a major parkway, making for an efficient journey. Consider this route when you need to get from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 42.1 mi | 53m |
| Stuyvesant Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| NJ 33 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Lyons Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Old Corlies Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Cleremont Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Gully Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 42.1 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton, NJ and Irvington, 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
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 33
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward GSP Toll North
5
Merge onto GSP
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
7
Continue on GSP
40 mi
·
50 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 143
Toward Irvington
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn left onto Cleremont Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Cleremont Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto CR 602
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Lyons Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Turn right onto CR 619
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Stuyvesant Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Arrive at destination
CR 619
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.5 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 44.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
43.7 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward Irvington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 143
Toward Irvington
6
43.8 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
Cleremont Avenue
Turn left onto Cleremont Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
43.9 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
CR 602 / Lyons Avenue
Turn left onto CR 602 / Lyons Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
44.4 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
CR 619 / Stuyvesant Avenue
Turn right onto CR 619 / Stuyvesant Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.46 one way
$14.92 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.17 | $16.34 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.73 | $17.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.94 | $19.87 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.53
Garden State Parkway
(42.1 mi)
$2.53
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$3
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.94 | $1.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18 | 0 | $6.30 | $2.88 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Irvington, NJ
Morning in Irvington on Sunday
Local time
9:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
15 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
59m 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-focused, with 95% of the journey on high-speed parkways. You'll spend most of your time on the Garden State Parkway, experiencing a longest uninterrupted stretch of 42.1 miles. Expect a consistent driving experience characterized by efficient travel on well-maintained parkways. The route is designed for direct travel, meaning you won't encounter many winding local roads or significant changes in terrain. It's a classic example of a modern, high-speed transit corridor.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.1 mi on Garden State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and Stuyvesant Avenue. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near GSP / Garden State Parkway.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.1 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.8 miles (Cleremont Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 45 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.1 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.53 in tolls one way, starting with Garden State Parkway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Irvington, 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 1.1 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.8 miles (Cleremont Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park and Morristown 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 Irvington, 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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