Origin
Hamilton, NJ
Morning in Hamilton on Sunday
Local time
9:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hamilton, NJ to Metuchen, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
44m
Distance
33.3 mi
54 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hamilton, NJ
Garrison Gao
Metuchen, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Hamilton to Metuchen, you are looking at a straightforward 33.3-mile journey across the Northeast. Clocking in at approximately 44 minutes, this trip is easily manageable as a single-day outing, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Your travel budget will be minimal, with fuel costs estimated at just $6 for the entire trip. Since the drive is entirely within New Jersey, you will remain comfortably within the Northeast region the whole time. It is a highly efficient route for those who need to get from point A to point B without unnecessary detours. Given the duration and distance, it serves as a practical connection for commuters or those visiting friends and family.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 25.9 mi | 31m |
| I 287 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| NJ 440 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Middlesex Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| NJ 33 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Old Corlies Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lincoln Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 25.9 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton, NJ and Metuchen, 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
22 mi
·
26 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto GSP
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Exit 127
Toward GSP North, US 9 North, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten Island
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 127
Toward US 9 North, I 287, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten Island
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward NJ 440: Raritan Center, Perth Amboy, Staten Island
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Toward NJ 440 South: Raritan Center
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJ 440
13
Merge onto NJ 440
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
NJ 440
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 287
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 287
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 2A
Toward NJ 27 North: Metuchen
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn slight right onto NJ 27
368 ft
·
11 sec
·
Lincoln Highway
17
Turn left onto CR 669
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Bridge Street
18
Turn right onto CR 669
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Middlesex Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
NJ 27
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 26.3 and 32.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
26.3 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
GSP / Garden State Parkway
Take the exit onto GSP / Garden State Parkway toward GSP North, US 9 North, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten Island
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 127
Toward GSP North, US 9 North, NJ 440: Woodbridg...
9
27.5 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 9 North, I 287, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 127
Toward US 9 North, I 287, NJ 440: Woodbridge, S...
9
27.7 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 440: Raritan Center, Perth Amboy, Staten Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 440: Raritan Center, Perth Amboy, Sta...
7
27.8 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 440 South: Raritan Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 440 South: Raritan Center
7
32.1 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward NJ 27 North: Metuchen
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 2A
Toward NJ 27 North: Metuchen
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.52 one way
$11.04 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| 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: $1.55
Garden State Parkway
(25.9 mi)
$1.55
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$2
Total
$7
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Metuchen, NJ
Morning in Metuchen on Sunday
Local time
9:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
44m 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 classic highway-focused experience, as 90% of this route is spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a combination of the Garden State Parkway, I-287, and NJ-440 to make your way north. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Garden State Parkway, where you will spend 25.9 miles maintaining highway speeds. Because this is a high-speed, interstate-heavy drive, the character of the road is functional and designed for efficiency rather than leisurely winding. You should prepare for a consistent, fast-paced flow as you transition between these major arterial roads to reach your destination.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.9 mi on Garden State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and I 287. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 26.3 miles in near GSP / Garden State Parkway.
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 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 44m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 26.3 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Hamilton, NJ and Metuchen, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp North, Staten Island and Perth Amboy.
Gsp North
26.3 mi in
|
~32m
|
via GSP
Staten Island
26.3 mi in
|
~32m
|
via GSP
Perth Amboy
27.7 mi in
|
~34m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 44m. Total distance: 33.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.9 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.55 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 Metuchen, 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 26.3 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Gateway National Recreation Area, Morristown National Historical Park and Thomas Edison 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 Metuchen, 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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