Origin
Hamilton, NJ
Late night in Hamilton on Sunday
Local time
2:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hamilton, NJ to New Milford, 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 28m
Distance
65 mi
105 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hamilton, NJ
Garrison Gao
New Milford, NJ
Tashaud Bullock
Trip Overview
Planning a trip from Hamilton, NJ to New Milford, NJ? This 65-mile drive typically takes about 1 hour and 28 minutes, making it a straightforward day trip. You'll spend about 81% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing the Garden State Parkway and the New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this route is quite budget-friendly. The journey is focused on efficient travel, so if you're looking for a quick and direct connection between these two points within the Northeast region, this route fits the bill without needing an overnight stop.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 27.4 mi | 33m |
| New Jersey Turnpike | 14 mi | 17m |
| New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur | 10.7 mi | 14m |
| South River Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| River Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Hackensack Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| NJ 33 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 27.4 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton, NJ and New Milford, 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
25 mi
·
30 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 129
Toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
10
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
11
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
this road
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
13
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
14 mi
·
17 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; NJTP
11 mi
·
14 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
1.9 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 80 West: Paterson
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 West Local: Hackensack
Use the slight right lane.
17
Continue on I 80
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
18
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 66
Toward Hudson Street, Hackensack, Little Ferry
Use the slight right lane.
19
Continue on East Kennedy Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
East Kennedy Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
20
Turn left onto CR 503; CR 49
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South River Street
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on CR 503; CR 49
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Hackensack Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on CR 49
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
New Bridge Road
23
Continue on CR 49
526 ft
·
14 sec
·
Roemer Avenue
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on CR 49
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Roemer Avenue
Use the left lane.
25
Turn right onto CR 41
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
River Road
26
Turn right onto Cedar Road
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
Cedar Road
27
Turn right onto Plympton Street
270 ft
·
11 sec
·
Plympton Street
28
Arrive at destination
Plympton Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 32.5 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 195 decision points cluster between mile 29 and 59 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
29 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Trenton
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 129
Toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Trenton
6
30.1 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
6
44.6 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
I 95; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
57.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 West Local: Hackensack
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 80 West Local: Hackensack
8
59 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward Hudson Street, Hackensack, Little Ferry
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 66
Toward Hudson Street, Hackensack, Little Ferry
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.78 one way
$21.55 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.80 | $23.60 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.61 | $25.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.35 | $28.70 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.10
New Jersey Turnpike
(24.7 mi)
$3.46
Garden State Parkway
(27.4 mi)
$1.64
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$5
Total
$16
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.82 | $3.12 |
| Efficient EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.69 | $2.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26 | 0 | $9.10 | $4.16 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
New Milford, NJ
Late night in New Milford on Sunday
Local time
2:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
23 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
1h 28m 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 is a highway-focused drive, with 81% of the route being on major roads. Expect a fairly direct experience as you navigate the Garden State Parkway and the New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 27.4 miles on the Garden State Parkway, allowing for a solid period of consistent cruising. While not designed for scenic detours, this profile means you can cover ground efficiently. The character of the drive is primarily about getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss, utilizing well-traveled arteries.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.4 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 New Jersey Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 29 miles in.
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 65 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 29 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44.6 miles (I 95; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur): 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 New Milford, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New York City, Trenton, Njtp North: New York City, Hackensack and Little Ferry.
Njtp: New York City
29 mi in
|
~36m
Trenton
29 mi in
|
~36m
Njtp North: New York City
30 mi in
|
~38m
Hackensack
59 mi in
|
~1h 16m
Little Ferry
59 mi in
|
~1h 16m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 65 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27.4 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $5.10 in tolls one way, starting with New Jersey Turnpike. 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 New Milford, 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 29 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44.6 miles (I 95; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Paterson Great Falls 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 New Milford, 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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