Origin
Highland Park, NJ
Morning in Highland Park on Sunday
Local time
6:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Highland Park, NJ to New Brunswick, 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 20m
Distance
61.7 mi
99 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Highland Park, NJ
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New Brunswick, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion within the Northeast, this 61.7-mile connection between Highland Park and New Brunswick is a straightforward journey. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 20 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $10, it is an economical route that requires no overnight stops. The path relies heavily on major thoroughfares, ensuring you reach your destination efficiently. Because both towns are located in New Jersey, you will remain within the same region for the duration of the trip. Whether you are commuting or just looking for a change of scenery, this drive offers a simple, low-stress transit experience.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 39.8 mi | 45m |
| Brunswick Pike | 16 mi | 22m |
| Livingston Avenue | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Exit 1B | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North-South Freeway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Crescent Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Klemm Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Sylvan Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 39.8 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Highland Park, NJ and New Brunswick, NJ.
1
Start on Sylvan Avenue
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Sylvan Avenue
2
At end of road, turn right onto Klemm Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Klemm Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 130
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Crescent Boulevard
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 76 East: Atlantic City, Trenton, Delaware Memorial Bridge
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
Merge onto I 76
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
North-South Freeway
6
Take the exit onto Exit 1B
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Exit 1B
Exit 1B
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 295
40 mi
·
45 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 67A-B
Toward US 1: New Brunswick, Trenton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 67A
Toward US 1 North: New Brunswick
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto US 1
16 mi
·
22 min
·
Brunswick Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward NJ 26: Livingston Ave, New Brunswick
12
Turn straight onto NJ 26
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Livingston Avenue
13
Turn left onto Delavan Street
68 ft
·
3 sec
·
Delavan Street
14
Arrive at destination
Delavan Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 30.8 miles from Highland Park, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 41.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Klemm Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Klemm Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
8
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the exit toward I 76 East: Atlantic City, Trenton, Delaware Memorial Bridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 76 East: Atlantic City, Trenton, Delaw...
7
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Exit 1B
Take the exit onto Exit 1B toward I 295 North: Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1B
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
8
41.7 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward US 1: New Brunswick, Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 67A-B
Toward US 1: New Brunswick, Trenton
8
41.9 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 1 North: New Brunswick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 67A
Toward US 1 North: New Brunswick
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.23 one way
$20.46 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.20 | $22.41 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.97 | $23.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.62 | $27.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.48 | $2.96 |
| Efficient EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.40 | $2.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.64 | $3.95 |
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
New Brunswick, NJ
Morning in New Brunswick on Sunday
Local time
6:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Mansfield, NJ
31 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
22 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 20m 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 highway-focused drive is defined by a blend of fast-paced interstate travel and transitionary local roads. You will spend roughly 65% of your time on highways, providing a consistent flow as you navigate toward your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 39.8 miles on I-295, where you can settle into a steady cruising rhythm. Eventually, the experience shifts as you exit the interstate to navigate via Brunswick Pike and Livingston Avenue. This transition from high-speed transit to local streets ensures you stay engaged with the changing road environment throughout the 1 hour and 20 minute duration.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.8 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Brunswick Pike. 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 Klemm Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.7 miles you will encounter 11 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 (Klemm Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.3 miles (Exit 1B): 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.
On the drive from Highland Park, NJ to New Brunswick, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Trenton along the way.
Trenton
41.7 mi in
|
~49m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 61.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 39.8 miles on I 295. 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 New Brunswick, 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 (Klemm Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.3 miles (Exit 1B): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 New Brunswick, 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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