Origin
Lambertville, NJ
Late night in Lambertville on Sunday
Local time
5:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lambertville, NJ to Edison, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
39.7 mi
64 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 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lambertville, NJ
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Edison, NJ
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Trip Overview
This 39.7-mile drive from Lambertville, NJ, to Edison, NJ, is designed for a single day, taking about 56 minutes to complete. With a highway share of 88%, you'll spend most of your time on major thoroughfares, making it a straightforward journey through the Northeast region. Your estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $7, which is quite economical. The route is primarily a highway-focused experience, so don't expect many detours for leisurely sightseeing. It's a practical option when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently within New Jersey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 202 | 19.5 mi | 28m |
| I 287 | 8.3 mi | 9m |
| NJ 179 | 5 mi | 6m |
| US 22 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Stelton Road | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Plainfield Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Reed Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Central Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 202
— 19.5 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lambertville, NJ and Edison, NJ.
1
Start on South Main Street
49 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Turn right onto NJ 29; NJ 179
274 ft
·
11 sec
·
Bridge Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 179
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
NJ 179
4
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 202 North: Flemington
5
Merge onto US 202
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
US 202
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 202
14 mi
·
19 min
·
US 202
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
460 ft
·
12 sec
Toward US 22 East: New York, Somerville
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward US 22 East: New York
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto US 22
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US 22
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 287 South: Perth Amboy
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
11
Merge onto I 287
8.3 mi
·
9 min
·
I 287
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 5
Toward CR 529: Stelton Road, Edison, MVC Agency
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
202 ft
·
4 sec
Toward MVC Agency
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on CR 529
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Stelton Road
Use the right lane.
15
Continue on CR 529
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Plainfield Avenue
16
Turn right onto Central Avenue
345 ft
·
17 sec
·
Central Avenue
17
Turn right onto Reed Street
523 ft
·
28 sec
·
Reed Street
18
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.8 miles from Lambertville, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 11.6 and 36.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
11.6 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
US 202
Keep slight right at fork onto US 202
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
25.1 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward US 22 East: New York, Somerville
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 US 22 East: New York, Somerville
8
25.2 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 22 East: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 22 East: New York
8
36.3 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward CR 529: Stelton Road, Edison, MVC Agency
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 5
Toward CR 529: Stelton Road, Edison, MVC Agency
8
36.6 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MVC Agency
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MVC Agency
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.58 one way
$13.16 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.21 | $14.42 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.70 | $15.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.77 | $17.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Edison, NJ
Late night in Edison on Sunday
Local time
5:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
26 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
56m 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 highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 88% of the journey taking place on major roads. You'll primarily navigate via US 202 and I-287, with a segment on NJ 179 contributing to the overall highway experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 19.5 miles on US 202, offering a consistent pace. This route is characterized by its efficiency rather than scenic byways, providing a smooth, albeit predominantly highway-driven, experience from start to finish.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.5 mi on US 202.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 202 and I 287. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.6 miles in near US 202.
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 39.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 11.6 miles (US 202): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.2 miles: 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 Lambertville, NJ and Edison, NJ, road signs point toward Somerville and Mvc Agency.
Somerville
25.1 mi in
|
~35m
Mvc Agency
36.3 mi in
|
~49m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 39.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.5 miles on US 202. 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 Edison, 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 11.6 miles (US 202): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Morristown National Historical Park, Thomas Edison 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 Edison, 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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