Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
62.7 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maple Shade, NJ
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Bayonne, NJ
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Traveling from Maple Shade to Bayonne is a straightforward 62.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 24 minutes. Because of the relatively short distance, this trip is perfectly manageable as a simple one-day excursion. You can expect to spend approximately $10 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your transit across the Northeast region. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares like the Garden State Parkway, the West Shore Expressway, and the Bayonne Bridge to get you to your destination efficiently. Since the entire drive stays within New Jersey, you won't need to worry about complex regional transitions or overnight logistics. It is a practical, no-nonsense route designed for drivers who prioritize speed and direct access over scenic detours.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 43 mi | 51m |
| West Shore Expressway | 5.4 mi | 8m |
| Bayonne Bridge | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| NJ 440 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Victory Boulevard | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Lakewood Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Lomell Lane | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Maple Shade, NJ and Bayonne, NJ.
Start on Rivercrest Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Colonial Drive
At end of road, turn right onto NJ 166
Turn right onto Lomell Lane
Take the ramp
Merge onto GSP
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on GSP
Take the exit onto GSP
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto NJ 440
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto NY 440
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 440
Take the exit
Continue on East Service Road
Turn right onto Victory Boulevard
Take the ramp
Continue on NY 440
Continue on NY 440
Turn left onto East 30th Street
Turn left onto Avenue E
Turn right onto East 29th Street
Turn right onto Broadway
Arrive at destination
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.
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 31.4 miles from Maple Shade, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 43.3 and 49.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
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
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
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 440 North: Perth Amboy, Staten Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 440 / West Shore Expressway toward NY 440 North: West Shore Expressway, Triborough Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$10.39 one way
$20.79 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.38 | $22.77 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.16 | $24.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.84 | $27.69 |
Estimated Tolls: $18.57
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$19
Total
$29
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.58 | $3.01 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.78 | $4.01 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Maple Shade on Sunday
Local time
5:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Evening in Bayonne on Sunday
Local time
5:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This trip is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 85% of your time spent cruising on high-speed roads. You will find yourself settling into a steady rhythm on the Garden State Parkway, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 43 miles. While the experience is primarily defined by the efficiency of interstate travel, the final transition across the Bayonne Bridge offers a change of pace from the typical highway grind. Expect a consistent, fast-moving environment that demands your full attention as you navigate through these major New Jersey arteries. It is a functional, streamlined drive that minimizes local road navigation in favor of maintaining a reliable pace toward Bayonne.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and West Shore Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 43.3 miles in near GSP / Garden State Parkway.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.7 miles you will encounter 23 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 43.3 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 44.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Maple Shade, NJ and Bayonne, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp North, Staten Island and Perth Amboy.
Gsp North
Staten Island
Perth Amboy
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 62.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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