Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
30.9 mi
50 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
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.
Martinsville, NJ
Malcolm Garret
Elizabethport, NJ
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This 30.9-mile drive from Martinsville to Elizabethport, NJ, is a quick 47-minute journey that's perfect for a single day trip. You'll primarily be on major highways like I-287 and the New Jersey Turnpike, making it a straightforward drive. With a fuel cost estimated at just $5, this route is very budget-friendly. The highway-focused profile means you’ll cover ground efficiently, making it an easy option for a short, practical trip within the Northeast region. Since there are no recommended stops, you can easily complete this drive without needing an overnight stay.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 287 | 13.3 mi | 15m |
| New Jersey Turnpike | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| Chimney Rock Road | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| South 1st Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 3rd Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Atlantic Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Cole Place | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Union Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Martinsville, NJ and Elizabethport, NJ.
Start on this road
Turn left
Turn left
Continue on CR 525
Turn left onto NJ 28
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 287
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
Take the exit
Turn straight
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right
Turn sharp right onto NJ 439
Continue on NJ 439
Continue on Cole Place
Continue on Atlantic Street
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto South 1st Street
Turn left onto Broadway
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 15.4 miles from Martinsville, 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 2.9 and 27 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward I 287 South
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 95, NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike
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 I 95 North, NJTP North: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 North: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward I 278: Elizabeth, Staten Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$5.12 one way
$10.25 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.61 | $11.22 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.99 | $11.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.82 | $13.64 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.38
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$1
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.24 | $1.48 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.70 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.33 | $1.98 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Martinsville on Sunday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in Elizabethport on Sunday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
63°F
Edison, NJ
15 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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.
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 30.9-mile trip, with 75% of the route utilizing major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 13.3 miles on I-287, allowing for consistent speed and minimal interruptions. You'll navigate using roads like Chimney Rock Road before merging onto these faster-paced highways. The overall character is one of efficient travel rather than scenic exploration, designed to get you from point A to point B with ease.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 287 and New Jersey Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in.
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 16 decision points packed into just 30.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 47m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 16.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.8 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 Martinsville, NJ and Elizabethport, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York, Staten Island and Linden.
Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike
Njtp North: New York
Staten Island
Linden
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 30.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). 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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