Origin
Middlesex, NJ
Morning in Middlesex on Sunday
Local time
10:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Middlesex, NJ to East 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
22m
Distance
13.7 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Middlesex, NJ
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East Brunswick, NJ
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Trip Overview
This brief 14.4-mile journey from Middlesex, NJ, to East Brunswick, NJ, is a straightforward local drive designed for a single day. Expect the trip to take around 24 minutes, making it an easy addition to any itinerary within New Jersey's Northeast region. With no highway driving involved, the estimated fuel cost is a minimal $2. This route is characterized by frequent turns, so plan for a somewhat dynamic driving experience rather than a steady cruise. It's perfectly suited for a quick errand or a short scenic detour, requiring no overnight stays.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hoes Lane | 6 mi | 7m |
| Ryders Lane | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| Possumtown Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Lincoln Boulevard | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Phelps Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Dunhams Corner Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Centennial Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Cedar Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Hoes Lane
— 6 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middlesex, NJ and East Brunswick, NJ.
1
Start on Mountain Avenue
64 ft
·
8 sec
·
Mountain Avenue
2
Turn left onto CR 607
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Lincoln Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto Cedar Avenue
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
4
Continue on Possumtown Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Possumtown Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 18
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Centennial Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto NJ 18
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Old New Brunswick Road
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on NJ 18
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Hoes Lane
8
Continue on NJ 18; CR 527
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
State Route 18
9
Take the exit
111 ft
·
8 sec
10
Turn left onto Phelps Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Phelps Avenue
11
Turn right onto Labor Center Way
0.1 mi
·
39 sec
·
Labor Center Way
12
Turn left onto CR 617
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Ryders Lane
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto Dunhams Corner Road
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Dunhams Corner Road
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto Jensen Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Jensen Street
15
Turn right onto Dexter Road
318 ft
·
14 sec
·
Dexter Road
16
Arrive at destination
Dexter Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 13.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 607 / Lincoln Boulevard
Turn left onto CR 607 / Lincoln Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
2.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
NJ 18 / Centennial Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 18 / Centennial Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
8.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
6
9.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
CR 617 / Ryders Lane
Turn left onto CR 617 / Ryders Lane
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
13.1 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Dunhams Corner Road
Turn left onto Dunhams Corner Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.27 one way
$4.54 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.49 | $4.98 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.66 | $5.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.02 | $6.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.44 | $0.66 |
| Efficient EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.20 | $0.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
East Brunswick, NJ
Morning in East Brunswick on Sunday
Local time
10:38 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
9 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
22m 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 drive is classified as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating through neighborhoods and local streets for the entire 14.4 miles. With a 0% highway share, you won't encounter any high-speed interstate sections. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but given the nature of the route, expect frequent intersections and changes in direction. You'll primarily be on Lincoln Boulevard, Cedar Avenue, and Possumtown Road, experiencing a constant engagement with the local road network rather than a monotonous highway cruise.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6 mi on Hoes Lane.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 607 / Lincoln Boulevard.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 13.7 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: near the start (CR 607 / Lincoln Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (NJ 18 / Centennial Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 22m. Total distance: 13.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6 miles on Hoes Lane. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 2 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 East 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: near the start (CR 607 / Lincoln Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (NJ 18 / Centennial Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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 East 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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