Traveling from Mine Hill to Hamilton covers approximately 69.8 miles through the heart of New Jersey. You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 15 minutes, making it a straightforward day trip that does not require an overnight stay. Since the route relies entirely on local roads like Randolph Avenue and Main Street rather than major interstates, you will stay off the highway for the duration of the drive. Budgeting around $12 for fuel should comfortably cover your gas needs for this transit. This trip is best suited for those who prefer navigating local corridors over the monotony of high-speed transit, offering a direct path between these two Northeast locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.4 miles from Mine Hill, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Garden State Parkway
35.3 mi
43m
NJ 24
9.3 mi
10m
Garden State Parkway Southbound
6.2 mi
8m
NJ 10
3.5 mi
4m
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
3.4 mi
3m
Route 10 East
2.1 mi
3m
West Blackwell Street
1.2 mi
2m
South Salem Street
0.9 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 35.3 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mine Hill, NJ and Hamilton, NJ.
1
Start on Clover Place
149 ft·8 sec·Clover Place
2
Turn right onto CR 640
0.3 mi·45 sec·Randolph Avenue
3
Turn straight onto US 46
0.7 mi·1 min·Main Street
4
Continue on US 46
0.5 mi·49 sec·W. Blackwell Street
5
Continue on CR 659
1.2 mi·2 min·West Blackwell Street
6
Turn right onto CR 665
0.9 mi·2 min·South Salem Street
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on CR 665
0.1 mi·15 sec·S. Salem Street
8
Take the ramp
94 ft·2 sec
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·37 sec
10
Merge onto NJ 10
2.1 mi·3 min·Route 10 East
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on NJ 10
3.5 mi·4 min·NJ 10
Use the right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 287 South: Morristown, Morristown Airport
13
Merge onto I 287
0.8 mi·1 min·I 287
14
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 37Toward NJ 24 East: SpringfieldUse the slight right lane.
15
Continue on NJ 24
9.3 mi·10 min·NJ 24
Use the straight lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·29 sec
Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City, Newark
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·17 sec
Toward I 78 East Local: NewarkUse the slight right lane.
18
Merge onto I 78
3.4 mi·3 min·Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 52Toward GSP: G.S. ParkwayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward GSP South
21
Merge onto GSP
11 mi·14 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on Garden State Parkway
6.2 mi·8 min·Garden State Parkway Southbound
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP
0.7 mi·49 sec·Garden State Parkway
24
Keep slight right at fork onto GSP
24 mi·27 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 100AToward NJ 33 East: Ocean GroveUse the right lane.
26
Merge onto NJ 33
0.8 mi·1 min·NJ 33
27
Turn right onto (17)
0.2 mi·31 sec·Old Corlies Avenue
28
Turn right onto Gully Road
155 ft·4 sec·Gully Road
29
Arrive at destination
Gully Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 1 hour and 15 minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility when choosing your departure time. However, because you are relying on local roads rather than highways, keep in mind that traffic volume on surface streets can significantly impact your travel time during morning or evening commutes. You don't need to plan for formal rest stops given the duration, but staying hydrated and alert is important since the route involves constant turning. A concrete tip for this specific drive is to double-check your GPS settings to ensure you are following the designated local route, as the turn-heavy nature of the roads can make it easy to miss a junction. Keep your $12 fuel budget in mind, and enjoy the ability to complete the trip in a single, manageable stretch.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 34.4 miles from Mine Hill, NJ, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 15 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.4 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hamilton, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mine Hill, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Mine Hill, NJ
This is one driving day of about 68.8 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Mine Hill, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Garden State Parkway for about 35.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.9 and 67.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
10.9 mi into trip|~17m in
Take the exit toward NJ 24 East: Springfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 37
Toward NJ 24 East: Springfield
6
20.9 mi into trip|~29m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City, Newark
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City...
7
21.3 mi into trip|~30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 78 East Local: Newark
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 78 East Local: Newark
7
24.9 mi into trip|~34m in
Take the exit toward GSP: G.S. Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 52
Toward GSP: G.S. Parkway
7
67.3 mi into trip|~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward NJ 33 East: Ocean Grove
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 100A
Toward NJ 33 East: Ocean Grove
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.41 one way
$22.81 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg24 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$12.49
$24.98
premium
$4.93
$13.34
$26.69
diesel
$5.61
$15.19
$30.38
Estimated Tolls: $2.49
Garden State Parkway
(41.5 mi)$2.49
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.6
0
$7.22
$3.30
Efficient EV
17.2
0
$6.02
$2.75
EV Truck/SUV
27.5
0
$9.63
$4.40
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Mine Hill, NJ
Morning
in Mine Hill on Sunday
Local time
7:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hamilton, NJ
Morning
in Hamilton on Sunday
Local time
7:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
13 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 30m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This 69.8-mile journey is defined by its turn-heavy, local nature rather than high-speed highway cruising. Because the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for a consistent flow of stop-and-go traffic and frequent turns along Randolph Avenue and Main Street. You won't find any long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the road profile requires your full attention throughout the 1 hour and 15 minutes behind the wheel. The personality of this drive is strictly functional, moving you through local environments where the pace is dictated by neighborhood infrastructure. It is a hands-on driving experience that demands engagement compared to a standard interstate trek.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.3 mi on Garden State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and NJ 24. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.9 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.8 miles you will encounter 20 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 10.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.3 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.
Between Mine Hill, NJ and Hamilton, NJ, road signs point toward Morristown Airport, New York City, Newark and Gsp South.
Morristown Airport
9.6 mi in|~15m
New York City
20.9 mi in|~29m
Newark
20.9 mi in|~29m
Gsp South
25.1 mi in|~35m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 68.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.3 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.49 in tolls one way, starting with Garden State Parkway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Hamilton, 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 10.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hamilton, NJ before heading back.
