Origin
Morris, NJ
Late night in Morris on Sunday
Local time
4:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morris, NJ to New 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
1h 16m
Distance
57.2 mi
92 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morris, NJ
Garrison Gao
New Brunswick, NJ
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Trip Overview
Morris, NJ to New Brunswick, NJ is 57.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 16 minutes via I 295, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Jersey, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. Expect a mixed driving experience with a significant portion on the interstate. It's a straightforward route, making it a convenient option for a quick transit between these two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 30.3 mi | 35m |
| Brunswick Pike | 16 mi | 22m |
| Palmyra Bridge Boulevard | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Livingston Avenue | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| River Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| NJ-73 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| NJ 73 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Delavan Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 30.3 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morris, NJ and New Brunswick, NJ.
1
Start on this road
171 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
95 ft
·
9 sec
3
At end of road, turn right onto CR 543
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
River Road
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward NJ 73 South
5
Merge onto NJ 73
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Palmyra Bridge Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on NJ-73
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
NJ-73
7
Continue on NJ 73
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
NJ 73
Use the right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 295
30 mi
·
35 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 67A-B
Toward US 1: New Brunswick, Trenton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 67A
Toward US 1 North: New Brunswick
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto US 1
16 mi
·
22 min
·
Brunswick Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward NJ 26: Livingston Ave, New Brunswick
14
Turn straight onto NJ 26
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Livingston Avenue
15
Turn left onto Delavan Street
68 ft
·
3 sec
·
Delavan Street
16
Arrive at destination
Delavan Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.6 miles from Morris, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 37.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 543 / River Road
At end of road, turn right onto CR 543 / River Road
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
NJ 73 / Palmyra Bridge Boulevard
Merge onto NJ 73 / Palmyra Bridge Boulevard
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
6.6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
8
37.2 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward US 1: New Brunswick, Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 67A-B
Toward US 1: New Brunswick, Trenton
8
37.4 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 1 North: New Brunswick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 67A
Toward US 1 North: New Brunswick
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.48 one way
$18.97 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.39 | $20.77 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.09 | $22.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.63 | $25.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.01 | $2.75 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.01 | $3.66 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
New Brunswick, NJ
Late night in New Brunswick on Sunday
Local time
4:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Mansfield, NJ
29 mi in
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
23 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
1h 16m 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 55% highway, with the longest continuous stretch on I 295 covering 30.3 miles. You'll transition from interstate cruising to surface roads like Brunswick Pike. Expect a noticeable shift in driving pace as you leave the highway environment. The mix means you'll experience both higher-speed travel and more local traffic conditions.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.3 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CR 543 / River Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.2 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: at 0.1 miles (CR 543 / River Road): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (NJ 73 / Palmyra Bridge Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
On the drive from Morris, NJ to New Brunswick, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Trenton along the way.
Trenton
37.2 mi in
|
~46m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 57.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.3 miles on I 295. 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 New 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: at 0.1 miles (CR 543 / River Road): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (NJ 73 / Palmyra Bridge Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Morristown National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area. 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 New 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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