Origin
Netcong, NJ
Morning in Netcong on Sunday
Local time
6:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Netcong, NJ to Edison, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
38.2 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Netcong, NJ
Garrison Gao
Edison, NJ
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Trip Overview
Netcong to Edison is 38.2 miles and takes about 56 minutes via US 206 and I 287, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays entirely within New Jersey, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region, and is a straightforward drive. Given its short length and highway focus, it's ideal for a quick transit or a morning/afternoon errand. You'll be on major roads for most of the journey, making it a predictable and efficient option.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 206 | 17.5 mi | 27m |
| I 287 | 16 mi | 18m |
| Stelton Road | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Plainfield Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| NJ 183 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Reed Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Central Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 206
— 17.5 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Netcong, NJ and Edison, NJ.
1
Start on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Main Street
2
Continue on US 46
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn slight right
265 ft
·
8 sec
Use the right lane.
4
Turn straight onto NJ 183
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 183
5
Continue on US 206
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 206
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 206
17 mi
·
27 min
·
US 206
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 287 South: Somerville, Princeton
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 287
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 287
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287
15 mi
·
16 min
·
I 287
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 5
Toward CR 529: Stelton Road, Edison, MVC Agency
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
202 ft
·
4 sec
Toward MVC Agency
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on CR 529
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Stelton Road
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on CR 529
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Plainfield Avenue
14
Turn right onto Central Avenue
345 ft
·
17 sec
·
Central Avenue
15
Turn right onto Reed Street
523 ft
·
28 sec
·
Reed Street
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.1 miles from Netcong, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 35.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn slight right
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
18.6 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward I 287 South: Somerville, Princeton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 287 South: Somerville, Princeton
6
20.2 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
I 287
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
34.9 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward CR 529: Stelton Road, Edison, MVC Agency
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5
Toward CR 529: Stelton Road, Edison, MVC Agency
8
35.1 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MVC Agency
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MVC Agency
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.33 one way
$12.67 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.94 | $13.87 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.41 | $14.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.43 | $16.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.01 | $1.83 |
| Efficient EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.34 | $1.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.35 | $2.44 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Edison, NJ
Morning in Edison on Sunday
Local time
6:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Mostly Cloudy
E 0 to 5 mph
0% chance
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
12 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
56m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 90% of the drive taking place on major roadways like US 206 and I 287. Expect a fairly consistent pace for most of the 38.2 miles, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 17.5 miles on US 206. The character of the drive is primarily about efficient travel, characterized by multi-lane highways and moderate traffic flow. You'll transition onto Stelton Road for the final leg, which may offer a slight shift in scenery as you approach Edison.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.5 mi on US 206.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 206 and I 287. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 38.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 18.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.2 miles (I 287): 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Netcong, NJ and Edison, NJ, road signs point toward Princeton and Mvc Agency.
Princeton
18.6 mi in
|
~29m
Mvc Agency
34.9 mi in
|
~49m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 38.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.5 miles on US 206. 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 Edison, 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 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 18.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.2 miles (I 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Morristown National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (5 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 Edison, 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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