Origin
New Brunswick, NJ
Morning in New Brunswick on Sunday
Local time
8:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Brunswick, NJ to Robbinsville, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
37m
Distance
23.6 mi
38 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Brunswick, NJ
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Robbinsville, NJ
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Trip Overview
New Brunswick, NJ to Robbinsville, NJ is 23.6 miles and takes about 37 minutes via US 130, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within New Jersey, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. Expect a drive primarily on highways, making it a straightforward and efficient journey. It’s ideal for a quick commute or a short day trip without requiring an overnight stay. Consider this route for its directness and minimal time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 130 | 19.6 mi | 28m |
| Georges Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Livingston Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Hermann Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Robbinsville-Allentown Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Delavan Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 130
— 19.6 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Brunswick, NJ and Robbinsville, NJ.
1
Start on Delavan Street
68 ft
·
4 sec
·
Delavan Street
2
Turn right onto CR 691
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Livingston Avenue
3
Turn left onto Hermann Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Hermann Road
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto NJ 171
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Georges Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Continue on US 130
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 130
6
Continue on US 130
11 mi
·
15 min
·
US 130
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 130
7.7 mi
·
11 min
·
US 130
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 130; NJ 33
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 130; NJ 33
9
Turn left onto CR 526
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Robbinsville-Allentown Road
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left
392 ft
·
33 sec
11
Turn left
57 ft
·
4 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 23.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Hermann Road
Turn left onto Hermann Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
2.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
NJ 171 / Georges Road
Turn right onto NJ 171 / Georges Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
22.7 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
US 130; NJ 33
Keep slight right at fork onto US 130; NJ 33
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
23.4 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
CR 526 / Robbinsville-Allentown Road
Turn left onto CR 526 / Robbinsville-Allentown Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
23.5 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.91 one way
$7.83 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.29 | $8.57 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.58 | $9.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.21 | $10.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.48 | $1.13 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.30 | $1.51 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Robbinsville, NJ
Morning in Robbinsville on Sunday
Local time
8:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Areas Of Fog
SE 5 to 10 mph
22% chance
Live forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 18 at 1:02PM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
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
22 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
37m 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 largely highway-focused, with 83% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 19.6 miles on US 130, offering a consistent pace. The journey is characterized by its efficiency, transitioning from Georges Road and Livingston Avenue onto the more direct US 130. While primarily a highway drive, it connects key points within the state without venturing onto complex, winding local roads. The feel is one of straightforward transit rather than scenic exploration.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.6 mi on US 130.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 130 and Georges Road. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near Hermann Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 23.6 miles you will encounter 7 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 1.4 miles (Hermann Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (NJ 171 / Georges Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles (US 130; NJ 33): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 23.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.6 miles on US 130. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 1.4 miles (Hermann Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (NJ 171 / Georges Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles (US 130; NJ 33): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Robbinsville, 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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