Origin
New Providence, NJ
Morning in New Providence on Sunday
Local time
10:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Providence, NJ to Hoboken, 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
25.4 mi
41 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 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Providence, NJ
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Hoboken, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from New Providence to Hoboken, you are in for a quick 25.4-mile trip that typically takes about 37 minutes. This route is entirely contained within the Northeast region, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $4 on fuel for the journey, which is very budget-friendly for a short commute. Because the drive is brief and direct, you can easily complete it in a single morning or afternoon. It is a straightforward trip designed for efficiency rather than leisure, perfect for those needing to navigate between these two New Jersey locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway | 13.4 mi | 15m |
| New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension | 8.2 mi | 11m |
| South Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Glenside Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Jersey Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Glenside Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Clinton Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Newark Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
— 13.4 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Providence, NJ and Hoboken, NJ.
1
Start on Central Avenue
63 ft
·
8 sec
·
Central Avenue
2
Turn left onto CR 647
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Street
3
Continue on CR 647
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Glenside Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto CR 527
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Glenside Avenue
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 78 East: Newark
6
Merge onto I 78
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 78
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78; NJTP
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
9
Continue on I 78; NJTP
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
Exit 14C
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto Jersey Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Jersey Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Turn left onto Jackson Street
373 ft
·
20 sec
·
Jackson Street
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto Observer Highway
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Observer Highway
13
Continue on Newark Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Newark Street
14
Turn left onto Clinton Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Clinton Street
15
Turn right onto 5th Street
526 ft
·
29 sec
·
5th Street
16
Turn left onto CR 677
472 ft
·
25 sec
·
Park Avenue
17
Turn left onto 6th Street
167 ft
·
7 sec
·
6th Street
18
Arrive at destination
6th Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 24.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
CR 527 / Glenside Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto CR 527 / Glenside Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 78 / Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Merge onto I 78 / Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
5.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 78 / Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 78 / Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
23.9 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
Jersey Avenue
Turn left onto Jersey Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
24.4 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
Jackson Street
Turn left onto Jackson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.21 one way
$8.42 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.61 | $9.22 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.93 | $9.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.61 | $11.22 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.16
New Jersey Turnpike
(8.2 mi)
$1.16
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$1
Total
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
| Efficient EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.22 | $1.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.56 | $1.63 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Destination
Hoboken, NJ
Morning in Hoboken on Sunday
Local time
10:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
5 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
37m 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 heavily highway-focused, with 85% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will spend the bulk of your journey on the Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 13.4 miles. You will also navigate the New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension and smaller segments of South Street to reach your destination. The route transitions from suburban New Providence into the more industrial and dense corridors leading toward Hoboken. You should be prepared for a consistent pace, as the road personality is defined by quick transit rather than winding, scenic backroads.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.4 mi on Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway and New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near CR 527 / Glenside Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 25.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 37m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (CR 527 / Glenside Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (I 78 / Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles (I 78 / Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 25.4 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 (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.4 miles on Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.16 in tolls one way, starting with New Jersey Turnpike. 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 Hoboken, 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 1.5 miles (CR 527 / Glenside Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (I 78 / Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles (I 78 / Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Morristown 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 Hoboken, 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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