Traveling from North Wildwood to Elizabethport covers 139.2 miles of New Jersey landscape, typically taking about 2 hours and 52 minutes of driving time. Because this is a straightforward, highway-focused journey, it is easily manageable as a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $23 for fuel to complete the trek. The route transitions from the coastal environment of North Wildwood through the Northeast region toward the urban hubs near Elizabethport. Since 92% of your travel occurs on major highways, expect a direct and efficient experience. This drive is ideal for those who prioritize speed and simplicity over winding backroads.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
69.6 miles from North Wildwood, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 23m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Garden State Parkway
121.5 mi
2h 22m
New Jersey Turnpike
6.4 mi
7m
North Wildwood Boulevard
3.1 mi
4m
South 1st Street
0.6 mi
1m
West Spruce Avenue
0.5 mi
<1m
3rd Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
New Jersey Avenue
0.5 mi
<1m
West Anglesea Drive
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 121.5 mi, about 2h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Wildwood, NJ and Elizabethport, NJ.
1
Start on East 12th Avenue
0.1 mi·30 sec·East 12th Avenue
2
Turn right onto CR 621; OD
0.5 mi·43 sec·New Jersey Avenue
3
Continue on CR 621; OD
0.3 mi·36 sec·West Anglesea Drive
4
Continue on NJ 147; OD
0.5 mi·52 sec·West Spruce Avenue
5
Continue on NJ 147; OD
3.1 mi·4 min·North Wildwood Boulevard
6
Turn slight right
432 ft·15 sec
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 6Toward GSP Toll North: Garden State Parkway
8
Merge onto GSP
12 mi·14 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi·31 sec
10
Merge onto GSP
34 mi·39 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP
50 mi·58 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·31 sec
13
Continue on GSP
25 mi·30 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Exit 129Toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, TrentonUse the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·16 sec
16
Continue on this road
0.5 mi·1 min·this road
17
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·16 sec·this road
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
19
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
6.4 mi·7 min·New Jersey Turnpike
20
Take the exit
1.4 mi·2 min
Exit 13Toward I 278: Elizabeth, Staten IslandUse the slight right lane.
21
Turn straight
0.4 mi·1 min
Toward I 278 West, NJ 439: Elizabeth, Linden
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·25 sec
Toward NJ 439: Elizabeth
23
Turn right
142 ft·14 sec
Toward Goethals Bridge
24
Turn sharp right onto NJ 439
468 ft·9 sec·Brunswick Avenue
25
Continue on NJ 439
379 ft·14 sec·Brunswick Avenue
26
Continue on Cole Place
0.3 mi·40 sec·Cole Place
Use the straight / left lanes.
27
Continue on Atlantic Street
0.3 mi·48 sec·Atlantic Street
28
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·3rd Avenue
29
At end of road, turn left onto South 1st Street
0.6 mi·1 min·South 1st Street
30
Turn left onto Broadway
0.1 mi·28 sec·Broadway
31
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 2-hour and 52-minute drive, try to time your departure to avoid peak commuting hours on the Garden State Parkway and New Jersey Turnpike. While the trip is short enough to drive in one go, planning for at least one stop will help you stay alert during the long 121.5-mile stretch on the Parkway. Keep an eye on your fuel levels before merging onto the major turnpikes to ensure you don't pay premium prices at rest stops. Since you only have one planned stop, use it to stretch your legs and reset before the final leg into Elizabethport. Flexibility is your best asset here, so check traffic reports for the Parkway before you pull out of North Wildwood.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.6 miles from North Wildwood, NJ, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 121.5 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 31 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.6 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Elizabethport, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North Wildwood, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North Wildwood, NJ
This is one driving day of about 139.2 miles and 2h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from North Wildwood, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Garden State Parkway for about 121.5 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 4.7 and 135.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
4.7 mi into trip|~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward GSP Toll North: Garden State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 6
Toward GSP Toll North: Garden State Parkway
6
51.5 mi into trip|~1h 2m in|GSP / Garden State Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
127.3 mi into trip|~2h 31m in
Take the exit toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Trenton
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 129
Toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Trenton
6
128.4 mi into trip|~2h 34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
8
135.3 mi into trip|~2h 42m in
Take the exit toward I 278: Elizabeth, Staten Island
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 13
Toward I 278: Elizabeth, Staten Island
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.08 one way
$46.16 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg49 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$25.28
$50.55
premium
$4.93
$27.00
$53.99
diesel
$5.61
$30.73
$61.47
Estimated Tolls: $8.18
Garden State Parkway
(121.5 mi)$7.28
New Jersey Turnpike
(6.4 mi)$0.90
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
$23
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41.8
0
$14.62
$6.68
Efficient EV
34.8
0
$12.18
$5.57
EV Truck/SUV
55.7
0
$19.49
$8.91
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
North Wildwood, NJ
Night
in North Wildwood on Saturday
Local time
9:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Elizabethport, NJ
Night
in Elizabethport on Saturday
Local time
9:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 52m 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 trip is defined by its reliance on major arterial roads, specifically North Wildwood Boulevard, the Garden State Parkway, and the New Jersey Turnpike. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the Garden State Parkway, which claims the longest stretch of your journey at 121.5 miles. The experience is primarily a high-speed highway grind, offering a consistent pace as you move north through the state. Expect the character of the road to remain uniform, focusing on efficiency rather than technical curves or scenic detours. With such a high percentage of highway driving, your time behind the wheel will be characterized by steady cruising.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 121.5 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 New Jersey Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 139.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 51.5 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 127.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between North Wildwood, NJ and Elizabethport, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New York City, Trenton and Njtp North: New York City.
Njtp: New York City
127.3 mi in|~2h 31m
Trenton
127.3 mi in|~2h 31m
Njtp North: New York City
128.3 mi in|~2h 34m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 52m. Total distance: 139.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 121.5 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $8.18 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 Elizabethport, NJ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 51.5 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 127.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Elizabethport, NJ before heading back.
