Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
63.4 mi
102 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ocean Gate, NJ
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Elizabeth, NJ
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Ocean Gate to Elizabeth is 63.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 27 minutes via Garden State Parkway, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick trip connects two points within New Jersey, staying entirely within the Northeast region. Given its short length and focus on major roadways, this is a straightforward drive ideal for a single-day journey. You'll spend most of your time on a well-traveled highway, making it a practical option for commuting or a quick connection between these two locations.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 44.6 mi | 53m |
| US 9 | 9.2 mi | 14m |
| Carlton Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West Chelsea Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Springfield Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Edgar Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Atlantic City Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Ocean Gate, NJ and Elizabeth, NJ.
Start on (24)
Turn left onto Stone Harbor Avenue
Turn left onto CR 617
Turn right onto CR 617
Turn left onto CR 617
Continue on CR 617
Turn left onto CR 617
Turn right onto CR 617
Continue on CR 617
Continue on CR 617
Continue on CR 617
Continue on CR 617
Turn left onto CR 617
At end of road, turn right onto NJ 166
Keep slight right at fork onto NJ 166
Continue on NJ 166
Turn left onto NJ 37
Take the exit
Merge onto GSP; US 9
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on GSP
Take the exit onto GSP
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto US 9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
Continue on US 1; US 9
Turn right
Turn right
Turn right
Turn right onto East Jersey Street
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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.
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 31.7 miles from Ocean Gate, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 60.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Stone Harbor Avenue
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto GSP / Garden State Parkway toward GSP North, US 9 North, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward US 9 North, I 287, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward US 9 North: Woodbridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9 / East Edgar Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$10.51 one way
$21.02 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.51 | $23.02 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.30 | $24.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.00 | $28.00 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.67
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$3
Total
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19 | 0 | $6.66 | $3.04 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.55 | $2.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.88 | $4.06 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Ocean Gate on Sunday
Local time
6:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Evening in Elizabeth on Sunday
Local time
6:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Rain Showers
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 85% of the route utilizing major expressways. Expect a consistent pace for much of the journey, especially during the longest stretch of 44.6 miles on the Garden State Parkway. The profile suggests a generally smooth experience, transitioning from the Parkway to US 9 and finally Carlton Street as you approach Elizabeth. While largely highway, the final segments may offer a slight shift in character as you enter more urbanized areas.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and US 9. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Stone Harbor Avenue.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.4 miles you will encounter 22 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: near the start (Stone Harbor Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 49.7 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Ocean Gate, NJ and Elizabeth, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll North: Lakewood, New York, Woodbridge, Gsp North and Staten Island.
Gsp Toll North: Lakewood
New York
Woodbridge
Gsp North
Staten Island
Elizabeth is the fourth largest city in New Jersey.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 63.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m 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.
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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