Origin
Old Bridge, NJ
Late night in Old Bridge on Sunday
Local time
4:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Old Bridge, NJ to New Brunswick, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
13m
Distance
8.2 mi
13 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Old Bridge, NJ
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New Brunswick, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick commute between Old Bridge and New Brunswick, this 8.2-mile trip is an incredibly efficient option. You can expect to reach your destination in just 13 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting for this drive is remarkably simple, as you will likely only spend about $1 on fuel. Since both locations are situated in the Northeast, you will remain within the same regional climate and atmosphere for the duration of the journey. This highway-focused path is straightforward and reliable, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B without any unnecessary detours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 18 | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Suydam Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Route 18 Service Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Paul Robeson Boulevard | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Livingston Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| CR 527 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Old Bridge Turnpike | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 18
— 6.2 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Old Bridge, NJ and New Brunswick, NJ.
1
Start on CR 615
400 ft
·
12 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto CR 527
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Old Bridge Turnpike
3
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
4
Merge onto NJ 18
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
State Route 18
5
Take the exit onto CR 527
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
CR 527
Toward NJ 172: New Brunswick, Cook/Douglass Campus, Paul Robeson Boulevard, New Street, Highland Park
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn straight onto Route 18 Service Road
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Route 18 Service Road
Toward NJ 18 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left onto Paul Robeson Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Paul Robeson Boulevard
Use the left lane.
8
Turn right onto Suydam Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Suydam Street
9
Turn left onto CR 691
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Livingston Avenue
10
Turn right onto Delavan Street
68 ft
·
3 sec
·
Delavan Street
11
Arrive at destination
Delavan Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 8.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 527 / Old Bridge Turnpike
Turn right onto CR 527 / Old Bridge Turnpike
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
7
6.5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
CR 527
Take the exit onto CR 527 toward NJ 172: New Brunswick, Cook/Douglass Campus, Paul Robeson Boulevard, New Street, Highland Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 172: New Brunswick, Cook/Douglass Cam...
6
7.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
Paul Robeson Boulevard
Turn left onto Paul Robeson Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
8.2 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Delavan Street
Turn right onto Delavan Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.36 one way
$2.72 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.49 | $2.98 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.59 | $3.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.81 | $3.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.86 | $0.39 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.72 | $0.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.52 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
New Brunswick, NJ
Late night in New Brunswick on Sunday
Local time
4:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Partly Sunny
SW 5 to 15 mph
9% 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
9 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
13m 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 drive is defined by its efficiency, with 84% of your travel occurring on highway terrain. You will spend the bulk of your time on State Route 18, which accounts for a 6.2-mile stretch of the journey. The transition from the highway to local roads like Suydam Street and the Route 18 Service Road is quick and functional. Expect a fast-paced experience rather than a leisurely scenic crawl, as the route is designed for commuters navigating New Jersey’s road network. Behind the wheel, you will find the road character remains consistent and predictable, allowing for a steady, focused drive from start to finish.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.2 mi on State Route 18.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 18 and Suydam Street. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CR 527 / Old Bridge Turnpike.
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 8.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.1 miles (CR 527 / Old Bridge Turnpike): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles (CR 527): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
155 ft
11 ft
Total Climb
249 ft
Total Descent
175 ft
Highest Point
155 ft
~1.2 mi in
Elevation Range
144 ft
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 Old Bridge, NJ and New Brunswick, NJ, road signs point toward Cook/Douglass Campus and Highland Park.
Cook/Douglass Campus
6.5 mi in
|
~9m
|
via CR 527
Highland Park
6.5 mi in
|
~9m
|
via CR 527
About the Cities
Starting in Old Bridge, NJ
Full guide →Old Bridge is a town in Middlesex County, New Jersey.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 13m. Total distance: 8.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.2 miles on State Route 18. 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 0.1 miles (CR 527 / Old Bridge Turnpike): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles (CR 527): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 New Brunswick, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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