Origin
Presidential Lakes Estates, NJ
Morning in Presidential Lakes Estates on Sunday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Presidential Lakes Estates, NJ to Elizabeth, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 39m
Distance
72.2 mi
116 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 32m
★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Presidential Lakes Estates, NJ
David Kanigan
Elizabeth, NJ
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 72.2-mile drive from Presidential Lakes Estates to Elizabeth, New Jersey, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 39 minutes. With a highway share of 77%, it's a highway-focused journey, making it ideal for a single-day excursion. The estimated fuel cost is around $12, and with no planned stops, you can get there efficiently. This route stays within the Northeast region, offering a consistent driving experience without needing an overnight split. It’s a practical option when you need to cover ground quickly between these two New Jersey locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.1 miles from Presidential Lakes Estates, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 44.1 mi | 51m |
| US 206 | 8.8 mi | 10m |
| Magnolia Road | 6.8 mi | 12m |
| South Pemberton Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Vincentown-Columbus Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| NJ 70 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| US 1 | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Hampton Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 44.1 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Presidential Lakes Estates, NJ and Elizabeth, NJ.
1
Start on Kentucky Trail
516 ft
·
28 sec
·
Kentucky Trail
2
Turn left onto Connecticut Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Connecticut Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto Washington Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Washington Boulevard
4
Turn right onto NJ 70
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
NJ 70
5
Enter roundabout onto CR 644
175 ft
·
2 sec
·
Magnolia Road
Toward Pemberton, Fort Dix, Mount Holly
6
Continue on CR 644
6.8 mi
·
12 min
·
Magnolia Road
Toward Pemberton, Fort Dix, Mount Holly
7
Turn left onto CR 530
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Pemberton Bypass
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on CR 530
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Hampton Street
9
Continue on CR 530
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Pemberton Road
10
Turn right onto US 206
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Vincentown-Columbus Road
11
Continue on US 206
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
US 206
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
15
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
44 mi
·
51 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
16
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
2 min
Exit 13
Toward I 278: Elizabeth, Staten Island
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn straight
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 278 West, NJ 439: Elizabeth, Linden
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
Toward NJ 439: Elizabeth
19
Continue on NJ 439
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Bayway
20
Turn right onto CR 623
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
South Broad Street
21
Turn right onto US 1; US 9
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1; US 9
22
Turn right
60 ft
·
6 sec
23
Turn right
383 ft
·
28 sec
24
Turn right
278 ft
·
22 sec
25
Turn right onto East Jersey Street
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Jersey Street
26
Turn right
34 ft
·
2 sec
27
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 39-minute duration, this trip is best tackled in one go, perhaps leaving in the morning to avoid peak traffic. With a low fuel cost of $12, you won't need frequent refueling stops, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Pay attention to the transitions off the New Jersey Turnpike onto US 206 and Magnolia Road, as these can sometimes have more local traffic. Since there are no designated stops, you have the flexibility to pull over if needed, but plan for rest breaks based on your personal comfort level.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.1 miles from Presidential Lakes Estates, NJ, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.1 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 16 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.1 miles or 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Elizabeth, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Presidential Lakes Estates, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Presidential Lakes Estates, NJ
This is one driving day of about 72.2 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Presidential Lakes Estates, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New Jersey Turnpike for about 44.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.1 miles from Presidential Lakes Estates, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 68.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
CR 644 / Magnolia Road
Enter roundabout onto CR 644 / Magnolia Road toward Pemberton, Fort Dix, Mount Holly
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Pemberton, Fort Dix, Mount Holly
6
9.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
CR 530 / Pemberton Bypass
Turn left onto CR 530 / Pemberton Bypass
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
6
23.3 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Keep slight left 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
6
23.6 mi into trip
|
~37m 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
68.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m 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
$11.97 one way
$23.94 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $13.11 | $26.22 |
| premium | $4.93 | $14.00 | $28.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.94 | $31.88 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.18
New Jersey Turnpike
(44.1 mi)
$6.18
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
$12
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.58 | $3.47 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.32 | $2.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.11 | $4.62 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Elizabeth, NJ
Morning in Elizabeth on Sunday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Partly Sunny
SW 10 mph
3% chance
Live forecast
46°F
Mansfield, NJ
36 mi in
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
44 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
1h 39m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Thomas Edison National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...
9 mi from route
~21 min detour
$10
near mile 72.2
Park Closure: Glenmont Mansion and Grounds Closed
Gateway National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...
16 mi from route
~41 min detour
Free
near mile 69.7
View on nps.gov
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Silk cloth and steam locomotives; textiles and continuous paper rolls; firearms and aircraft engines. What do these things have in common? All were manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ. In 17...
17 mi from route
~44 min detour
Free
near mile 72.2
View on nps.gov
Morristown National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...
18 mi from route
~46 min detour
Free
near mile 72.2
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with 77% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the New Jersey Turnpike, including a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 44.1 miles. While the profile is highway-focused, the inclusion of US 206 and Magnolia Road suggests some transitions off the main turnpike. This blend means you'll experience both high-speed travel and potentially slightly more varied conditions as you approach your destination.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 44.1 mi on New Jersey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and US 206. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in near CR 644 / Magnolia Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.2 miles you will encounter 19 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 2.3 miles (CR 644 / Magnolia Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.1 miles (CR 530 / Pemberton Bypass): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Presidential Lakes Estates, NJ and Elizabeth, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York City and Staten Island.
Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
22.6 mi in
|
~34m
Njtp North: New York City
23.3 mi in
|
~36m
Staten Island
68.2 mi in
|
~1h 30m
About the Cities
Arriving in Elizabeth, NJ
Full guide →Elizabeth is the fourth largest city in 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 1h 39m. Total distance: 72.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 44.1 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.18 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 Elizabeth, 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 2.3 miles (CR 644 / Magnolia Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.1 miles (CR 530 / Pemberton Bypass): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Gateway National Recreation Area and Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park (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 Elizabeth, 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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