Origin
Roselle, NJ
Morning in Roselle on Sunday
Local time
8:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Roselle, NJ to Edison, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
28m
Distance
15.6 mi
25 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Roselle, NJ
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Edison, NJ
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Trip Overview
This short 15.6-mile drive from Roselle, NJ to Edison, NJ takes approximately 28 minutes and is perfect for a quick day trip. With 72% of the route on highways, you'll experience a focused drive, primarily utilizing US 1 and the Garden State Parkway, with a segment on Raritan Road. The estimated fuel cost is around $3, making it an economical journey. Since it's a brief trip within the Northeast region and within New Jersey, no overnight stays are necessary. This route is ideal for those looking for an efficient commute or a straightforward transition between two nearby New Jersey locales.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 1 | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Garden State Parkway | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| Raritan Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Garden State Parkway Southbound | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Plainfield Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| W. 9th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East 8th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West 9th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 1
— 5.1 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roselle, NJ and Edison, NJ.
1
Start on Walnut Street
161 ft
·
9 sec
·
Walnut Street
2
Turn right onto East 8th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
East 8th Avenue
3
Turn left onto CR 625
459 ft
·
14 sec
·
Chestnut Street
4
Turn right onto CR 619
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
West 9th Avenue
5
Continue on W. 9th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
W. 9th Avenue
6
Turn left onto Pine Street
491 ft
·
21 sec
·
Pine Street
7
Continue on Raritan Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Raritan Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward GSP Toll South
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto GSP
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on Garden State Parkway
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Garden State Parkway Southbound
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 130B-A
Toward US 1: Newark, Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 130B
Toward US 1 South: Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto US 1
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 1
14
Continue on US 1
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US 1
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on US 1
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
US 1
16
Take the exit
208 ft
·
3 sec
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn straight onto Fulton Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Fulton Street
18
Turn right onto CR 529
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Plainfield Avenue
19
Turn left onto Central Avenue
345 ft
·
17 sec
·
Central Avenue
20
Turn right onto Reed Street
523 ft
·
28 sec
·
Reed Street
21
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 8.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East 8th Avenue
Turn right onto East 8th Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 625 / Chestnut Street
Turn left onto CR 625 / Chestnut Street
Navigation decision point
6
2.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward GSP Toll South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward GSP Toll South
8
8.6 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward US 1: Newark, 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 130B-A
Toward US 1: Newark, Trenton
9
8.8 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 1 South: Trenton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 130B
Toward US 1 South: Trenton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.59 one way
$5.17 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.83 | $5.67 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.03 | $6.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.44 | $6.89 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.38
Garden State Parkway
(6.2 mi)
$0.38
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Tolls
$0
Total
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.64 | $0.75 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.37 | $0.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.18 | $1.00 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Edison, NJ
Morning in Edison on Sunday
Local time
8:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
10 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
28m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience on this journey, with 72% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter stretches on US 1, the Garden State Parkway, and Raritan Road, offering a consistent pace for much of the trip. The longest uninterrupted segment is 5.1 miles along US 1, allowing for a substantial period of steady driving. While largely highway-oriented, the transition between these main roads should provide a varied driving feel without significant slowdowns.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5.1 mi on US 1.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 1 and Garden State Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 8th Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 15.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 28m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 8th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (CR 625 / Chestnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
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 Roselle, NJ and Edison, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll South and Trenton.
Gsp Toll South
2.2 mi in
|
~6m
Trenton
8.6 mi in
|
~15m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 28m. Total distance: 15.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5.1 miles on US 1. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.38 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 Edison, 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: near the start (East 8th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (CR 625 / Chestnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles: 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 Edison, 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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