Trip from West Cape May, NJ to Edison, NJ

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 47m

Distance

135.6 mi

218 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min

4 AM

2h 37m ★

6 AM

2h 48m

8 AM

3h 9m

10 AM

2h 55m

12 PM

2h 53m

3 PM

2h 56m

5 PM

3h 8m

8 PM

2h 41m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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West Cape May, NJ

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township in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States

Edison, NJ

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Trip Overview

This 135.6-mile drive from West Cape May, NJ, to Edison, NJ, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect the trip to take about 2 hours and 47 minutes, primarily utilizing the Garden State Parkway, NJ 18, and NJ 34. With a fuel cost estimated at $22, this route is an economical option for a one-day excursion. The drive stays within the Northeast region, offering a consistent experience as you head north through New Jersey. It's a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two points.

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

67.8 miles from West Cape May, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Garden State Parkway	97.2 mi	1h 53m
NJ 18	21.4 mi	24m
NJ 34	7 mi	9m
Lafayette Street	2.1 mi	3m
US 1	1.6 mi	2m
Plainfield Avenue	1.3 mi	3m
NJ 33	1.1 mi	1m
Sunset Boulevard	0.7 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Garden State Parkway — 97.2 mi, about 1h 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Cape May, NJ and Edison, NJ.

Start on 2nd Avenue

217 ft · 16 sec · 2nd Avenue

Turn left onto CR 607

414 ft · 14 sec · South Bayshore Drive

Turn left onto CR 606; OD

0.7 mi · 1 min · Sunset Boulevard

Continue on CR 606

0.3 mi · 31 sec · West Perry Street

Continue on CR 606

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Jackson Street

Turn left onto NJ 109

1.1 mi · 2 min · Lafayette Street

Turn right onto NJ 109; OD

265 ft · 10 sec · Sidney Avenue

Use the right lane.

At end of road, turn left onto NJ 109; OD

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Washington Street

Use the left lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto NJ 109; OD

102 ft · 2 sec · Washington Street

Use the right lane.

Turn straight onto NJ 109; OD

1.0 mi · 1 min · Lafayette Street

Turn straight onto GSP

19 mi · 22 min · Garden State Parkway

Toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway North Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 31 sec

Merge onto GSP

34 mi · 39 min · Garden State Parkway

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto GSP

44 mi · 51 min · Garden State Parkway

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Exit 98 Toward NJ 138 East, I 195 West, NJ 34: Belmar, Trenton Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 39 sec

Toward GSP North, I 195 West

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 39 sec

Toward I 195 West: Trenton Use the right lane.

Merge onto NJ 138

0.2 mi · 16 sec · NJ 138

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 36 sec

Exit 35B Toward NJ 34 North: Matawan Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto NJ 34

3.4 mi · 4 min · NJ 34

Enter roundabout onto NJ 33; NJ 34

451 ft · 6 sec · NJ 33; NJ 34

Continue on NJ 33; NJ 34

1.0 mi · 1 min · NJ 33; NJ 34

Take the exit onto NJ 34

3.6 mi · 5 min · NJ 34

Use the straight lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick

Merge onto NJ 18

21 mi · 24 min · NJ 18

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Toward US 1 North: Newark Use the left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto US 1

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 1

Continue on US 1

0.2 mi · 16 sec · US 1

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on US 1

0.2 mi · 19 sec · US 1

Use the right lane.

Continue on US 1

0.4 mi · 34 sec · US 1

Turn right

462 ft · 39 sec

At end of road, turn left onto CR 529

1.3 mi · 3 min · Plainfield Avenue

Turn left onto Central Avenue

345 ft · 17 sec · Central Avenue

Turn right onto Reed Street

523 ft · 28 sec · Reed Street

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of under 3 hours, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day. You'll want to consider leaving early to avoid potential traffic, especially as you get closer to the Edison area. While there's only one recommended stop, you can adjust your pace as needed since it's not an overly long drive. The primary roads are well-maintained, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch on the Garden State Parkway is quite substantial. A good tip is to fill up before you depart West Cape May to ensure you have ample fuel for the initial segment.

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 67.8 miles from West Cape May, NJ, or about 1h 21m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.2 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 30 miles or 37m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 67.8 miles or 1h 21m 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 Edison, NJ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving West Cape May, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 West Cape May, NJ

This is one driving day of about 135.6 miles and 2h 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from West Cape May, 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 97.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

borough in Morris County, New Jersey, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lincoln Park, NJ

68 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

Linwood, NJ

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lincoln Park, NJ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 67.8 miles from West Cape May, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Garden State Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.2 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · early in the drive

Cafe Bru

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Northfield, New Jersey

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch · 48min in 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+16092410147

Visit website

Bella Vida Garden Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

West Cape May, New Jersey

0.6 mi

Island Shore Chinese Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Marmora, New Jersey

0.8 mi

Best coffee break

Beach Plum Bakery & Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cape May, New Jersey

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: Closed

+16097708261

Visit website

Magic Brain Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cape May, New Jersey

1.1 mi

Salty Acres Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Rio Grande, New Jersey

2.4 mi

Cafe Bru

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Northfield, New Jersey

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+16092410147

Visit website

Bella Vida Garden Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

West Cape May, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–2:30 pm

+16098846332

Visit website

Island Shore Chinese Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Marmora, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+16093907320

Visit website

Carangi's Cafe & Deli

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Northfield, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+16093804937

Visit website

Bagel Time Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Cape May, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+16094087596

Visit website

Kabaret Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $100 or ab

Spotswood, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+17327230200

Visit website

Sushi Ocean View Japanese Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30

Ocean View, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+16096248886

Visit website

Fai's Chinese Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Ocean View, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–2:45 pm

+16096248000

Visit website

Beach Plum Bakery & Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Cape May, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+16097708261

Visit website

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

North Wildwood, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+16098499421

Swell Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

Early stretch 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Ocean City, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+16098142980

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Old Bridge, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

0 mi from route

Bruce Willis Service Area

0.1 mi from route

Celia Cruz Service Area

0.1 mi from route

Judy Blume Service Area

1 mi from route

The Flanders Hotel

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

Early stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Ocean City, New Jersey

+16093991000

Visit website

Sunset Beach Hotel

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

Wildwood, New Jersey

+16095223193

Visit website

gramd hotel

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Cape May, New Jersey

American star inn and suites hotel galloway

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

Early stretch 4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour

Galloway, NJ

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

Wildwood, New Jersey

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

Visit website

The Museum of Cape May County

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

First break 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Cape May Court House, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+16094653535

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 27

5 decision points cluster between mile 2.4 and 102.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

2.4 mi into trip | ~5m in | NJ 109; OD / Washington Street

At end of road, turn left onto NJ 109; OD / Washington Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

2.5 mi into trip | ~5m in | NJ 109; OD / Washington Street

Keep slight right at fork onto NJ 109; OD / Washington Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

101.1 mi into trip | ~2h in

Take the exit toward NJ 138 East, I 195 West, NJ 34: Belmar, 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 98 Toward NJ 138 East, I 195 West, NJ 34: Belmar,...

101.8 mi into trip | ~2h 2m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 195 West: Trenton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward I 195 West: Trenton

102.3 mi into trip | ~2h 3m in

Take the exit toward NJ 34 North: Matawan

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 35B Toward NJ 34 North: Matawan

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.98 one way

$47.96 round trip

$4.49/gal 25.4 MPG avg 47 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.92	$26.27	$52.53
premium	$5.24	$28.00	$55.99
diesel	$5.35	$28.56	$57.12

Estimated Tolls: $5.83

Garden State Parkway (97.2 mi) $5.83

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

$24

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 47.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	40.7	$14.24	$6.51
Efficient EV	33.9	$11.87	$5.42
EV Truck/SUV	54.2	$18.98	$8.68

Gas CO2

47 kg

EV CO2

16 kg (66% 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 Jun 1, 2026

Origin

West Cape May, NJ

Afternoon in West Cape May on Wednesday

Local time

3:09 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Mostly Clear

SW 10 to 15 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Destination

Edison, NJ

Afternoon in Edison on Wednesday

Local time

3:09 PM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Mostly Cloudy

0 mph 3% chance 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

3 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 47m 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.

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 135.6

Park Closure: Partial Reopening: Cross Estate Gardens

Caution: Passaic River Trail Bridge washed out

View on nps.gov

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...

21 mi from route ~51 min detour $10 near mile 135.6

View on nps.gov

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...

24 mi from route ~61 min detour Free near mile 121.5

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll spend a significant amount of time on the Garden State Parkway, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 97.2 miles. While the profile suggests a highway-centric experience, the inclusion of NJ 18 and NJ 34 indicates a transition to more arterial roads as you approach your destination. The overall feel is one of steady progress rather than winding scenic byways, making it ideal for covering distance efficiently.

95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 97.2 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 NJ 18. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in near NJ 109; OD / Washington Street.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 27 significant decision points across 135.6 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 2.4 miles (NJ 109; OD / Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (NJ 109; OD / Washington Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 101.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

162 ft 5 ft

Total Climb

244 ft

Total Descent

158 ft

Highest Point

162 ft

~116.2 mi in

Elevation Range

157 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between West Cape May, NJ and Edison, NJ, road signs point toward Trenton and Gsp North.

Trenton

101.1 mi in | ~2h

Gsp North

101.5 mi in | ~2h 1m

About the Cities

Starting in West Cape May, NJ

Full guide →

Founded 1884

Arriving in Edison, NJ

Full guide →

Founded 1651

Edison is a city in Middlesex, New Jersey. The city is named after Thomas Alva Edison who carried out most of his life's work, including the invention of the phonograph and the lightbulb, here. Menlo Park, where Edison's laboratories were located has a Thomas Alva Edison Memorial Tower and Museum honoring him. The town of Edison now has a large concentration of Asians, and Oak Tree Road in Edison is the place to visit if you are looking for Indian food or Indian stores.

Top landmarks

• Benjamin Shotwell House — historic house in New Jersey, United States
• Roosevelt Hospital — historic building in Edison, 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 2h 47m. Total distance: 135.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 97.2 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $5.83 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.

Yes — we found about 4 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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.

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. There are 4 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

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 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from West Cape May, NJ to Edison, NJ

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Cafe Bru

Beach Plum Bakery & Cafe

Cafe Bru

Bella Vida Garden Cafe

Island Shore Chinese Restaurant

Carangi's Cafe & Deli

Bagel Time Cafe

Kabaret Restaurant

Sushi Ocean View Japanese Restaurant

Fai's Chinese Restaurant

Beach Plum Bakery & Cafe

Magic Brain Cafe

Salty Acres Cafe

Shorebreak Cafe

agnello's cafe

Coho Cafe

Central Cafe

Swell Cafe

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Rivian Adventure Network

Electrify America Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

EVgo Charging Station

Frank Sinatra Service Area

Bruce Willis Service Area

Celia Cruz Service Area

Judy Blume Service Area

The Flanders Hotel

Sunset Beach Hotel

gramd hotel

American star inn and suites hotel galloway

Harriet Tubman Museum of New Jersey

Garrett Family Preserve at Cape Island Creek

Hereford Inlet Lighthouse

Playland's Castaway Cove

Mariners Arcade

The Museum of Cape May County

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

West Cape May, NJ

Edison, NJ

Same local time

3 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 47m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Morristown National Historical Park

Thomas Edison National Historical Park

Gateway National Recreation Area

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Elevation Profile

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in West Cape May, NJ

Arriving in Edison, NJ

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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