Origin
Woodbridge, NJ
Morning in Woodbridge on Sunday
Local time
10:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodbridge, NJ to New Providence, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
31m
Distance
14.3 mi
23 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodbridge, NJ
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New Providence, NJ
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Trip Overview
Woodbridge, NJ to New Providence, NJ is 14.3 miles and takes about 31m via Martine Avenue and West Lake Avenue, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, straightforward drive entirely within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Expect a local feel throughout, with frequent turns and a drive time that allows for plenty of flexibility. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a quick trip or as part of a larger journey without demanding significant time or resources.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Martine Avenue | 3.5 mi | 7m |
| West Lake Avenue | 3 mi | 7m |
| Saint Georges Avenue | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| New Providence Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Diamond Hill Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Mountain Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Amboy Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Martine Avenue
— 3.5 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbridge, NJ and New Providence, NJ.
1
Start on CR 604
61 ft
·
10 sec
·
Green Street
2
Turn left onto NJ 35
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Amboy Avenue
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on NJ 35
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Saint Georges Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left onto West Lake Avenue
3.0 mi
·
7 min
·
West Lake Avenue
5
Continue on CR 655
3.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Martine Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on CR 655
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Avenue
7
Turn left onto New Providence Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
New Providence Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Continue on CR 655
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Diamond Hill Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn right onto CR 622
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Mountain Avenue
10
Turn left onto CR 647
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Street
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto Central Avenue
63 ft
·
1 sec
·
Central Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
Central Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 14.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
NJ 35 / Amboy Avenue
Turn left onto NJ 35 / Amboy Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
3
3.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
West Lake Avenue
Turn left onto West Lake Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
10.5 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
New Providence Road
Turn left onto New Providence Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
13.5 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
CR 647 / South Street
Turn left onto CR 647 / South Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
14.3 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
Central Avenue
Turn right onto Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.37 one way
$4.74 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.60 | $5.19 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.77 | $5.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.16 | $6.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 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 | 4.3 | 0 | $1.50 | $0.69 |
| Efficient EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.25 | $0.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.7 | 0 | $2.00 | $0.92 |
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
New Providence, NJ
Morning in New Providence on Sunday
Local time
10:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°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
2 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
31m 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?
This drive is characterized by its "turn-heavy local drive" profile, with a highway share of 0%, meaning you'll be navigating surface streets the entire way. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 3.5 miles along Martine Avenue, offering a brief period of consistent travel before more turns come into play. You'll be using main roads like Martine Avenue, West Lake Avenue, and Saint Georges Avenue, so be prepared for typical local traffic patterns and traffic signals. This isn't a route for setting highway speed records; it’s about navigating neighborhood and arterial roads.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.5 mi on Martine Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 5 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NJ 35 / Amboy Avenue.
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 14.3 miles you will encounter 5 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 (NJ 35 / Amboy Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (West Lake Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 10.5 miles (New Providence Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 14.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.5 miles on Martine Avenue. 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: near the start (NJ 35 / Amboy Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (West Lake Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 10.5 miles (New Providence Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Morristown National Historical Park, Thomas Edison 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 New Providence, 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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