Origin
Woodbridge, NJ
Late night in Woodbridge on Sunday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodbridge, NJ to Union, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
23m
Distance
11.8 mi
19 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
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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Union, NJ
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Trip Overview
Embarking on a short journey from Woodbridge to Union, New Jersey, covers a mere 13.2 miles and is estimated to take around 19 minutes to complete. This drive is firmly within the Northeast region, staying entirely within NJ. Given its brevity, it's ideal as a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. Expect a modest fuel cost of about $2 for this excursion. The route offers a turn-heavy local driving experience, so be prepared for frequent adjustments rather than a straightforward cruise.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Georges Avenue | 4.7 mi | 10m |
| Garden State Parkway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Stiles Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Amboy Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Morris Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Stiles Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Harding Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Centennial Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Saint Georges Avenue
— 4.7 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbridge, NJ and Union, 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
4.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Saint Georges Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left onto CR 615
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
North Stiles Street
5
Turn right onto CR 615
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Stiles Street
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on CR 615
367 ft
·
9 sec
·
Centennial Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward GSP Toll North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto GSP
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 140
Toward US 22, NJ 82: Hillside
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto US 22
158 ft
·
3 sec
·
US 22
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward NJ 82: Morris Avenue, Kean University, Elizabeth
12
Turn slight right onto NJ 82
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Morris Avenue
13
Turn slight right
507 ft
·
44 sec
14
Turn left onto NJ 82
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Morris Avenue
15
Turn right onto Harding Avenue
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Harding Avenue
16
Turn right onto CR 630
32 ft
·
4 sec
·
Vauxhall Road
17
Turn left onto Harding Avenue
243 ft
·
10 sec
·
Harding Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
Harding Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 10.8 — 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.
6
6.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the ramp toward GSP Toll North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward GSP Toll North
5
6.9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
10.4 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward US 22, NJ 82: Hillside
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 140
Toward US 22, NJ 82: Hillside
6
10.8 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward NJ 82: Morris Avenue, Kean University, Elizabeth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 82: Morris Avenue, Kean University, E...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.96 one way
$3.91 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.14 | $4.29 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.29 | $4.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.61 | $5.21 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.21
Garden State Parkway
(3.5 mi)
$0.21
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Tolls
$0
Total
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.24 | $0.57 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.03 | $0.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.76 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Union, NJ
Late night in Union on Sunday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
1 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
23m 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 route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you won't encounter any highway stretches, with a 0% highway share. The majority of your travel will be on roads like Amboy Avenue, Saint Georges Avenue, and North Stiles Street. While the longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, the overall feel suggests a continuous series of intersections and neighborhood roads rather than open highway. You'll be navigating local traffic and signals for the entire 13.2 miles.
30% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.7 mi on Saint Georges Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NJ 35 / Amboy Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 11.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 23m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NJ 35 / Amboy Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 Woodbridge, NJ and Union, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll North, Kean University and Elizabeth.
Gsp Toll North
6.7 mi in
|
~13m
Kean University
10.8 mi in
|
~20m
Elizabeth
10.8 mi in
|
~20m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 11.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (30%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.7 miles on Saint Georges Avenue. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.21 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 Union, 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 (NJ 35 / Amboy Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Union, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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