Origin
Woodbury Heights, NJ
Morning in Woodbury Heights on Tuesday
Local time
6:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodbury Heights, NJ to Woodbridge, NJ
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 37m
Distance
74.8 mi
120 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodbury Heights, NJ
Ollie Craig
Woodbridge, NJ
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Trip Overview
Woodbury Heights, NJ to Woodbridge, NJ is 74.8 miles and takes about 1h 37m via New Jersey Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, connecting two points in New Jersey. Given its relatively short distance and highway-heavy profile, this is a straightforward drive. You'll likely find it a practical option for moving between these areas or for a day trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.4 miles from Woodbury Heights, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 53.1 mi | 1h 1m |
| I 295 | 11.7 mi | 14m |
| Main Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| South Broad Street | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| Broadway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Woodbury-Glassboro Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| South Barber Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Woodbridge Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 53.1 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury Heights, NJ and Woodbridge, NJ.
1
Start on 4th Street
180 ft
·
9 sec
·
4th Street
2
Turn right onto Elm Avenue
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Elm Avenue
3
At end of road, turn left onto CR 553
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Woodbury-Glassboro Road
4
Enter roundabout onto CR 650
275 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Evergreen Avenue
5
Continue on CR 650
443 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Evergreen Avenue
6
Turn right onto CR 649
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Barber Avenue
7
Turn right onto NJ 45; CR 551
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Broad Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto Edith Avenue
236 ft
·
9 sec
·
Edith Avenue
9
Turn left onto Washington Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Washington Avenue
10
Continue on CR 551
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Broadway
11
At end of road, turn left onto CR 551
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Broadway
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 295 North: Walt Whitman Bridge
13
Merge onto I 295
12 mi
·
14 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 36A
Toward NJ 73 South: Berlin
Use the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto NJ 73
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
NJ 73
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJTP North: New York
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Merge onto NJTP
15 mi
·
16 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
19
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP
39 mi
·
44 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 10
Toward I 287 North, NJ 440 North: Metuchen, Perth Amboy
Use the slight right lane.
21
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
this road
Exit 10
Toward I 287, NJ 440: Metuchen, Perth Amboy
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 287 North, CR 514 East, NJ 440 North: Metuchen, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy, Outerbridge Crossing
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward Woodbridge
Use the slight left lane.
24
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward CR 514 East: Woodbridge
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Turn slight right onto CR 514
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodbridge Avenue
Use the straight lane.
26
Continue on CR 514
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
27
Turn left onto NJ 35
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Amboy Avenue
Use the left lane.
28
Turn left onto CR 604
61 ft
·
2 sec
·
Green Street
29
Arrive at destination
CR 604
Trip Plan
For this 1h 37m drive, leaving mid-morning on a weekday can help you avoid the worst of rush hour traffic. The route is short enough that you won't need to plan for extensive stops, but you might consider a quick break around the halfway mark if needed. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, it's a budget-friendly trip. Keep an eye on your GPS for the transition from the New Jersey Turnpike onto surface roads like Main Street as you approach Woodbridge.
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 37.4 miles from Woodbury Heights, NJ, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.1 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 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.4 miles or 49m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodbridge, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Woodbury Heights, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Woodbury Heights, NJ
This is one driving day of about 74.8 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Woodbury Heights, 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 53.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 37.4 miles from Woodbury Heights, 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 235 decision points cluster between mile 15.6 and 71.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
15.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward NJ 73 South: Berlin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 36A
Toward NJ 73 South: Berlin
7
16.7 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJTP North: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward NJTP North: New York
8
70.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward I 287 North, NJ 440 North: Metuchen, Perth Amboy
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 10
Toward I 287 North, NJ 440 North: Metuchen, Per...
9
70.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 287 North, CR 514 East, NJ 440 North: Metuchen, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy, Outerbridge Crossing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 287 North, CR 514 East, NJ 440 North:...
8
71.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Woodbridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Woodbridge
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.40 one way
$24.80 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $13.58 | $27.16 |
| premium | $4.93 | $14.51 | $29.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.51 | $33.03 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.44
New Jersey Turnpike
(53.1 mi)
$7.44
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
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.85 | $3.59 |
| Efficient EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.54 | $2.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.9 | 0 | $10.47 | $4.79 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Woodbridge, NJ
Morning in Woodbridge on Tuesday
Local time
6:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
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
4 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
1h 37m 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 predominantly highway driving, with 87% of the 74.8 miles on high-speed roads like the New Jersey Turnpike and I-295. You'll experience a long continuous stretch of 53.1 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike. Expect to encounter numerous exits and entrances along the main highways, typical of a heavily trafficked corridor in the Northeast.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.1 mi on New Jersey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and I 295. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.8 miles you will encounter 23 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 15.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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 Woodbury Heights, NJ and Woodbridge, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York, Perth Amboy, Cr 514 East and Outerbridge Crossing.
Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike
16.2 mi in
|
~24m
Njtp North: New York
16.7 mi in
|
~25m
Perth Amboy
70.3 mi in
|
~1h 27m
Cr 514 East
70.8 mi in
|
~1h 28m
Outerbridge Crossing
70.8 mi in
|
~1h 28m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 74.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53.1 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.44 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 Woodbridge, 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 15.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Woodbridge, 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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