Origin
Asbury Park, NJ
Late night in Asbury Park on Saturday
Local time
5:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Asbury Park, NJ to Edison, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
36 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Asbury Park, NJ
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Edison, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Asbury Park to Edison, you are looking at a straightforward 36-mile trip that typically takes about 46 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is short enough to navigate without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $6 on fuel for the journey. You will primarily utilize NJ 18, Asbury Avenue, and US 1 to make the transition between these two Northeast locations. Because the drive is highly efficient, it serves as a practical connection rather than a destination-heavy road trip, allowing you to spend more time at your final stop.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 36 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 89% of your travel time spent on high-speed roads. You will find yourself settling into a steady pace for the majority of the trip, specifically during the 30.3-mile stretch on NJ 18, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the route. While local roads like Asbury Avenue handle the initial transition, the character of the drive quickly shifts to the sustained speed of the highway system. Expect a functional, direct experience behind the wheel that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding, scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 18 is the longest continuous segment at about 30.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
151 ft
1 ft
Total Climb
345 ft
Total Descent
272 ft
Highest Point
151 ft
~28.3 mi in
Elevation Range
150 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 18 and Asbury Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near NJ 66; CR 16 / Asbury 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 10 decision points packed into just 36 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (NJ 66; CR 16 / Asbury Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.3 miles (NJ 18): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
NJ 66; CR 16 / Asbury Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto NJ 66; CR 16 / Asbury Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
NJ 18
Merge onto NJ 18
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
32.6 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward US 1 North: Newark
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 1 North: Newark
4
34.5 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
CR 529 / Plainfield Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto CR 529 / Plainfield Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
35.9 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
Reed Street
Turn right onto Reed Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 18 | 30.3 mi | 34m |
| Asbury Avenue | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| US 1 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Plainfield Avenue | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Asbury Park Circle | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Reed Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Central Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 18
— 30.3 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Asbury Park, NJ and Edison, NJ.
1
Start on CR 16
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Asbury Avenue
2
Continue on NJ 35; CR 16
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Asbury Park Circle
3
Continue on CR 16
391 ft
·
6 sec
·
Asbury Park Circle
4
Keep slight right at fork onto NJ 66; CR 16
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Asbury Avenue
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
Toward NJ 18 North: Eatontown
6
Merge onto NJ 18
30 mi
·
34 min
·
NJ 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward US 1 North: Newark
Use the left / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto US 1
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1
9
Continue on US 1
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 1
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on US 1
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 1
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on US 1
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 1
12
Turn right
462 ft
·
39 sec
13
At end of road, turn left onto CR 529
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Plainfield Avenue
14
Turn left onto Central Avenue
345 ft
·
17 sec
·
Central Avenue
15
Turn right onto Reed Street
523 ft
·
28 sec
·
Reed Street
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18 mi from Asbury Park, NJ · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18 miles from Asbury Park, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Edison, NJ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Edison, NJ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.97 one way
$11.94 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.54 | $13.07 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.98 | $13.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.95 | $15.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.78 | $1.73 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.15 | $1.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Late night in Edison on Saturday
Local time
5:03 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
3 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
46m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Asbury Park, NJ to Edison, NJ covers 36 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 18, Asbury Avenue, US 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18 miles from Asbury Park, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.97 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 36 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (NJ 66; CR 16 / Asbury Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.3 miles (NJ 18): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Asbury Park, NJ to Edison, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 1 ft to 151 ft elevation with about 345 ft of total climbing.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Morristown National Historical Park, Gateway National Recreation Area and Thomas Edison National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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