Origin
Bayonne, NJ
Night in Bayonne on Sunday
Local time
9:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bayonne, NJ to Maple Shade, NJ
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
66.5 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
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6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bayonne, NJ
Malcolm Garret
Maple Shade, NJ
Dawn Lio
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Bayonne to Maple Shade, expect a straightforward 66.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 27 minutes. This route is designed for efficiency, relying heavily on major arteries like the Garden State Parkway, West Shore Expressway, and the Outerbridge Crossing. Because it is a compact drive within the Northeast region, you can easily complete it as a single-day excursion without needing an overnight stay. Budget approximately $11 for fuel to cover the distance. It is an ideal option if you prioritize getting to your destination quickly rather than taking a scenic detour.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
33.3 miles from Bayonne, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed, highway-focused experience, as 91% of this route is comprised of major roads. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating fast-paced interstates, including a significant 45.6-mile stretch on the Garden State Parkway. This is a practical, no-nonsense drive that favors utility over winding backroads or leisurely pace. You should be prepared for a consistent flow of traffic as you transition across these primary transit corridors. Behind the wheel, the experience is defined by steady highway cruising rather than technical maneuvering.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Garden State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 45.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and West Shore Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.2 miles in near NY 440 / West Shore Expressway.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 66.5 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 6.2 miles (NY 440 / West Shore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
6.2 mi into trip
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~9m in
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NY 440 / West Shore Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 440 / West Shore Expressway toward NY 440 South: Outerbridge Crossing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward NY 440 South: Outerbridge Crossing
7
18.5 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward US 9 South, GSP South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 9 South, GSP South
8
18.7 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Keep slight right at fork toward GSP South: Garden State Parkway South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward GSP South: Garden State Parkway South
8
64.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward NJ 37 East: Seaside Heights, Island Beach State Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 82
Toward NJ 37 East: Seaside Heights, Island Beac...
7
65.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward NJ 166 North: Lakewood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward NJ 166 North: Lakewood
Towns Along This Route
Between Bayonne, NJ and Maple Shade, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp South and Gsp South: Garden State Parkway South.
Gsp South
18.5 mi in
|
~28m
Gsp South: Garden State Parkway South
18.7 mi in
|
~29m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 45.6 mi | 53m |
| West Shore Expressway | 8.4 mi | 12m |
| Outerbridge Crossing | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| NJ 440 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Lakewood Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Route 37 West | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East 30th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 45.6 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bayonne, NJ and Maple Shade, NJ.
1
Start on Broadway
205 ft
·
9 sec
·
Broadway
2
Turn right onto East 30th Street
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
East 30th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn slight right onto NJ 440
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 440
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on NY 440
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
Use the none lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 440
8.4 mi
·
12 min
·
West Shore Expressway
Exit 5
Toward NY 440 South: Outerbridge Crossing
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on NY 440
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Outerbridge Crossing
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward US 9 South, GSP South
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward GSP South: Garden State Parkway South
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto GSP
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto GSP
43 mi
·
50 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 82
Toward NJ 37 East: Seaside Heights, Island Beach State Park
Use the right lane.
13
Merge onto NJ 37
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Route 37 West
14
Continue on NJ 37
116 ft
·
4 sec
·
Route 37 East
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
Toward NJ 166 North: Lakewood
Use the right lane.
16
Continue on NJ 166
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Lakewood Road
17
Turn right onto Suburban Drive
353 ft
·
17 sec
·
Suburban Drive
18
Turn left onto Rivercrest Drive
364 ft
·
12 sec
·
Rivercrest Drive
19
Arrive at destination
Rivercrest Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak commuting hours is always wise to keep your drive closer to the 1 hour and 27 minute estimate. Given the lack of required stops, you can easily tackle the entire 66.5-mile distance in one go. Keep your $11 fuel budget in mind before you head out, and ensure your vehicle is ready for a continuous highway run. A helpful tip is to check traffic reports specifically for the Outerbridge Crossing before departing, as this critical junction can influence your total travel time significantly.
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 33.3 miles from Bayonne, NJ, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.6 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 66.5 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.3 miles or 46m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maple Shade, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bayonne, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Bayonne, NJ
This is one driving day of about 66.5 miles and 1h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bayonne, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Garden State Parkway for about 45.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.3 mi from Bayonne, NJ · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 66.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.3 miles from Bayonne, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Maple Shade, NJ
The final approach into Maple Shade, NJ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Maple Shade, NJ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.00 one way
$22.01 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $12.04 | $24.08 |
| premium | $4.92 | $12.89 | $25.77 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.77 | $29.55 |
Estimated Tolls: $18.74
Outerbridge Crossing
$16.00
Garden State Parkway
(45.6 mi)
$2.74
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
$11
Tolls
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $6.98 | $3.19 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.82 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.31 | $4.26 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Maple Shade, NJ
Night in Maple Shade on Sunday
Local time
9:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
6 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 27m 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 Bayonne, NJ to Maple Shade, NJ covers 66.5 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, West Shore Expressway, Outerbridge Crossing. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.3 miles from Bayonne, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.00 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 demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 66.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.2 miles (NY 440 / West Shore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Bayonne, NJ and Maple Shade, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp South and Gsp South: Garden State Parkway South.
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