Origin
Burlington, NJ
Evening in Burlington on Tuesday
Local time
8:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burlington, NJ to Union, NJ
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
62.1 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
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6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
This 62.1-mile drive from Burlington, NJ to Union, NJ is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 21 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-95 and the Garden State Parkway, this route is heavily highway-focused, with 86% of the journey on high-speed roads. Given its short duration, this trip is ideal as a day trip, offering flexibility for when you depart and how you spend your time. With an estimated fuel cost of around $10, it's an economical option for getting between these two points in the Northeast region. You won't need to worry about overnight stays for this particular journey.
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
31 miles from Burlington, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-centric experience on this 62.1-mile route, with 86% of the drive taking place on major interstates like I-95 and the Garden State Parkway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 39.8 miles on I-95, offering a sustained period of faster travel. While the route is efficient, it's largely a functional drive connecting two points rather than a scenic exploration. The character of the road remains consistent for the majority of the trip, emphasizing forward progress over winding byways or varied landscapes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 39.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Garden State Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 62.1 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 5.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.5 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
5.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City, Camden
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City, C...
6
8.5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
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I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
48.3 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge
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 11
Toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbri...
7
48.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Keep slight right at fork toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway
8
60.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Burlington, NJ and Union, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York City, Camden, Gsp and Woodbridge.
Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
4.9 mi in
|
~8m
Njtp North: New York City
5.2 mi in
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~9m
Camden
5.2 mi in
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~9m
Gsp
48.3 mi in
|
~1h
Woodbridge
48.3 mi in
|
~1h
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 39.8 mi | 45m |
| Garden State Parkway | 11.2 mi | 15m |
| Burlington Pike | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| New Jersey Turnpike Pennsylvania Extension | 2.6 mi | 2m |
| Morris Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Harding Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| US 22 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Vauxhall Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 39.8 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burlington, NJ and Union, NJ.
1
Start on US 130; CR 543
107 ft
·
4 sec
·
Burlington Pike
2
Take the exit
474 ft
·
20 sec
3
Turn left
47 ft
·
6 sec
4
Turn left
84 ft
·
7 sec
5
Turn slight right onto US 130; CR 543
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Burlington Pike
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City, Camden
8
Merge onto I 95
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike Pennsylvania Extension
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
40 mi
·
45 min
·
I 95
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 11
Toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto GSP
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 140
Toward US 22, NJ 82: Hillside
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto US 22
158 ft
·
3 sec
·
US 22
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward NJ 82: Morris Avenue, Kean University, Elizabeth
16
Turn slight right onto NJ 82
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Morris Avenue
17
Turn slight right
507 ft
·
44 sec
18
Turn left onto NJ 82
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Morris Avenue
19
Turn right onto Harding Avenue
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Harding Avenue
20
Turn right onto CR 630
32 ft
·
4 sec
·
Vauxhall Road
21
Turn left onto Harding Avenue
243 ft
·
10 sec
·
Harding Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
Harding Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this drive is just over an hour, you have the advantage of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving outside of peak rush hours will make the 62.1-mile journey even smoother. The route is predominantly highway, so keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the 39.8-mile stretch on I-95, as services can be further apart on these main arteries. With a low estimated fuel cost of $10, refueling is unlikely to be a major concern. No specific stops are recommended, so you can choose to make this a direct trip or pull over as needed.
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 31 miles from Burlington, NJ, or about 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.8 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 62.1 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31 miles or 40m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Burlington, 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 Burlington, NJ
This is one driving day of about 62.1 miles and 1h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Burlington, 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 I 95 for about 39.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31 mi from Burlington, NJ · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 62.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31 miles from Burlington, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Union, NJ
The final approach into Union, 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 Union, 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
$10.30 one way
$20.59 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.28 | $22.55 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.04 | $24.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.71 | $27.42 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.04
Garden State Parkway
(11.2 mi)
$0.67
New Jersey Turnpike
(2.6 mi)
$0.37
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
$10
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.52 | $2.98 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.69 | $3.97 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Evening in Union on Tuesday
Local time
8:51 PM
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
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
1h 21m 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 Burlington, NJ to Union, NJ covers 62.1 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Garden State Parkway, Burlington Pike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31 miles from Burlington, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.30 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 17 significant decision points across 62.1 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 5.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.5 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Burlington, NJ and Union, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York City, Camden, Gsp and Woodbridge.
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