Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
43.2 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edison, NJ
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Bloomingdale, NJ
Phil Evenden
The drive from Edison, NJ to Bloomingdale, NJ covers 43.2 miles and takes about 1h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Garden State Parkway, NJ 23, US 46 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21.9 miles on Garden State Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.16 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 43.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 1h 4m highway drive covering 43.2 miles, with most of the trip on Garden State Parkway and NJ 23. The longest continuous stretch is about 21.9 miles on Garden State Parkway.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and NJ 23. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in near CR 669 / Middlesex Avenue.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 43.2 miles you will encounter 14 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 2.8 miles (CR 669 / Middlesex Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.7 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto CR 669 / Middlesex Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward NJ 3 West: Wayne
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto NJ 3 / State Route 3
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto CR 694 / Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike
Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Edison, NJ and Bloomingdale, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll North, Butler and Cr 511 Alt.
Gsp Toll North
Butler
Cr 511 Alt
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 21.9 mi | 30m |
| NJ 23 | 6.9 mi | 8m |
| US 46 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Lincoln Highway | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| Middlesex Avenue | 2 mi | 4m |
| CR 511 ALT | 1 mi | 1m |
| Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike | 1 mi | 1m |
| State Route 3 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Edison, NJ and Bloomingdale, NJ.
Start on this road
Continue on Reed Street
Turn left onto Central Avenue
Turn right onto CR 529
Turn left onto NJ 27
Turn left onto CR 669
Turn right onto CR 669
Continue on NJ 27
Take the ramp
Continue on this road
Merge onto GSP
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ 3
Merge onto US 46
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ 23
Continue on NJ 23
Take the exit onto CR 511 ALT
At end of road, turn left onto CR 694
Continue on CR 694
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.6 mi from Edison, NJ · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 21.6 miles from Edison, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Bloomingdale, NJ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$7.16 one way
$14.32 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.84 | $15.69 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.38 | $16.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.54 | $19.08 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.38
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$1
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13 | 0 | $4.54 | $2.07 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.78 | $1.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Edison on Friday
Local time
5:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Scattered Rain Showers
Destination
Evening in Bloomingdale on Friday
Local time
5:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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