Origin
Edison, NJ
Evening in Edison on Friday
Local time
5:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edison, NJ to Hillsdale, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
43.8 mi
70 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
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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Hillsdale, NJ
Thomas Parker
Trip Overview
The drive from Edison, NJ to Hillsdale, NJ covers 43.8 miles and takes about 1h 7m 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, Lincoln Highway, Middlesex Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 35 miles on Garden State Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.26 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 43.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 7m highway drive covering 43.8 miles, with most of the trip on Garden State Parkway and Lincoln Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 35 miles on Garden State Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 35 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and Lincoln Highway. 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.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 43.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 41.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
CR 669 / Middlesex Avenue
Turn right onto CR 669 / Middlesex Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
6.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
41.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward CR 502: Washington, Westwood
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 168
Toward CR 502: Washington, Westwood
9
41.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CR 502 East: Washington, Westwood
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward CR 502 East: Washington, Westwood
6
42.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
CR 63 / Pascack Road
Turn left onto CR 63 / Pascack Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Edison, NJ to Hillsdale, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Gsp Toll North along the way.
Gsp Toll North
6.3 mi in
|
~14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 35 mi | 47m |
| Lincoln Highway | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| Middlesex Avenue | 2 mi | 4m |
| Hillsdale Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Pascack Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Plainfield Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 35 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edison, NJ and Hillsdale, NJ.
1
Start on this road
175 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Continue on Reed Street
348 ft
·
20 sec
·
Reed Street
3
Turn left onto Central Avenue
345 ft
·
18 sec
·
Central Avenue
4
Turn right onto CR 529
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Plainfield Avenue
5
Turn left onto NJ 27
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Lincoln Highway
6
Turn left onto CR 669
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Bridge Street
7
Turn right onto CR 669
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Middlesex Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on NJ 27
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Lincoln Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the ramp
467 ft
·
11 sec
Toward GSP Toll North
10
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
this road
11
Merge onto GSP
35 mi
·
47 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 168
Toward CR 502: Washington, Westwood
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
160 ft
·
5 sec
Toward CR 502 East: Washington, Westwood
Use the right lane.
14
Turn straight onto CR 502
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Avenue
15
Turn left onto CR 63
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Pascack Road
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto CR 112
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Hillsdale Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
CR 112
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.9 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.9 miles from Edison, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hillsdale, NJ
The final approach into Hillsdale, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.26 one way
$14.52 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.95 | $15.91 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.49 | $16.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.67 | $19.34 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.10
Garden State Parkway
(35 mi)
$2.10
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$2
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.3 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 | 13.1 | 0 | $4.60 | $2.10 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.83 | $1.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Hillsdale, NJ
Evening in Hillsdale on Friday
Local time
5:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
2 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 7m 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 Edison, NJ to Hillsdale, NJ covers 43.8 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, Lincoln Highway, Middlesex Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.9 miles from Edison, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.26 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 43.8 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 41.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Edison, NJ to Hillsdale, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Gsp Toll North along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park and Morristown National Historical Park. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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