Origin
Edison, NJ
Evening in Edison on Friday
Local time
8:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edison, NJ to Lawrence, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
37m
Distance
24.5 mi
39 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
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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Lawrence, NJ
James Kampeis
Trip Overview
Connecting Edison to Lawrence, this 24.5-mile journey is a quick, straightforward trip through the Northeast region of New Jersey. Expect to spend about 37 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion that requires no overnight stops. With a fuel budget of approximately $4, the route is highly economical for solo travelers or small groups. You will primarily utilize US 1 to bridge the gap between these two hubs, benefiting from a direct path that minimizes complex navigation. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a day trip, the drive is designed for efficiency rather than leisure. It is a practical choice for those who value speed and predictability over scenic detours.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 24.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 83% of your travel occurring on major roads. You will spend the bulk of your time on US 1, which accounts for a substantial 20.4-mile stretch of the journey. As you transition from the highway onto Quaker Bridge Road and Plainfield Avenue, the driving environment shifts from high-speed transit to local road conditions. Because this is primarily a highway-focused drive, you should prepare for a consistent, steady pace throughout the majority of the trip. The transition between these road types is the only major change in the driving rhythm you will encounter before reaching your destination.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Reed Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
224 ft
62 ft
Total Climb
214 ft
Total Descent
243 ft
Highest Point
224 ft
~12.2 mi in
Elevation Range
162 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Edison, NJ to Lawrence, NJ is easy. At 37m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Edison, NJ to Lawrence, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Reed Street | — | — |
| Central Avenue | — | — |
| Plainfield Avenue | — | — |
| CR 533 South | — | — |
| Quaker Bridge Road | — | — |
| Lawrence Station Road | — | — |
| Fountayne Boulevard | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Reed Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edison, NJ and Lawrence, NJ.
1
Start on the route
174 ft
·
13 sec
·
the route
2
Continue on Reed Street
348 ft
·
20 sec
·
Reed Street
3
Turn left onto Central Avenue
344 ft
·
18 sec
·
Central Avenue
4
Turn right onto Plainfield Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Plainfield Avenue
5
Turn right
4.4 mi
·
6 min
6
Continue straight
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
7
Keep slight left
276 ft
·
4 sec
8
Keep slight left
387 ft
·
6 sec
9
Keep slight left
3.6 mi
·
5 min
10
Continue straight
12 mi
·
17 min
11
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
12
Keep slight left
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
13
Keep slight left
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
14
Keep slight right to continue on CR 533 South: Quaker Bridge Road
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
CR 533 South: Quaker Bridge Road
15
Turn slight right onto Quaker Bridge Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Quaker Bridge Road
16
Turn right onto Lawrence Station Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lawrence Station Road
17
Turn right onto Fountayne Boulevard
144 ft
·
10 sec
·
Fountayne Boulevard
18
Continue on Fountayne Boulevard
118 ft
·
11 sec
·
Fountayne Boulevard
19
Arrive at your destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.06 one way
$8.12 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.45 | $8.90 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.41 | $10.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.57 | $1.18 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Lawrence, NJ
Evening in Lawrence on Friday
Local time
8:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Patchy Frost then Sunny
E 5 to 10 mph
2% chance
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
7 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
37m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Edison, NJ to Lawrence, NJ covers 24.5 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Reed Street, Central Avenue, Plainfield Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.2 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 $4.06 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.
The drive from Edison, NJ to Lawrence, NJ is easy. At 37m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Edison, NJ to Lawrence, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Edison, NJ to Lawrence, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 62 ft to 224 ft elevation with about 214 ft of total climbing.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Morristown National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area.
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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