Origin
Edison, NJ
Evening in Edison on Sunday
Local time
8:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edison, NJ to Mendham, NJ
Drive Time
46m
Distance
31.6 mi
51 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
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6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edison, NJ
Garrison Gao
Mendham, NJ
Dajana Blakcori
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Edison to Mendham, you are looking at a straightforward 31.6-mile journey. Expect to spend about 46 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-287, supplemented by stretches on Mount Airy Road and Stelton Road. With a fuel budget of just $5, it is a very economical trip within the Northeast region. Since the entire drive stays within New Jersey, you can easily complete it in a single day without any planned stops. This route is perfect for those who prioritize efficiency and a simple, direct path between these two points.
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
15.8 miles from Edison, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 65% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 20.6 miles while traveling along I-287. The personality of the road shifts from the initial local connections on Stelton Road to the more sustained pace of the interstate. As you transition toward the final miles on Mount Airy Road, the character of the drive becomes more localized. Expect a functional, no-frills experience that prioritizes reaching your destination promptly rather than offering a winding, scenic tour.
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.
I 287 is the longest continuous segment at about 20.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 287 and Mount Airy Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Central Avenue.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 31.6 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 0.1 miles (Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (CR 529 / Plainfield Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles (I 287): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Central Avenue
Turn left onto Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 529 / Plainfield Avenue
Turn left onto CR 529 / Plainfield Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
3.5 mi into trip
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~7m in
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I 287
Merge onto I 287
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
15.3 mi into trip
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~21m in
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I 287
Keep slight right at fork onto I 287 toward I 78 East: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 78 East: New York City
8
24.1 mi into trip
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~31m in
Take the exit toward CR 525 North: Mount Airy Road North, Bernardsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 26B
Toward CR 525 North: Mount Airy Road North, Ber...
Towns Along This Route
Between Edison, NJ and Mendham, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 525 North: Mount Airy Road North and Bernardsville.
Cr 525 North: Mount Airy Road North
24.1 mi in
|
~31m
Bernardsville
24.1 mi in
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~31m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 287 | 20.6 mi | 23m |
| Mount Airy Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Stelton Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Mendham Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Hilltop Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Anderson Hill Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Bernardsville Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Plainfield Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 287
— 20.6 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edison, NJ and Mendham, NJ.
1
Start on this road
175 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Continue on Reed Street
348 ft
·
20 sec
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Reed Street
3
Turn left onto Central Avenue
345 ft
·
23 sec
·
Central Avenue
4
Turn left onto CR 529
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Plainfield Avenue
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on CR 529
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Stelton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 287 North
7
Merge onto I 287
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 287
Use the none lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 287
8.7 mi
·
10 min
·
I 287
Toward I 78 East: New York City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 26B
Toward CR 525 North: Mount Airy Road North, Bernardsville
Use the right lane.
10
Turn straight onto CR 525
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Mount Airy Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on CR 525
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Mount Airy Road
12
Continue on Anderson Hill Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Anderson Hill Road
13
Continue on CR 525
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Mendham Road
14
Continue on CR 525
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Bernardsville Road
15
Continue on CR 525
140 ft
·
2 sec
·
Bernardsville Road
16
Continue on CR 525
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Hilltop Road
17
Keep slight left at fork onto CR 525
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Hilltop Road
18
Turn right onto CR 510
83 ft
·
1 sec
·
Mendham Road
19
Arrive at destination
CR 510
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 46-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, keep in mind that the majority of your travel occurs on I-287, so checking for typical congestion on that corridor is a smart move before you head out. Because the drive is so brief, you likely will not need to plan for formal rest stops or fuel breaks unless you prefer to stretch your legs. Keep that $5 fuel estimate in mind when budgeting, though your actual cost may vary based on your vehicle's efficiency. A helpful tip for this route is to pay close attention to the transition points between the interstate and the local roads like Mount Airy Road to ensure you stay on the most direct path.
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 15.8 miles from Edison, NJ, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.6 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 31.6 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.8 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mendham, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Edison, 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 Edison, NJ
This is one driving day of about 31.6 miles and 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Edison, 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 287 for about 20.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.8 mi from Edison, NJ · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.8 miles from Edison, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mendham, NJ
The final approach into Mendham, 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 Mendham, 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
$5.23 one way
$10.46 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $5.72 | $11.44 |
| premium | $4.92 | $6.12 | $12.25 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.02 | $14.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $1.52 |
| Efficient EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.42 | $2.02 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Mendham, NJ
Evening in Mendham on Sunday
Local time
8:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°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
21 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
46m 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 Mendham, NJ covers 31.6 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 287, Mount Airy Road, Stelton Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.8 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 $5.23 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 9 significant decision points across 31.6 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 0.1 miles (Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (CR 529 / Plainfield Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles (I 287): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Edison, NJ and Mendham, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 525 North: Mount Airy Road North and Bernardsville.
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