Origin
Edison, NJ
Night in Edison on Sunday
Local time
10:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edison, NJ to Montville, NJ
Drive Time
56m
Distance
44.1 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
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6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edison, NJ
Garrison Gao
Montville, NJ
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Edison to Montville, you are looking at a straightforward 44.1-mile drive that typically takes about 56 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a one-day excursion, as it is short enough to complete without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-287, Stelton Road, and Plainfield Avenue to reach your destination within the same Northeast region of New Jersey. Budgeting roughly $7 for fuel will cover your transit costs easily. Because this is a high-efficiency trip, you can comfortably manage the distance in under an hour, leaving you plenty of flexibility for whatever activities you have planned once you arrive.
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
22.1 miles from Edison, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused journey, as 89% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on major roads. The core of this trip is a 39.3-mile stretch on I-287, which serves as the primary artery connecting the two towns. While the local segments on Stelton Road and Plainfield Avenue provide the necessary transitions, the majority of your experience will be defined by the steady pace of the interstate. You will find that the road maintains a consistent, functional character throughout the drive. It is a practical, no-nonsense commute that gets you from point A to point B with minimal deviation.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 39.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 287 and Stelton Road. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Central Avenue.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.1 miles you will encounter 8 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 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 8 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
42.8 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward Wootton Street, Boonton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 45
Toward Wootton Street, Boonton
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 287 | 39.3 mi | 46m |
| Stelton Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Plainfield Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Myrtle Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Park Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Reed Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Central Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 287
— 39.3 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edison, NJ and Montville, 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
·
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
27 mi
·
33 min
·
I 287
Toward I 78 East: New York City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 45
Toward Wootton Street, Boonton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on Park Avenue
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Park Avenue
11
Turn left onto Wootton Street
287 ft
·
11 sec
·
Wootton Street
12
Turn right onto US 202
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Myrtle Avenue
13
Continue on US 202
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Main Road
14
Arrive at destination
US 202
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 56-minute drive with no mandatory stops required, you have the advantage of total flexibility in your departure time. However, keep in mind that the heavy reliance on I-287 means you should check local traffic reports before heading out, as congestion can fluctuate on this major corridor. You won't need to worry about extensive refueling stops given the modest $7 fuel cost, so filling up at your convenience is perfectly fine. Focus on maintaining a steady speed during your 39.3-mile stretch on the interstate to ensure a smooth arrival. Use the shorter local segments at the start of your journey to get comfortable before merging onto the main highway.
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 22.1 miles from Edison, NJ, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.3 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 44.1 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.1 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montville, 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 44.1 miles and 56m.
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 39.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.1 mi from Edison, NJ · 29m 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 44.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.1 miles from Edison, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Montville, NJ
The final approach into Montville, 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 Montville, 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
$7.30 one way
$14.59 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $7.98 | $15.97 |
| premium | $4.92 | $8.55 | $17.09 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.80 | $19.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
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
Montville, NJ
Night in Montville on Sunday
Local time
10:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
56m 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 Montville, NJ covers 44.1 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 287, Stelton Road, Plainfield 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 22.1 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 $7.30 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.1 miles you will encounter 8 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 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.
The route from Edison, NJ to Montville, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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