Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
42.9 mi
69 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Tenafly, NJ
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The drive from Edison, NJ to Tenafly, NJ covers 42.9 miles and takes about 1h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on New Jersey Turnpike, New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur, Teaneck Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.4 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.11 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 42.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 1h 3m highway drive covering 42.9 miles, with most of the trip on New Jersey Turnpike and New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur. The longest continuous stretch is about 17.4 miles on New Jersey Turnpike.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 42.9 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 4.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward I 95, NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 North: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Leonia, Teaneck
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Edison, NJ and Tenafly, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp, Gsp, Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York, Leonia and Teaneck.
Njtp
Gsp
Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike
Njtp North: New York
Leonia
Teaneck
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 17.4 mi | 21m |
| New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur | 12.6 mi | 16m |
| Teaneck Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| I 287 | 2 mi | 2m |
| Lincoln Highway | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| South Washington Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Riveredge Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Edison, NJ and Tenafly, NJ.
Start on this road
Continue on Reed Street
Turn left onto Central Avenue
Turn right onto CR 529
Turn left onto NJ 27
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 287
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; NJTP
Take the exit
Turn slight right
Continue on CR 56
Turn right onto CR 39
Continue on CR 49; CR 39
Turn right onto CR 70
Continue on CR 70
Continue on Jay Street
At end of road, turn left onto CR 501
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.5 mi from Edison, NJ · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 21.5 miles from Edison, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Tenafly, 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
$7.11 one way
$14.22 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.79 | $15.58 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.32 | $16.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.47 | $18.94 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.20
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$4
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 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 | 12.9 | 0 | $4.50 | $2.06 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.01 | $2.75 |
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
Morning in Edison on Thursday
Local time
11:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Morning in Tenafly on Thursday
Local time
11:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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.
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