Origin
Elizabeth, NJ
Evening in Elizabeth on Sunday
Local time
8:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elizabeth, NJ to Jackson, NJ
Drive Time
1h 42m
Distance
81.7 mi
131 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 35m
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6 AM
1h 43m
8 AM
1h 58m
10 AM
1h 48m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 49m
5 PM
1h 57m
8 PM
1h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elizabeth, NJ
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Jackson, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Elizabeth to Jackson, New Jersey, expect a straightforward journey covering 81.7 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 42 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budget approximately $14 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Northeast locations. Because the route is primarily highway-focused, it is designed for efficiency rather than leisure. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick getaway, the trip is manageable and predictable for any driver.
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
40.8 miles from Elizabeth, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed experience, as 93% of this 81.7-mile journey takes place on highways. You will spend the bulk of your time on the New Jersey Turnpike, which accounts for a 64-mile stretch of uninterrupted driving. Following this major artery, you will transition onto NJ 73 and eventually Jackson Road to reach your final destination. While the initial portion of the trip is a standard interstate grind, the shift to local roads toward the end provides a change of pace. It is a functional, no-frills drive that prioritizes getting you from point A to point B as quickly as possible.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New Jersey Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 64 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and NJ 73. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 1; US 9.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 81.7 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 0.2 miles (US 1; US 9): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (Brunswick Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 1; US 9
Turn right onto US 1; US 9
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
2.2 mi into trip
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~4m in
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Brunswick Avenue
Turn right onto Brunswick Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
9
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
8
50.4 mi into trip
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~1h in
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NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
8
67.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 73 South: Marlton, Atlantic City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 73 South: Marlton, Atlantic City
Towns Along This Route
Between Elizabeth, NJ and Jackson, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Camden, Wilmington, Camden and Atlantic City.
Njtp South: Camden
50.4 mi in
|
~1h
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via NJTP
Wilmington
50.4 mi in
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~1h
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via NJTP
Camden
67.2 mi in
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~1h 19m
Atlantic City
67.7 mi in
|
~1h 20m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 64 mi | 1h 13m |
| NJ 73 | 10.9 mi | 15m |
| Jackson Road | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| US 1 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Bayway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Jersey Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Brunswick Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 64 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabeth, NJ and Jackson, NJ.
1
Start on this road
34 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto East Jersey Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Jersey Street
3
Turn right onto US 1; US 9
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the none lane.
4
Enter roundabout onto NJ 439
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Bayway
5
Continue on NJ 439
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bayway
6
Turn right onto Brunswick Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Brunswick Avenue
Use the right lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: NJ Turnpike
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
47 mi
·
54 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP
17 mi
·
19 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 4
Toward NJ 73: Mount Laurel, Camden
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward NJ 73 South: Marlton, Atlantic City
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto NJ 73
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
NJ 73
Use the left / none lanes.
15
Continue on NJ 73
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
NJ 73
Use the left / slight left / straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on NJ 73
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 73
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on NJ 73
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 73
Use the straight lane.
18
Take the exit
481 ft
·
18 sec
19
Turn left onto CR 534
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Jackson Road
Use the left lane.
20
Arrive at destination
CR 534
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Because the drive consists of zero planned stops and relies heavily on the New Jersey Turnpike, try to avoid peak rush hours to ensure you maintain that 1 hour and 42-minute travel time. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the Turnpike, as you will be on that stretch for 64 miles without easy opportunities to pull off. Since the total fuel cost is estimated at $14, keeping your tank topped off before you leave Elizabeth ensures a stress-free trip. Use this transit time to prepare for your arrival in Jackson, as the direct nature of the route leaves little room for detours.
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 40.8 miles from Elizabeth, NJ, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.8 miles or 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jackson, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Elizabeth, 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 Elizabeth, NJ
This is one driving day of about 81.7 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Elizabeth, 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 New Jersey Turnpike for about 64 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.8 mi from Elizabeth, NJ · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.8 miles from Elizabeth, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New Jersey Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64 miles.
Arriving in Jackson, NJ
The final approach into Jackson, 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 Jackson, 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
$13.52 one way
$27.04 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $14.79 | $29.59 |
| premium | $4.92 | $15.83 | $31.66 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.15 | $36.30 |
Estimated Tolls: $8.97
New Jersey Turnpike
(64 mi)
$8.97
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Tolls
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.58 | $3.92 |
| Efficient EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.15 | $3.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.7 | 0 | $11.44 | $5.23 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Jackson, NJ
Evening in Jackson on Sunday
Local time
8:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
3 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 42m 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 Elizabeth, NJ to Jackson, NJ covers 81.7 miles and takes about 1h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 73, Jackson 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 40.8 miles from Elizabeth, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.52 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 14 significant decision points across 81.7 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 0.2 miles (US 1; US 9): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (Brunswick Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Elizabeth, NJ and Jackson, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Camden, Wilmington, Camden and Atlantic City.
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