Origin
Elizabeth, NJ
Afternoon in Elizabeth on Friday
Local time
1:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
71.1 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Kingston Estates, NJ
Brent Singleton
This 71.1-mile drive from Elizabeth, NJ to Kingston Estates, NJ is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 27 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, it's an economical choice for a single-day excursion. The route primarily utilizes the New Jersey Turnpike and US 1, making it a convenient option for those looking to stay on well-traveled roads. Since it's a relatively short journey with no designated stops, you'll have plenty of flexibility in your timing. This drive remains within the Northeast region, offering a consistent travel experience without significant regional shifts.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 71.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with 92% of the drive taking place on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 64 miles along the New Jersey Turnpike, meaning long periods of consistent driving. While the profile is highway-focused, you will transition to Church Road and US 1, which may offer a slight change in pace. Overall, it's designed for efficient travel rather than scenic exploration, prioritizing getting you to your destination quickly.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and Church Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in near Brunswick Avenue.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.1 miles you will encounter 17 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 2.2 miles (Brunswick Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Brunswick Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: NJ Turnpike
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 73 North: Camden
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Elizabeth, NJ and Kingston Estates, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Camden, Wilmington and Camden.
Njtp South: Camden
Wilmington
Camden
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 64 mi | 1h 13m |
| Church Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| US 1 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Bayway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Kings Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Chapel Avenue East | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Fellowship Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Jersey Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabeth, NJ and Kingston Estates, NJ.
Start on this road
Turn left onto East Jersey Street
Turn right onto US 1; US 9
Enter roundabout onto NJ 439
Continue on NJ 439
Turn right onto Brunswick Avenue
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto NJ 73
Turn left onto CR 673
Turn right onto CR 616
Turn left onto NJ 41
Turn left onto Chapel Avenue East
Turn left onto Hastings Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.6 mi from Elizabeth, NJ · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 35.6 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.
The final approach into Kingston Estates, 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
$11.79 one way
$23.57 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.91 | $25.82 |
| premium | $4.93 | $13.79 | $27.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.70 | $31.40 |
Estimated Tolls: $8.97
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Tolls
$9
Total
$21
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.47 | $3.41 |
| Efficient EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.95 | $4.55 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Afternoon in Elizabeth on Friday
Local time
1:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Kingston Estates on Friday
Local time
1:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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