Origin
Elizabeth, NJ
Afternoon in Elizabeth on Saturday
Local time
2:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elizabeth, NJ to Milford, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
55.6 mi
90 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
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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Milford, NJ
Alexa V. Mato
Trip Overview
Elizabeth, NJ to Milford, NJ is 55.6 miles and takes about 1h 20m via Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays entirely within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a relatively short, highway-focused journey, making it ideal for a quick getaway or a practical commute. You'll find yourself on mostly high-speed roads, so plan accordingly if you prefer a more leisurely pace. The drive is straightforward, offering a simple way to get from one part of the state to another with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway | 37.6 mi | 43m |
| Pittstown Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Everittstown Road | 4 mi | 7m |
| Milford - Mount Pleasant Road | 2.6 mi | 6m |
| Little York - Mount Pleasant Road | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| North Broad Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Hillside Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Broad Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
— 37.6 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabeth, NJ and Milford, NJ.
1
Start on this road
34 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto East Jersey Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Jersey Street
3
Turn right onto Jefferson Avenue
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Jefferson Avenue
4
Turn sharp left onto East Grand Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
East Grand Street
5
At end of road, turn right onto CR 623
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Broad Street
6
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 27
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Broad Street
7
Turn left onto CR 628
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Hillside Avenue
Use the left lane.
8
Turn right onto CR 509
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Chestnut Avenue
Use the right lane.
9
Turn right onto Paine Avenue
367 ft
·
12 sec
·
Paine Avenue
10
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 78 West
11
Merge onto I 78
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
I 78
Toward I 78 West: Clinton
Use the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto I 78
33 mi
·
38 min
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 15
Toward NJ 173 East: Clinton, Pittstown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
150 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Pittstown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn left onto NJ 173; CR 513
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Pittstown Road
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto CR 513
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Everittstown Road
18
Turn right onto CR 519
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Little York - Mount Pleasant Road
19
Turn left onto CR 519
2.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Milford - Mount Pleasant Road
20
At end of road, turn right onto CR 519
519 ft
·
13 sec
·
Frenchtown Road
21
Turn left onto Bridge Street
30 ft
·
0 sec
·
Bridge Street
22
Arrive at destination
Bridge Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.8 miles from Elizabeth, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 205 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 42.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Jersey Street
Turn right onto East Jersey Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
East Grand Street
Turn sharp left onto East Grand Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
7
9.3 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
I 78
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78 toward I 78 West: Clinton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 78 West: Clinton
8
42.4 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward NJ 173 East: Clinton, Pittstown
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 15
Toward NJ 173 East: Clinton, Pittstown
8
42.5 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Pittstown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Pittstown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.22 one way
$18.44 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.10 | $20.19 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.78 | $21.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.28 | $24.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.84 | $2.67 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.78 | $3.56 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (63% 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
Milford, NJ
Afternoon in Milford on Saturday
Local time
2:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Bedminster, NJ
28 mi in
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
4 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 20m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 68% of the journey on faster roads. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 37.6 miles on the Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your trip. While the majority is highway, expect transitions onto local roads like Pittstown Road and Everittstown Road as you approach Milford. This blend means you'll get a taste of both efficient travel and more community-level driving. The character shifts from open highway speeds to more winding, potentially slower sections as you near your destination.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.6 mi on Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway and Pittstown Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Jersey Street.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.6 miles you will encounter 20 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: near the start (East Jersey Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (East Grand Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 9.3 miles (I 78): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Elizabeth, NJ to Milford, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Pittstown along the way.
Pittstown
42.4 mi in
|
~53m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 55.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.6 miles on Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Milford, NJ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Jersey Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (East Grand Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 9.3 miles (I 78): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Morristown National Historical Park and Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Milford, NJ before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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