Trip from Elizabethport, NJ to Port Republic, NJ

Drive Time

1h 59m

Distance

95.7 mi

154 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min

4 AM

1h 51m ★

6 AM

1h 59m

8 AM

2h 17m

10 AM

2h 5m

12 PM

2h 4m

3 PM

2h 6m

5 PM

2h 16m

8 PM

1h 54m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Elizabethport, NJ

Aisling Kerr

Port Republic, NJ

Aisling Kerr

Trip Overview

If you are looking for a straightforward trip through the Northeast, this 95.7-mile journey from Elizabethport to Port Republic is an efficient one-day excursion. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 59 minutes behind the wheel, making it an ideal candidate for a quick getaway. With a fuel budget of approximately $16, this trip is quite economical for a solo driver or a small group. Since the route is entirely contained within New Jersey, you will experience a consistent regional feel from start to finish. It is best handled as a single-day trip, as the duration is manageable without needing an overnight stay. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, the simplicity of this drive allows for a stress-free travel experience.

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

47.8 miles from Elizabethport, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .

Drive Character

This route is heavily focused on high-speed travel, with 94% of your time spent on major highways. You will rely primarily on the New Jersey Turnpike and the Garden State Parkway to navigate the distance. The core of your trip involves a significant 80.4-mile stretch along the Garden State Parkway, which keeps the pace steady and fast. As you transition off the major arteries, you will finish the final leg on Chestnut Neck Road, providing a shift from the highway grind to local surface streets. Expect a consistent, functional driving experience that prioritizes speed over winding backroads or scenic detours.

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.

Garden State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 80.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and New Jersey Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 95.7 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 2.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.7 miles (Exit 11 / Exit to GSP and US Route 9): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

2.2 mi into trip | ~6m 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

9.7 mi into trip | ~15m in | Exit 11 / Exit to GSP and US Route 9

Take the exit onto Exit 11 / Exit to GSP and US Route 9 toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 11 Toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbri...

11.1 mi into trip | ~18m in

Keep slight left at fork toward GSP South, US 9, NJ 440: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward GSP South, US 9, NJ 440: Garden State Pa...

11.4 mi into trip | ~18m in | GSP Southbound entrance

Keep slight left at fork onto GSP Southbound entrance toward GSP South: Garden State Parkway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward GSP South: Garden State Parkway

92.3 mi into trip | ~1h 53m in | US 9

Take the exit onto US 9 toward US 9 South: Port Republic, Smithville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / right lanes. Exit 48 Toward US 9 South: Port Republic, Smithville

Towns Along This Route

Between Elizabethport, NJ and Port Republic, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp, Woodbridge, Gsp South and Perth Amboy.

Gsp

9.7 mi in | ~15m | via Exit 11

Woodbridge

9.7 mi in | ~15m | via Exit 11

Gsp South

11.1 mi in | ~18m

Perth Amboy

11.1 mi in | ~18m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Garden State Parkway	80.4 mi	1h 34m
New Jersey Turnpike	6.9 mi	7m
Chestnut Neck Road	1.5 mi	2m
Exit to GSP and US Route 9	1.4 mi	2m
Smithville-Port Republic Road	1 mi	1m
US 9	0.9 mi	1m
2nd Street	0.6 mi	2m
GSP Southbound entrance	0.5 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Garden State Parkway — 80.4 mi, about 1h 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Elizabethport, NJ and Port Republic, NJ.

Start on Broadway

370 ft · 21 sec · Broadway

Turn left onto 2nd Street

0.6 mi · 2 min · 2nd Street

Turn right onto 3rd Avenue

0.3 mi · 56 sec · 3rd Avenue

Turn left onto Atlantic Street

0.3 mi · 44 sec · Atlantic Street

Continue on Cole Place

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Cole Place

Continue on Brunswick Avenue

0.3 mi · 42 sec · Brunswick Avenue

Use the none lane.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 45 sec

Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: NJ Turnpike

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 11 sec

Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 37 sec

Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 95; NJTP

6.9 mi · 7 min · New Jersey Turnpike

Use the none lane.

Take the exit onto Exit 11

1.4 mi · 2 min · Exit to GSP and US Route 9

Exit 11 Toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Toward GSP South, US 9, NJ 440: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy Use the slight left lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto GSP Southbound entrance

0.5 mi · 1 min · GSP Southbound entrance

Toward GSP South: Garden State Parkway Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto GSP

3.0 mi · 3 min · Garden State Parkway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto GSP

0.7 mi · 49 sec · Garden State Parkway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto GSP

77 mi · 1 hr 29 min · Garden State Parkway

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto US 9

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 9

Exit 48 Toward US 9 South: Port Republic, Smithville Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn slight right onto CR 575

1.5 mi · 2 min · Chestnut Neck Road

Turn left onto CR 575

1.0 mi · 1 min · Smithville-Port Republic Road

Arrive at destination

CR 575

Trip Plan

Because this drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on the major parkways is always a wise move. You won't need to plan for any scheduled stops given the two-hour duration, but keeping your fuel levels topped off before merging onto the Garden State Parkway is a smart logistical habit. Since your longest uninterrupted stretch covers over 80 miles, ensure your vehicle is ready for sustained highway speeds. Keep a close eye on your GPS as you prepare to exit the Parkway for Chestnut Neck Road, as that transition marks the final, slower portion of your journey. Enjoy the ease of a trip that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary complexity.

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 47.8 miles from Elizabethport, NJ, or about 1h 2m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80.4 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 47.8 miles or 1h 2m 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 37m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Port Republic, NJ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Elizabethport, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Elizabethport, NJ

This is one driving day of about 95.7 miles and 1h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Elizabethport, 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 Garden State Parkway for about 80.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 47.8 mi from Elizabethport, NJ · 1h 2m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

48 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 47.8 miles from Elizabethport, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Garden State Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 80.4 miles.

Arriving in Port Republic, NJ

The final approach into Port Republic, 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 Port Republic, 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

$15.84 one way

$31.67 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 34 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$17.33	$34.66
premium	$4.92	$18.54	$37.09
diesel	$5.64	$21.26	$42.52

Estimated Tolls: $5.79

Garden State Parkway (80.4 mi) $4.82

New Jersey Turnpike (6.9 mi) $0.97

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

$16

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 33.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	28.7	$10.05	$4.59
Efficient EV	23.9	$8.37	$3.83
EV Truck/SUV	38.3	$13.40	$6.12

Gas CO2

33 kg

EV CO2

11 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Elizabethport, NJ

Night in Elizabethport on Sunday

Local time

9:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Port Republic, NJ

Night in Port Republic on Sunday

Local time

9:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°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 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 59m 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 Elizabethport, NJ to Port Republic, NJ covers 95.7 miles and takes about 1h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Garden State Parkway, New Jersey Turnpike, Chestnut Neck 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 47.8 miles from Elizabethport, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.84 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.