Origin
Elizabethport, NJ
Late night in Elizabethport on Monday
Local time
12:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elizabethport, NJ to Springfield, NJ
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
55.4 mi
89 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elizabethport, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Springfield, NJ
Ren Aukeman
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Elizabethport to Springfield, you are looking at a straightforward 55.4-mile journey across the Northeast. Expect to spend approximately 1 hour and 11 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will primarily utilize the New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 68, and US 206 to navigate between these two New Jersey locations. With a fuel budget of roughly $9, it is an economical route that requires zero mandatory stops. Since the entire drive stays within the Northeast region, you can anticipate a consistent travel experience without major climate or terrain shifts. It is a highly practical trip that fits easily into a morning or afternoon schedule.
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
27.7 miles from Elizabethport, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 93% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm on the New Jersey Turnpike, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 44.8 miles. While the drive starts with the heavy-duty infrastructure of the Turnpike, transitioning to NJ 68 and US 206 offers a shift in the road's personality. Do not expect winding backroads or technical maneuvers here; instead, anticipate a focused, efficient commute designed for speed and directness. Keeping your eyes on the road is essential as you maintain highway speeds for the vast majority of your journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 44.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and NJ 68. 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 11 significant decision points across 55.4 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 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
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
6
2.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
8
47.6 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton
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 7
Toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton
7
48.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL
6
48.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
US 206
Merge onto US 206
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Elizabethport, NJ to Springfield, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Trenton along the way.
Trenton
47.6 mi in
|
~59m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 44.8 mi | 51m |
| NJ 68 | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| US 206 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Street | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| 3rd Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Brunswick Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Atlantic Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Cole Place | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 44.8 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabethport, NJ and Springfield, NJ.
1
Start on Broadway
370 ft
·
21 sec
·
Broadway
2
Turn left onto 2nd Street
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
2nd Street
3
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
3rd Avenue
4
Turn left onto Atlantic Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Atlantic Street
5
Continue on Cole Place
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Cole Place
6
Continue on Brunswick Avenue
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Brunswick Avenue
Use the none 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
45 mi
·
51 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 7
Toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL
Use the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto US 206
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 206
Use the none lane.
14
Continue on US 206
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
US 206
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward NJ 68 South
Use the slight right lane.
16
Continue on NJ 68
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
NJ 68
Use the none lane.
17
Arrive at destination
NJ 68
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move. Since there are no required stops, you can easily complete the 1 hour and 11 minute duration in one go without the need for an overnight stay. Keep your $9 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure, and ensure your tank is ready for the 55.4-mile trek before you head out. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to the transition points between the New Jersey Turnpike and US 206, as these major highway junctions can be busy. Staying alert during these road changes will ensure your trip remains stress-free and efficient.
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 27.7 miles from Elizabethport, NJ, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.8 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 55.4 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.7 miles or 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Elizabethport, 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 Elizabethport, NJ
This is one driving day of about 55.4 miles and 1h 11m.
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 New Jersey Turnpike for about 44.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.7 mi from Elizabethport, NJ · 36m into the drive
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 55.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.7 miles from Elizabethport, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Springfield, NJ
The final approach into Springfield, 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 Springfield, 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
$9.17 one way
$18.33 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $10.03 | $20.06 |
| premium | $4.92 | $10.74 | $21.47 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.31 | $24.62 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.27
New Jersey Turnpike
(44.8 mi)
$6.27
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
$9
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.82 | $2.66 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.85 | $2.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.76 | $3.55 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Springfield, NJ
Late night in Springfield on Monday
Local time
12:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 11m 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 Springfield, NJ covers 55.4 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 68, US 206. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.7 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 $9.17 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 11 significant decision points across 55.4 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 2.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Elizabethport, NJ to Springfield, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Trenton along the way.
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