Origin
Flemington, NJ
Late night in Flemington on Monday
Local time
1:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flemington, NJ to Jersey City, NJ
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
55.5 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 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Flemington, NJ
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
Spanning 55.5 miles across New Jersey, this trip from Flemington to Jersey City is a straightforward, one-day journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 9 minutes. You will primarily navigate via NJ 31, the Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway, and US 1 Truck. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, this route is highly efficient for those looking to reach the urban landscape of Jersey City from the more rural surroundings of Flemington. Since the entire trip takes just over an hour, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. Expect a practical, no-nonsense drive that moves you quickly between these two Northeast locations.
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 Flemington, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 96% of the journey spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a rhythm during the longest stretch of the trip, which covers 39.5 miles along the Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway. While the route begins with the local character of NJ 31, the experience quickly transitions into a sustained highway commute. The drive feels functional and efficient, prioritizing speed and direct access over scenic detours. You should expect a consistent pace as you transition from the quiet of Flemington into the high-traffic corridors leading toward the Jersey City area.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 39.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway and NJ 31. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 47.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 55.5 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 47.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 48.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
47.5 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City
8
48.6 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the exit toward NJTP, I 95, US 1-9, NJ 21, US 22: Port Newark
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 58A-B
Toward NJTP, I 95, US 1-9, NJ 21, US 22: Port N...
7
49.6 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward US 1-9 North: Frontage Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 58B
Toward US 1-9 North: Frontage Road
8
49.8 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 1-9 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 1-9 North
8
52.4 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
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US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck toward US 1, US 9 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward US 1, US 9 North
Towns Along This Route
Between Flemington, NJ and Jersey City, NJ, road signs point toward New York City, Njtp, Njtp: Jersey City and New Jersey Turnpike.
New York City
47.5 mi in
|
~56m
Njtp
48.6 mi in
|
~57m
Njtp: Jersey City
52.1 mi in
|
~1h 3m
|
via US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
New Jersey Turnpike
52.1 mi in
|
~1h 3m
|
via US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway | 39.5 mi | 45m |
| NJ 31 | 8.7 mi | 10m |
| US 1 Truck | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| US 1 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Duncan Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Olean Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
— 39.5 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flemington, NJ and Jersey City, NJ.
1
Start on this road
50 ft
·
8 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto Main Street
86 ft
·
2 sec
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Main Street
3
Continue on East Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
Use the right lane.
4
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 31
8.7 mi
·
10 min
·
NJ 31
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Newark
6
Merge onto I 78; US 22
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the none lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 78
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the none lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 78
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 78
0.7 mi
·
55 sec
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 58A-B
Toward NJTP, I 95, US 1-9, NJ 21, US 22: Port Newark
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 78
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 58B
Toward US 1-9 North: Frontage Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 1-9 North
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto US 1; US 9
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit onto US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
Toward US 1-9 Truck North, I 95, NJTP: Jersey City, New Jersey Turnpike
Use the none lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
Toward US 1, US 9 North
Use the none lane.
18
Take the exit onto US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
Toward US 1 Truck North, US 9 Truck North
Use the left lane.
19
Turn right onto Duncan Avenue
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Duncan Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Turn left onto Olean Avenue
316 ft
·
13 sec
·
Olean Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
Olean Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this drive is short and direct, you have significant flexibility in your departure time to avoid peak congestion. While no formal stops are strictly necessary given the 1-hour and 9-minute duration, keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the expressway to ensure you stay within your $9 estimated cost. Since the route relies heavily on major expressways, check real-time traffic reports for the Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway before you head out to avoid unexpected delays. The lack of mandatory stops means you can easily plan your day around your arrival in Jersey City rather than the logistics of the road. Prioritize a steady pace rather than rushing, as the high highway percentage makes for a predictable, albeit busy, travel experience.
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 Flemington, NJ, or about 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.5 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 55.5 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.7 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jersey City, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Flemington, 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 Flemington, NJ
This is one driving day of about 55.5 miles and 1h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Flemington, 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 Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway for about 39.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.7 mi from Flemington, NJ · 33m 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 55.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.7 miles from Flemington, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jersey City, NJ
The final approach into Jersey City, 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 Jersey City, 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
$9.18 one way
$18.37 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $10.05 | $20.10 |
| premium | $4.92 | $10.75 | $21.51 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.33 | $24.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
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 | 16.7 | 0 | $5.83 | $2.66 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.86 | $2.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.77 | $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
Jersey City, NJ
Late night in Jersey City on Monday
Local time
1:33 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
2 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 9m 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 Flemington, NJ to Jersey City, NJ covers 55.5 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway, NJ 31, US 1 Truck. 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 Flemington, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.18 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 18 significant decision points across 55.5 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 47.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 48.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Flemington, NJ and Jersey City, NJ, road signs point toward New York City, Njtp, Njtp: Jersey City and New Jersey Turnpike.
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