Origin
Florham Park, NJ
Late night in Florham Park on Thursday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Florham Park, NJ to New Brunswick, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
49m
Distance
36.7 mi
59 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Florham Park, NJ
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New Brunswick, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Florham Park, NJ to New Brunswick, NJ covers 36.7 miles and takes about 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 287, River Road, Columbia Turnpike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 25.6 miles on I 287. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.08 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
18.4 miles from Florham Park, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 49m highway drive covering 36.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 287 and River Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 25.6 miles on I 287.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 287 is the longest continuous segment at about 25.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 287 and River Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 19.7 miles in near I 287.
Route Complexity
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
This is a short but busy drive. With 18 decision points packed into just 36.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 19.7 miles (I 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
19.7 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
I 287
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
30.4 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward River Road, Bound Brook, Highland Park
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 9
Toward River Road, Bound Brook, Highland Park
6
30.6 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Highland Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Highland Park
7
35.6 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Take the exit toward New Brunswick, New Street, Paul Robeson Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward New Brunswick, New Street, Paul Robeson...
6
35.8 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Turn slight right toward New Street, Arts and Business District
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward New Street, Arts and Business District
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Florham Park, NJ and New Brunswick, NJ, road signs point toward Bound Brook and Highland Park.
Bound Brook
30.4 mi in
|
~38m
Highland Park
30.4 mi in
|
~38m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 287 | 25.6 mi | 29m |
| River Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Columbia Turnpike | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| John A. Lynch Memorial Bridge | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Madison Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Normandy Parkway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Livingston Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Columbia Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 287
— 25.6 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florham Park, NJ and New Brunswick, NJ.
1
Start on this road
107 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto CR 609
133 ft
·
6 sec
·
Hanover Road
3
Turn right onto CR 510
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Columbia Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on CR 510
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Columbia Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto Normandy Parkway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Normandy Parkway
Use the left lane.
6
Turn slight right
363 ft
·
15 sec
7
Turn straight onto NJ 124
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Madison Avenue
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 287 South
9
Merge onto I 287
15 mi
·
17 min
·
I 287
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 287
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 9
Toward River Road, Bound Brook, Highland Park
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward Highland Park
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
14
Turn straight onto CR 622
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
River Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward NJ 18 South: New Brunswick
Use the right lane.
16
Merge onto NJ 18
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
John A. Lynch Memorial Bridge
17
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward New Brunswick, New Street, Paul Robeson Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn straight onto Burnet Street
364 ft
·
6 sec
·
Burnet Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
Toward New Street, Arts and Business District
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on New Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
New Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn left onto Livingston Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Livingston Avenue
22
Turn right onto Delavan Street
68 ft
·
3 sec
·
Delavan Street
23
Arrive at destination
Delavan Street
Trip Plan
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 18.4 miles from Florham Park, NJ, or about 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.6 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 36.7 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.4 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Brunswick, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Florham Park, NJ.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Florham Park, NJ
This is one driving day of about 36.7 miles and 49m.
At 36.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 287 for about 25.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.4 mi from Florham Park, NJ · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.4 miles from Florham Park, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Brunswick, NJ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into New Brunswick, NJ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.08 one way
$12.17 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.66 | $13.33 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.12 | $14.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.10 | $16.21 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.18
Columbia Turnpike
(2.6 mi)
$0.18
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
$6
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.21 | $1.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.14 | $2.35 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
New Brunswick, NJ
Late night in New Brunswick on Thursday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
49m 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 Florham Park, NJ to New Brunswick, NJ covers 36.7 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 287, River Road, Columbia Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.4 miles from Florham Park, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.08 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 short but busy drive. With 18 decision points packed into just 36.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
The main spots that need attention: at 19.7 miles (I 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Florham Park, NJ and New Brunswick, NJ, road signs point toward Bound Brook and Highland Park.
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