Origin
Glassboro, NJ
Evening in Glassboro on Sunday
Local time
7:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Glassboro, NJ to Jersey City, NJ
Drive Time
2h 3m
Distance
96.2 mi
155 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 54m
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6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 7m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 20m
8 PM
1h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Glassboro, NJ
Malcolm Garret
Trip Overview
Traveling from Glassboro to Jersey City covers 96.2 miles, typically taking about 2 hours and 3 minutes of driving time. Because this is a relatively short trip within New Jersey, it serves perfectly as a straightforward day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $16 for fuel to complete the journey. The route is primarily highway-focused, utilizing the New Jersey Turnpike as its backbone to connect the southern part of the state to the northern urban corridor. It is a highly efficient path for those looking to transit between these two Northeast locations without unnecessary complications.
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
48.1 miles from Glassboro, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip defined by efficient transit, as 84% of your journey is spent on major highways. You will begin on local roads like Delsea Drive and Hurffville Road before transitioning onto the New Jersey Turnpike for the majority of the distance. The longest uninterrupted stretch lasts for 79.5 miles, placing you in a consistent highway rhythm for most of the drive. While the initial local segments provide a brief transition, the experience is largely a streamlined interstate run. This setup keeps the driving experience predictable and focused on making good time as you head 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 20 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 79.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and Delsea Drive. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 96.2 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 11.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
11.7 mi into trip
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~20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJTP North: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward NJTP North: New York
8
92.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
Take the exit toward US 1 North Truck, US 9 North Truck: Newark, Jersey City
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 15E
Toward US 1 North Truck, US 9 North Truck: Newa...
8
93.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 1 Truck North, US 9 Truck North: Jersey City, Doremus Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 1 Truck North, US 9 Truck North: Jers...
7
93.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 1 North Truck, US 9 North Truck: Jersey City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 1 North Truck, US 9 North Truck: Jers...
7
95 mi into trip
|
~2h in
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US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
Take the exit onto US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck toward US 1 Truck North, US 9 Truck North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 1 Truck North, US 9 Truck North
Towns Along This Route
Between Glassboro, NJ and Jersey City, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike and Njtp North: New York.
Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
11.5 mi in
|
~19m
Njtp North: New York
11.7 mi in
|
~20m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 79.5 mi | 1h 33m |
| Delsea Drive | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Hurffville Road | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Lincoln Highway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Black Horse Pike | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Clements Bridge Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 79.5 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glassboro, NJ and Jersey City, NJ.
1
Start on CR 553
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
Use the none lane.
2
Turn right
254 ft
·
22 sec
3
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 47
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Delsea Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on NJ 41
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Hurffville Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on NJ 41; CR 544
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Clements Bridge Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 41
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Clements Bridge Road
7
Turn left onto NJ 168
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Black Horse Pike
Use the none lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJTP North: New York
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto NJTP
23 mi
·
26 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP
56 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 15E
Toward US 1 North Truck, US 9 North Truck: Newark, Jersey City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
322 ft
·
7 sec
Toward US 1 Truck North, US 9 Truck North: Jersey City, Doremus Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 1 North Truck, US 9 North Truck: Jersey City
16
Merge onto US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Lincoln Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
17
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.
18
Turn right onto Duncan Avenue
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Duncan Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn left onto Olean Avenue
316 ft
·
13 sec
·
Olean Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
Olean Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 3-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility when choosing your departure time. However, because the route relies so heavily on the New Jersey Turnpike, keep an eye on real-time traffic reports to avoid peak congestion periods. Since there are zero formal stops required by the route plan, you have the freedom to drive straight through or pull off at your own pace if you need a quick break. Ensure your fuel tank is ready for the $16 estimated cost before hopping onto the turnpike, as highway service areas are the most convenient spots to refuel once you are underway. Use this direct connection to your advantage by planning your arrival to match your specific schedule in Jersey City.
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 48.1 miles from Glassboro, NJ, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.5 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 80 miles or 1h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.1 miles or 1h 3m 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 39m
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 Glassboro, 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 Glassboro, NJ
This is one driving day of about 96.2 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Glassboro, 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 79.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.1 mi from Glassboro, NJ · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.1 miles from Glassboro, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New Jersey Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 79.5 miles.
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
$15.92 one way
$31.84 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $17.42 | $34.84 |
| premium | $4.92 | $18.64 | $37.28 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.37 | $42.74 |
Estimated Tolls: $11.28
New Jersey Turnpike
(80.6 mi)
$11.28
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
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.10 | $4.62 |
| Efficient EV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.42 | $3.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.47 | $6.16 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Evening in Jersey City on Sunday
Local time
7:18 PM
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
3 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
2h 3m 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 Glassboro, NJ to Jersey City, NJ covers 96.2 miles and takes about 2h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, Delsea Drive, Hurffville 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 48.1 miles from Glassboro, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.92 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 16 significant decision points across 96.2 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 11.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Glassboro, NJ and Jersey City, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike and Njtp North: New York.
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