Origin
Green Knoll, NJ
Night in Green Knoll on Thursday
Local time
9:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Green Knoll, NJ to Elizabeth, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
46m
Distance
30.4 mi
49 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Green Knoll, NJ
Alexa V. Mato
Elizabeth, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Green Knoll, NJ to Elizabeth, NJ covers 30.4 miles and takes about 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 287, US 1, US 22 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.4 miles on I 287. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.04 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 30.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 46m highway drive covering 30.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 287 and US 1. The longest continuous stretch is about 13.4 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 20 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 13.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 287 and US 1. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near North Bridge Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 30.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (North Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (US 22): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
North Bridge Street
Turn right onto North Bridge Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 22
Merge onto US 22
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
6
3.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 287 South: Perth Amboy
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward I 287 South: Perth Amboy
7
17.3 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward US 1 North: Newark
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1A
Toward US 1 North: Newark
6
27.8 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
US 1; US 9 / East Edgar Road
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9 / East Edgar Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 287 | 13.4 mi | 15m |
| US 1 | 10.1 mi | 16m |
| US 22 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Carlton Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North Bridge Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| East Edgar Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Jersey Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Grove Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 287
— 13.4 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Green Knoll, NJ and Elizabeth, NJ.
1
Start on Brian Drive
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Brian Drive
2
Turn right onto (639)
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Bridge Street
3
Turn left onto Grove Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Grove Street
4
Turn slight right onto Ivanhoe Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Ivanhoe Avenue
5
Turn right onto North Bridge Street
230 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Bridge Street
6
Take the ramp
193 ft
·
5 sec
7
Merge onto US 22
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 22
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 287 South: Perth Amboy
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
9
Merge onto I 287
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 1A
Toward US 1 North: Newark
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto US 1
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
US 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 1
6.3 mi
·
10 min
·
US 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Edgar Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on US 1; US 9
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Carlton Street
15
Turn right
60 ft
·
6 sec
16
Turn right
383 ft
·
28 sec
17
Turn right
278 ft
·
22 sec
18
Turn right onto East Jersey Street
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Jersey Street
19
Turn right
34 ft
·
2 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.2 mi from Green Knoll, NJ · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.2 miles from Green Knoll, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Elizabeth, NJ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Elizabeth, 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
$5.04 one way
$10.08 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.52 | $11.04 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.90 | $11.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.71 | $13.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.19 | $1.46 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.66 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.26 | $1.95 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Elizabeth, NJ
Night in Elizabeth on Thursday
Local time
9:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Edison, NJ
15 mi in
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
4 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
46m 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 Green Knoll, NJ to Elizabeth, NJ covers 30.4 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 287, US 1, US 22. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.2 miles from Green Knoll, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.04 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 15 decision points packed into just 30.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (North Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (US 22): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Green Knoll, NJ to Elizabeth, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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