Origin
Jersey City, NJ
Late night in Jersey City on Monday
Local time
1:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jersey City, NJ to Egg Harbor City, NJ
Drive Time
2h 16m
Distance
104.3 mi
168 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 7m
★
6 AM
2h 16m
8 AM
2h 35m
10 AM
2h 23m
12 PM
2h 21m
3 PM
2h 24m
5 PM
2h 34m
8 PM
2h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Egg Harbor City, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Trip Overview
Traveling from Jersey City to Egg Harbor City covers 104.3 miles, making it an efficient trek that typically takes about 2 hours and 16 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey is well within the scope of a comfortable day trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $17 for fuel to cover the distance. The route transitions you from the bustling Northeast corridor of Jersey City into the quieter landscape of Egg Harbor City. It serves as a straightforward connection within New Jersey, ideal for travelers who prefer a direct, no-fuss transit between the two 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
52.1 miles from Jersey City, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with roughly 81% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will rely on a combination of the New Jersey Turnpike, US 206, and the White Horse Pike to navigate the state. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 49.8-mile segment on the New Jersey Turnpike, which allows for consistent cruising. As you move away from the Turnpike and transition onto US 206 and the White Horse Pike, the character of the drive shifts from high-speed interstate travel to more conventional roadway driving. Expect a predictable, efficient experience that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic detours.
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.
New Jersey Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 49.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and US 206. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck.
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 104.3 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 0.9 miles (US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.9 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
Take the exit onto US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck toward US 1 South, US 9 South: Newark Airport, Port Newark Elizabeth Seaport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 1 South, US 9 South: Newark Airport,...
7
5.6 mi into trip
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~9m in
Take the exit toward I 78 East, I 95, NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike Toll
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.
Toward I 78 East, I 95, NJTP: New Jersey Turnpi...
8
6.3 mi into trip
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~10m 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
8
57.3 mi into trip
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~1h 10m 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
58 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m 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
Towns Along This Route
Between Jersey City, NJ and Egg Harbor City, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike Toll, Njtp South: Trenton, Trenton and Atlantic City.
Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike Toll
5.6 mi in
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~9m
Njtp South: Trenton
6.3 mi in
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~10m
Trenton
57.3 mi in
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~1h 10m
Atlantic City
75 mi in
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~1h 34m
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via US 206
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 49.8 mi | 58m |
| US 206 | 29.8 mi | 38m |
| White Horse Pike | 11.6 mi | 17m |
| Main Street | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| US 1 Truck | 3 mi | 5m |
| US 1 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Duncan Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| I 95/NJTP North Tolls | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 49.8 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jersey City, NJ and Egg Harbor City, NJ.
1
Start on Olean Avenue
316 ft
·
15 sec
·
Olean Avenue
2
Turn right onto Duncan Avenue
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Duncan Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
Use the left lane.
4
Take the exit onto US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
Toward US 1 South, US 9 South: Newark Airport, Port Newark Elizabeth Seaport
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
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 South, US 9 Truck South: Port Newark, Newark Airport
6
Merge onto US 1; US 9
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 78 East, I 95, NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike Toll
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 78
47 ft
·
0 sec
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I 95/NJTP North Tolls
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95/NJTP North Tolls
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
I 95/NJTP North Tolls
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
Use the none lane.
12
Merge onto I 95
50 mi
·
58 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 7
Toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL
Use the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto US 206
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 206
Use the none lane.
16
Continue on US 206
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
US 206
Use the none lane.
17
Continue on US 206
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
US 206
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 206
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street
19
Enter roundabout onto US 206
486 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 206
Toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City
20
Continue on US 206
18 mi
·
23 min
·
US 206
Toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City
Use the left / none lanes.
21
Turn left onto US 30
12 mi
·
17 min
·
White Horse Pike
Use the left lane.
22
Turn right onto NJ 50
79 ft
·
1 sec
·
Philadelphia Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
NJ 50
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 2-hour and 16-minute drive, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours on the New Jersey Turnpike. Since the route is relatively short with zero mandatory stops, you have the flexibility to power through or pull over whenever you need a quick break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the 49.8-mile Turnpike stretch, as service areas are your best bet for refueling before you transition to the local legs of the trip. Because you are traveling entirely within New Jersey, you will find the road signage and infrastructure familiar throughout the journey. Aim to hit the road mid-morning or mid-afternoon to ensure a smooth transition from the dense urban environment of Jersey City toward your destination.
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 52.1 miles from Jersey City, NJ, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.8 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 80 miles or 1h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.1 miles or 1h 4m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Egg Harbor City, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jersey City, 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 Jersey City, NJ
This is one driving day of about 104.3 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jersey City, 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 49.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.1 mi from Jersey City, NJ · 1h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 52.1 miles from Jersey City, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Egg Harbor City, NJ
The final approach into Egg Harbor 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 Egg Harbor 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
$17.26 one way
$34.52 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $18.88 | $37.77 |
| premium | $4.92 | $20.21 | $40.42 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.17 | $46.34 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.97
New Jersey Turnpike
(49.8 mi)
$6.97
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
$17
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.3 | 0 | $10.95 | $5.01 |
| Efficient EV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.13 | $4.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.7 | 0 | $14.60 | $6.68 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (67% 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
Egg Harbor City, NJ
Late night in Egg Harbor City on Monday
Local time
1:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°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 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 16m 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 Jersey City, NJ to Egg Harbor City, NJ covers 104.3 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, US 206, White Horse Pike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.1 miles from Jersey City, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.26 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 104.3 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 0.9 miles (US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Jersey City, NJ and Egg Harbor City, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike Toll, Njtp South: Trenton, Trenton and Atlantic City.
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