Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
37m
Distance
24.3 mi
39 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lawrence, NJ
James Kampeis
Edison, NJ
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Spanning 24.3 miles across New Jersey, this connection between Lawrence and Edison is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 37 minutes. Because of the short duration, you can easily complete this trip in a single day, making it an ideal excursion for those looking to travel within the Northeast region. You should budget approximately $4 for fuel to cover the distance, assuming standard vehicle efficiency. Since there are no required stops, you have the flexibility to drive straight through without planning for extended breaks. It serves as a practical, no-nonsense route for drivers who prefer efficiency over a long-haul experience. Overall, the trip is manageable and predictable for anyone looking to navigate between these two points without the need for an overnight stay.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 24.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will spend roughly 20 percent of your time on highways, with the remainder navigating local roads like Brunswick Pike and Plainfield Avenue. The most significant portion of your journey is a 16-mile stretch along Brunswick Pike, which represents the longest uninterrupted segment of the trip. As you progress, the road transitions from these primary arterial paths into more technical local segments. This mix of driving environments means you won't be stuck in a cruise-control rhythm for long, as the character of the road shifts periodically until you reach your destination in Edison.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
250 ft
Total Descent
221 ft
Highest Point
252 ft
~12.1 mi in
Elevation Range
190 ft
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lawrence, NJ to Edison, NJ is easy. At 37m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lawrence, NJ to Edison, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lawrence Station Road | — | — |
| Quaker Bridge Road | — | — |
| Brunswick Pike | — | — |
| Newark|Newark | — | — |
| Plainfield Avenue | — | — |
| Central Avenue | — | — |
| Reed Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Lawrence, NJ and Edison, NJ.
Start on Fountayne Boulevard
Turn left onto Lawrence Station Road
At the end of the road, turn left onto Quaker Bridge Road
Take the ramp slight right
Merge slight left onto Brunswick Pike
Keep slight left
Keep slight left to continue on Newark|Newark, Camden, New Brunswick|Newark, Camden, New Brunswick
Keep slight left
Keep slight left
Continue straight
Continue straight
Continue straight
Continue straight
Turn right
At the end of the road, turn left onto Plainfield Avenue
Turn left onto Central Avenue
Turn right onto Reed Street
Arrive at your destination
Regular Gas
$4.03 one way
$8.06 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.41 | $8.82 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.71 | $9.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.37 | $10.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.55 | $1.17 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.13 | $0.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.40 | $1.56 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Lawrence on Friday
Local time
9:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Patchy Frost then Sunny
Destination
Night in Edison on Friday
Local time
9:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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