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Trip from Lincoln Park, NJ to Union, NJ

Drive Time

1h 38m

Distance

76.4 mi

123 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 31m ★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 34m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Lincoln Park, NJ, NJ

Lincoln Park, NJ

Jay Brand

Downtown Union, NJ, NJ

Union, NJ

Arjun Gheewala

Trip Overview

The drive from Lincoln Park, NJ to Union, NJ covers 76.4 miles and takes about 1h 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Garden State Parkway, Barnegat Boulevard, Morris Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 72.7 miles on Garden State Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.64 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

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

38.2 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 1h 38m highway drive covering 76.4 miles, with most of the trip on Garden State Parkway and Barnegat Boulevard. The longest continuous stretch is about 72.7 miles on Garden State Parkway.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Garden State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 72.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and Barnegat Boulevard. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near CR 8 / Barnegat Boulevard.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76.4 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (CR 8 / Barnegat Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (CR 554 / West Bay Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | CR 8 / Barnegat Boulevard

At end of road, turn left onto CR 8 / Barnegat Boulevard

Navigation decision point

4
1.4 mi into trip | ~4m in | CR 554 / West Bay Avenue

Turn left onto CR 554 / West Bay Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight / right lanes.
5
1.9 mi into trip | ~5m in | GSP / Garden State Parkway

Merge onto GSP / Garden State Parkway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
8
75 mi into trip | ~1h 34m in

Take the exit toward US 22, NJ 82: Hillside

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 140 Toward US 22, NJ 82: Hillside
6
75.4 mi into trip | ~1h 35m in

Take the exit toward NJ 82: Morris Avenue, Kean University, Elizabeth

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward NJ 82: Morris Avenue, Kean University, E...

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Garden State Parkway 72.7 mi 1h 29m
Barnegat Boulevard 0.9 mi 2m
Morris Avenue 0.6 mi 1m
Village Drive 0.4 mi 1m
West Bay Avenue 0.3 mi <1m
Harding Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
US 22 <0.1 mi <1m
Vauxhall Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Garden State Parkway — 72.7 mi, about 1h 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lincoln Park, NJ and Union, NJ.

1

Start on Village Drive

0.4 mi · 1 min · Village Drive
2

At end of road, turn left onto CR 8

0.9 mi · 2 min · Barnegat Boulevard
3

Turn left onto CR 554

0.3 mi · 39 sec · West Bay Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Toward GSP Toll North
5

Merge onto GSP

36 mi · 41 min · Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
6

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 31 sec
7

Continue on GSP

37 mi · 47 min · Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec
Exit 140 Toward US 22, NJ 82: Hillside Use the slight right lane.
9

Merge onto US 22

158 ft · 3 sec · US 22
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward NJ 82: Morris Avenue, Kean University, Elizabeth
11

Turn slight right onto NJ 82

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Morris Avenue
12

Turn slight right

507 ft · 44 sec
13

Turn left onto NJ 82

0.5 mi · 55 sec · Morris Avenue
14

Turn right onto Harding Avenue

0.1 mi · 28 sec · Harding Avenue
15

Turn right onto CR 630

32 ft · 4 sec · Vauxhall Road
16

Turn left onto Harding Avenue

243 ft · 10 sec · Harding Avenue
17

Arrive at destination

Harding Avenue

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 38.2 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.7 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 76.4 miles or 1h 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 38.2 miles or 48m 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 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union, NJ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Lincoln Park, 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 Lincoln Park, NJ

This is one driving day of about 76.4 miles and 1h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lincoln Park, 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 Garden State Parkway for about 72.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 38.2 mi from Lincoln Park, NJ · 48m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

38 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 76.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 38.2 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Garden State Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72.7 miles.

Arriving in Union, NJ

The final approach into Union, 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 Union, NJ.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Thomas Edison National Historical Park

Thomas Edison National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...

6 mi from route ~16 min detour $10 near mile 76.4
Park Closure: Glenmont Mansion and Grounds Closed
View on nps.gov
Morristown National Historical Park

Morristown National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...

15 mi from route ~37 min detour Free near mile 73.8
View on nps.gov
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park

Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Silk cloth and steam locomotives; textiles and continuous paper rolls; firearms and aircraft engines. What do these things have in common? All were manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ. In 17...

16 mi from route ~39 min detour Free near mile 76.4
View on nps.gov
Gateway National Recreation Area

Gateway National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...

18 mi from route ~45 min detour Free near mile 47.4
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.64 one way

$25.28 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.60 $13.83 $27.67
premium $4.92 $14.80 $29.61
diesel $5.64 $16.97 $33.95

Estimated Tolls: $4.37

Garden State Parkway (72.7 mi) $4.37

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

$13

Tolls

$4

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22.9 0 $8.02 $3.67
Efficient EV 19.1 0 $6.69 $3.06
EV Truck/SUV 30.6 0 $10.70 $4.89

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Lincoln Park, NJ

Morning in Lincoln Park on Monday

Local time

10:28 AM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Union, NJ

Morning in Union on Monday

Local time

10:28 AM

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 warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 38m 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 Lincoln Park, NJ to Union, NJ covers 76.4 miles and takes about 1h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, Barnegat Boulevard, Morris Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.2 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.64 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 76.4 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (CR 8 / Barnegat Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (CR 554 / West Bay Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lincoln Park, NJ to Union, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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