Origin
Marlton, NJ
Evening in Marlton on Sunday
Local time
7:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marlton, NJ to Elizabeth, NJ
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
71.5 mi
115 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
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6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marlton, NJ
James Kampeis
Elizabeth, NJ
Noé Villalta Photography
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Marlton to Elizabeth, you are looking at a straightforward 71.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 29 minutes. This trip is ideally suited as a quick day trip, as it does not require an overnight stay to complete comfortably. You will rely heavily on major thoroughfares, including NJ 73, the New Jersey Turnpike, and US 1. Budgeting approximately $12 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the drive. Because both cities are located within the Northeast region of New Jersey, you will find the transition between these two points to be a familiar, efficient transit across the state.
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
35.8 miles from Marlton, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed, highway-focused experience, as 94% of this 71.5-mile route consists of major roadways. The heart of the drive is a 63.4-mile stretch along the New Jersey Turnpike, which keeps the pace consistent and steady for the majority of your time behind the wheel. You will notice the character shift from local connections like NJ 73 into the high-volume flow of the Turnpike system. It is a functional, no-nonsense commute that favors speed and efficiency over secondary roads. Prepare for a predictable, interstate-heavy environment that demands your focus as you navigate toward your destination.
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 63.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and NJ 73. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 71.5 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 0.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the exit toward NJ 73: Palmyra, Tacony Bridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 73: Palmyra, Tacony Bridge
7
3.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit toward NJTP
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJTP
7
3.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJTP North: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward NJTP North: New York
8
67.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward I 278: Elizabeth, Staten Island
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 13
Toward I 278: Elizabeth, Staten Island
7
69.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 439: Elizabeth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward NJ 439: Elizabeth
Towns Along This Route
Between Marlton, NJ and Elizabeth, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp North: New York and Staten Island.
Njtp North: New York
3.6 mi in
|
~6m
Staten Island
67.5 mi in
|
~1h 20m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 63.4 mi | 1h 13m |
| NJ 73 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| US 1 | 1 mi | 1m |
| Bayway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Broad Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Jersey Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Marlton Pike | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Maple Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 63.4 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marlton, NJ and Elizabeth, NJ.
1
Start on this road
28 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto CR 620
113 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Main Street
3
Turn right onto CR 607
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Maple Avenue
4
Turn left onto NJ 70
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Marlton Pike
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Toward NJ 73: Palmyra, Tacony Bridge
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto NJ 73
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 73
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on NJ 73
198 ft
·
3 sec
·
NJ 73
Use the right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward NJTP
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJTP North: New York
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Merge onto NJTP
15 mi
·
16 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP
49 mi
·
56 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
2 min
Exit 13
Toward I 278: Elizabeth, Staten Island
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn straight
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 278 West, NJ 439: Elizabeth, Linden
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
Toward NJ 439: Elizabeth
Use the none lane.
15
Continue on NJ 439
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Bayway
16
Turn right onto CR 623
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
South Broad Street
17
Turn right onto US 1; US 9
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1; US 9
18
Turn right
60 ft
·
6 sec
19
Turn right
383 ft
·
28 sec
20
Turn right
278 ft
·
22 sec
21
Turn right onto East Jersey Street
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Jersey Street
22
Turn right
34 ft
·
2 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule best, though staying mindful of peak traffic times on the Turnpike is always a smart move. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled for this 1 hour and 29-minute duration, you can easily power through the entire 71.5 miles in one sitting. However, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is helpful, as the $12 estimated cost can fluctuate based on idling in heavy traffic. My best advice is to utilize the electronic toll collection lanes on the Turnpike to keep your transit seamless. Embracing the efficiency of this route allows you to reach Elizabeth quickly without the need for complex planning or mid-route breaks.
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 35.8 miles from Marlton, NJ, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.4 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 71.5 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.8 miles or 43m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Elizabeth, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Marlton, 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 Marlton, NJ
This is one driving day of about 71.5 miles and 1h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Marlton, 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 63.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.8 mi from Marlton, NJ · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 71.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.8 miles from Marlton, 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 63.4 miles.
Arriving in Elizabeth, NJ
The final approach into Elizabeth, 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 Elizabeth, 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
$11.83 one way
$23.66 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $12.95 | $25.89 |
| premium | $4.92 | $13.86 | $27.71 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.88 | $31.77 |
Estimated Tolls: $8.87
New Jersey Turnpike
(63.4 mi)
$8.87
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
$12
Tolls
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.51 | $3.43 |
| Efficient EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.01 | $4.58 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Elizabeth, NJ
Evening in Elizabeth on Sunday
Local time
7:08 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
1 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 29m 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 Marlton, NJ to Elizabeth, NJ covers 71.5 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 73, US 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.8 miles from Marlton, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.83 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 19 significant decision points across 71.5 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 0.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Marlton, NJ and Elizabeth, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp North: New York and Staten Island.
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