Origin
Metuchen, NJ
Night in Metuchen on Sunday
Local time
9:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Metuchen, NJ to Elizabethport, NJ
Drive Time
27m
Distance
13.9 mi
22 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
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6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Metuchen, NJ
James Kampeis
Elizabethport, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip from Metuchen to Elizabethport, expect a short 13.9-mile journey that typically takes about 27 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. With a fuel cost estimated at just $2, it is an incredibly budget-friendly way to navigate through the Northeast region of New Jersey. You will primarily rely on US 1, Amboy Avenue, and I-278 to complete your transit. Because the trip is so concise, it offers maximum flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to head out whenever it is most convenient for your plans.
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
7 miles from Metuchen, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive is built for efficiency, with 73% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on US 1, which provides the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 9.2 miles. Expect a transition from local roads like Amboy Avenue to the faster-paced environment of I-278 as you approach your destination. The experience behind the wheel is straightforward and utilitarian rather than leisurely. By keeping to the primary highway infrastructure, you maintain a consistent pace that helps you reach Elizabethport without the complexity of technical navigating.
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.
US 1 is the longest continuous segment at about 9.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 1 and Amboy Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 531 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 13.9 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: near the start (CR 531 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles (CR 501 / Amboy Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (US 1): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 531 / Main Street
Turn right onto CR 531 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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CR 501 / Amboy Avenue
Turn left onto CR 501 / Amboy Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
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US 1
Merge onto US 1
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
8
10.8 mi into trip
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~19m in
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I 278
Keep slight right at fork onto I 278 toward Goethals Bridge, Staten Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Goethals Bridge, Staten Island
8
11.6 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward Brunswick Avenue, Elizabeth, Linden
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 Brunswick Avenue, Elizabeth, Linden
Towns Along This Route
Between Metuchen, NJ and Elizabethport, NJ, road signs point toward Staten Island, Elizabeth and Linden.
Staten Island
10.8 mi in
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~19m
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via I 278
Elizabeth
11.6 mi in
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~20m
Linden
11.6 mi in
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~20m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 1 | 9.2 mi | 15m |
| Amboy Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| I 278 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South 1st Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 3rd Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Brunswick Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Atlantic Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 1
— 9.2 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Metuchen, NJ and Elizabethport, NJ.
1
Start on NJ 27
209 ft
·
13 sec
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Middlesex Avenue
2
Turn right onto CR 531
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto CR 501
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Amboy Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
5
Merge onto US 1
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US 1
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 1
6.3 mi
·
10 min
·
US 1
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 278
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 278
Toward Goethals Bridge, Staten Island
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 278
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
I 278
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
Toward Brunswick Avenue, Elizabeth, Linden
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto Brunswick Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Brunswick Avenue
11
Continue on NJ 439
379 ft
·
14 sec
·
Brunswick Avenue
12
Continue on Cole Place
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Cole Place
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Continue on Atlantic Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Atlantic Street
14
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
3rd Avenue
15
At end of road, turn left onto South 1st Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South 1st Street
16
Turn left onto Broadway
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Broadway
17
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 27-minute drive, you have the advantage of being able to depart at nearly any time without needing to plan for meal breaks or rest stops. Keep in mind that because the route is heavily reliant on US 1, traffic patterns on that 9.2-mile stretch can significantly impact your travel time. It is wise to check real-time traffic conditions before you leave Metuchen to ensure your quick trip remains efficient. Given the low $2 fuel cost, you don't need to stress about specific refueling stops along the way. Use your extra time to enjoy the flexibility this short distance provides for your daily itinerary.
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 7 miles from Metuchen, NJ, or about 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.2 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 13.9 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Elizabethport, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Metuchen, 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 Metuchen, NJ
This is one driving day of about 13.9 miles and 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Metuchen, 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 US 1 for about 9.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7 mi from Metuchen, NJ · 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 13.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7 miles from Metuchen, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Elizabethport, NJ
The final approach into Elizabethport, 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 Elizabethport, 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
$2.30 one way
$4.60 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $2.52 | $5.03 |
| premium | $4.92 | $2.69 | $5.39 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.09 | $6.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.95 | $0.89 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Elizabethport, NJ
Night in Elizabethport on Sunday
Local time
9:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
22 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
27m 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 Metuchen, NJ to Elizabethport, NJ covers 13.9 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 1, Amboy Avenue, I 278. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7 miles from Metuchen, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.30 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 9 significant decision points across 13.9 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: near the start (CR 531 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles (CR 501 / Amboy Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (US 1): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Metuchen, NJ and Elizabethport, NJ, road signs point toward Staten Island, Elizabeth and Linden.
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