Origin
Middletown, NJ
Evening in Middletown on Friday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Middletown, NJ to Bradley Gardens, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
37.9 mi
61 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Middletown, NJ
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Bradley Gardens, NJ
Mike Norris
Trip Overview
Middletown, NJ to Bradley Gardens, NJ is 37.9 miles and takes about 55 minutes via NJ 35 and I-287, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick trip stays within New Jersey, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive that primarily utilizes major roadways, making it a convenient option for a short hop. If you're looking for an easy commute or a simple transfer between these two points, this route is a solid choice, offering minimal fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 37.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 88% of the journey on faster roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 14.2 miles on NJ 35, offering a consistent pace before transitioning to other main roads like I-287 and US 22. Expect a driving experience characterized by efficient travel and relatively few interruptions. The profile suggests a drive where maintaining speed is generally possible, making it a predictable and time-efficient segment.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 35 is the longest continuous segment at about 14.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 35 and I 287. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 37.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 15 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
14.7 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward NJ 440: Raritan Center, Perth Amboy, 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.
Toward NJ 440: Raritan Center, Perth Amboy, Sta...
8
14.9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 440 South: Raritan Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 440 South: Raritan Center
7
15 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 440 South: Raritan Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 440 South: Raritan Center
7
31.5 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward US 22 West: Clinton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 14B
Toward US 22 West: Clinton
6
36 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
CR 567 / First Avenue
Turn left onto CR 567 / First Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Middletown, NJ and Bradley Gardens, NJ, road signs point toward Perth Amboy, Staten Island, Princeton, Raritan and Cr 567: Raritan.
Perth Amboy
14.7 mi in
|
~22m
Staten Island
14.7 mi in
|
~22m
Princeton
34.5 mi in
|
~47m
Raritan
34.5 mi in
|
~47m
Cr 567: Raritan
35.9 mi in
|
~49m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 35 | 14.2 mi | 21m |
| I 287 | 14 mi | 16m |
| US 22 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| NJ 440 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| US 202 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Old York Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| First Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| New Monmouth Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 35
— 14.2 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middletown, NJ and Bradley Gardens, NJ.
1
Start on CR 50
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Kings Highway
2
Turn left onto CR 50
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
New Monmouth Road
3
Turn left onto NJ 35
14 mi
·
21 min
·
NJ 35
Use the right lane.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward NJ 440: Raritan Center, Perth Amboy, Staten Island
Use the slight right lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork
420 ft
·
10 sec
Toward NJ 440 South: Raritan Center
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Toward NJ 440 South: Raritan Center
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJ 440
8
Merge onto NJ 440
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
NJ 440
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 287
14 mi
·
16 min
·
I 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 14B
Toward US 22 West: Clinton
Use the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto US 22
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 22
12
Continue on US 22
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
US 22
Use the right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Flemington, Princeton, Raritan
14
Merge onto US 202; US 206
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 202; US 206
15
Take the exit
482 ft
·
19 sec
Toward CR 567: Raritan
16
Turn left onto CR 567
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
First Avenue
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn right onto CR 567
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
West Somerset Street
18
Continue on CR 567
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Old York Road
19
Turn right onto Maple Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Maple Street
20
Arrive at destination
Maple Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19 mi from Middletown, NJ · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19 miles from Middletown, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bradley Gardens, NJ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Bradley Gardens, NJ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.28 one way
$12.57 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.88 | $13.76 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.35 | $14.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.37 | $16.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.98 | $1.82 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.31 | $2.43 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Bradley Gardens, NJ
Evening in Bradley Gardens on Friday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
24 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
55m 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 Middletown, NJ to Bradley Gardens, NJ covers 37.9 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 35, I 287, US 22. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19 miles from Middletown, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.28 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 short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 37.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 15 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Middletown, NJ and Bradley Gardens, NJ, road signs point toward Perth Amboy, Staten Island, Princeton, Raritan and Cr 567: Raritan.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Morristown National Historical Park, Gateway National Recreation Area and Thomas Edison National Historical Park. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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