Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
31m
Distance
19.7 mi
32 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Colonia, NJ
Aisling Kerr
The drive from Middletown, NJ to Colonia, NJ covers 19.7 miles and takes about 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NJ 35, US 9, New Monmouth Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.7 miles on NJ 35. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.27 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 19.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 31m highway drive covering 19.7 miles, with most of the trip on NJ 35 and US 9. The longest continuous stretch is about 15.7 miles on NJ 35.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 35 and US 9. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near CR 50 / New Monmouth Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 31m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (CR 50 / New Monmouth Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (NJ 35): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto CR 50 / New Monmouth Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto NJ 35
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward NJ 35 North: Rahway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto North Washington Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto South Cliff Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 35 | 15.7 mi | 23m |
| US 9 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| New Monmouth Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Washington Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Saint Georges Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Kings Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Hill Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Cliff Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Middletown, NJ and Colonia, NJ.
Start on CR 50
Turn left onto CR 50
Turn left onto NJ 35
Continue on US 9
Take the exit
Turn straight onto NJ 35
Turn left onto North Washington Avenue
Turn left onto South Hill Road
At end of road, turn right onto South Cliff Road
Arrive at destination
Regular Gas
$3.27 one way
$6.53 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.58 | $7.15 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.82 | $7.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.35 | $8.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.95 |
| Efficient EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.72 | $0.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.76 | $1.26 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Evening in Middletown on Thursday
Local time
6:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Evening in Colonia on Thursday
Local time
6:47 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.
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