Origin
Middletown, NJ
Morning in Middletown on Saturday
Local time
8:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Middletown, NJ to Park Ridge, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
59.3 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 21m
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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Park Ridge, NJ
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
The drive from Middletown, NJ to Park Ridge, NJ covers 59.3 miles and takes about 1h 25m 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, NJ 35, Pascack Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 48.6 miles on Garden State Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.83 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 59.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 25m highway drive covering 59.3 miles, with most of the trip on Garden State Parkway and NJ 35. The longest continuous stretch is about 48.6 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 15 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 48.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and NJ 35. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.3 miles you will encounter 10 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 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
5.7 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward GSP: Clark Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward GSP: Clark Street
8
6.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Local, All Exits
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Local, All Exits
8
55 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward CR 502: Washington, Westwood
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 168
Toward CR 502: Washington, Westwood
8
55.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CR 502 West: Ho-Ho-Kus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward CR 502 West: Ho-Ho-Kus
7
55.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
CR 502 / Washington Avenue
Turn left onto CR 502 / Washington Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left 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 Park Ridge, NJ, road signs point toward Local, All Exits, Cr 502: Washington, Westwood and Cr 502 West: Ho-Ho-Kus.
Local
6.2 mi in
|
~10m
All Exits
6.2 mi in
|
~10m
Cr 502: Washington
55 mi in
|
~1h 16m
Westwood
55 mi in
|
~1h 16m
Cr 502 West: Ho-Ho-Kus
55.2 mi in
|
~1h 16m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 48.6 mi | 1h 5m |
| NJ 35 | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| Pascack Road | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Werimus Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Woodcliff Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Van Emburgh Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| New Monmouth Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 48.6 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middletown, NJ and Park Ridge, 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
5.2 mi
·
8 min
·
NJ 35
Use the right lane.
4
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward GSP: Clark Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
Toward Local, All Exits
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto GSP
49 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 168
Toward CR 502: Washington, Westwood
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
114 ft
·
10 sec
Toward CR 502 West: Ho-Ho-Kus
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto CR 502
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Washington Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto CR 71
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Van Emburgh Avenue
11
Continue on CR 71; CR 112
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Werimus Road
12
Continue on CR 71
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Werimus Road
13
Turn right onto CR 90
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodcliff Avenue
14
Turn left onto CR 63
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Pascack Road
15
Arrive at destination
CR 63
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.6 mi from Middletown, NJ · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.6 miles from Middletown, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Park Ridge, NJ
The final approach into Park Ridge, NJ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.83 one way
$19.66 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.77 | $21.53 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.50 | $23.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.09 | $26.19 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.92
Garden State Parkway
(48.6 mi)
$2.92
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$3
Total
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.23 | $2.85 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.19 | $2.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.30 | $3.80 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Park Ridge, NJ
Morning in Park Ridge on Saturday
Local time
8:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 25m 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 Park Ridge, NJ covers 59.3 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, NJ 35, Pascack Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.6 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 $9.83 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.3 miles you will encounter 10 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 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Middletown, NJ and Park Ridge, NJ, road signs point toward Local, All Exits, Cr 502: Washington, Westwood and Cr 502 West: Ho-Ho-Kus.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park and Morristown 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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