Origin
Middletown, NJ
Afternoon in Middletown on Wednesday
Local time
4:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Middletown, NJ to Roseland, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
43.2 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 58m
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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Roseland, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Middletown, NJ to Roseland, NJ covers 43.2 miles and takes about 1h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on New Monmouth Road, GSP, Local for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.16 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
21.6 miles from Middletown, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 1m drive with frequent turns across 43.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New Monmouth Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Middletown, NJ to Roseland, NJ is easy. At 1h 1m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Middletown, NJ to Roseland, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Monmouth Road | — | — |
| GSP | — | — |
| Local | — | — |
| Garden State Parkway | — | — |
| I 280 | — | — |
| I 280 West | — | — |
| Essex Freeway | — | — |
| CR 527 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
New Monmouth Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middletown, NJ and Roseland, NJ.
1
Start on Kings Highway
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Kings Highway
2
Turn left onto New Monmouth Road
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
New Monmouth Road
3
Turn left
5.2 mi
·
8 min
4
Take the exit slight left toward GSP: Clark Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
GSP: Clark Street
5
Keep slight right to continue on Local, All Exits
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Local, All Exits
6
Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
28 mi
·
38 min
·
Garden State Parkway
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 280, CR 508: Newark, The Oranges
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 280, CR 508: Newark, The Oranges
8
Continue on I 280, CR 508: Newark, The Oranges
161 ft
·
4 sec
·
I 280, CR 508: Newark, The Oranges
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 280 West, I 280 East: Orange, West Orange, Newark, Harrison
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 280 West, I 280 East: Orange, West Orange, Newark, Harrison
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 280 West: The Oranges
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 280 West: The Oranges
11
Keep slight left to continue on I 280 West: The Oranges
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
I 280 West: The Oranges
12
Merge slight left onto Essex Freeway
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Essex Freeway
13
Take the exit slight right toward CR 527 North: The Caldwells, Livingston
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
CR 527 North: The Caldwells, Livingston
14
Turn straight
0.7 mi
·
1 min
15
Turn right onto Eagle Rock Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Eagle Rock Avenue
16
Turn right
30 ft
·
2 sec
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 21.6 miles from Middletown, NJ, or about 30m into the drive.
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 10 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.6 miles or 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Roseland, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Middletown, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Middletown, NJ
This is one driving day of about 43.2 miles and 1h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 10 miles from Middletown, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.6 mi from Middletown, NJ · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.6 miles from Middletown, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Roseland, NJ
The final approach into Roseland, 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
$7.16 one way
$14.32 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.84 | $15.69 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.38 | $16.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.54 | $19.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13 | 0 | $4.54 | $2.07 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.78 | $1.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Roseland, NJ
Afternoon in Roseland on Wednesday
Local time
4:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°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
22 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 1m 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 Roseland, NJ covers 43.2 miles and takes about 1h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Monmouth Road, GSP, Local. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.6 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 $7.16 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.
The drive from Middletown, NJ to Roseland, NJ is easy. At 1h 1m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Middletown, NJ to Roseland, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Middletown, NJ to Roseland, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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