Origin
Mine Hill, NJ
Night in Mine Hill on Sunday
Local time
9:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mine Hill, NJ to Union, NJ
Drive Time
39m
Distance
25.6 mi
41 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
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6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Union, NJ
Arjun Gheewala
Trip Overview
Spanning 25.6 miles through the Northeast, this straightforward drive between Mine Hill and Union is a quick trip that typically takes 39 minutes. You can easily complete this journey in a single day, as it functions perfectly as a swift commute or a direct transit across the region. With a fuel budget of approximately $4, it is an economical choice for your travel plans. Since the entire route stays within New Jersey, you will experience a consistent regional feel from start to finish. It is a highly practical drive for those looking to reach their destination without the need for overnight stops or extensive itinerary planning.
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
12.8 miles from Mine Hill, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 65% of your travel occurs on major thoroughfares. Your path primarily utilizes NJ 24, NJ 10, and Route 10 East to navigate the distance efficiently. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 9.3 miles while traveling on NJ 24, which allows for a steady rhythm behind the wheel. The transition between these roads creates a functional blend of highway speed and local connectivity. Because the route is compact, you will find it moves quickly, shifting from the suburban character of Mine Hill toward the more developed landscape of Union.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 24 is the longest continuous segment at about 9.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 24 and NJ 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 25.6 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: at 3.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 10.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.8 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
7
10.9 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward NJ 24 East: Springfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 37
Toward NJ 24 East: Springfield
8
20.9 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City, Newark
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City...
7
21.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 78 East Local: Newark
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 78 East Local: Newark
7
22.4 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward NJ 124 East: Maplewood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 49B
Toward NJ 124 East: Maplewood
Towns Along This Route
Between Mine Hill, NJ and Union, NJ, road signs point toward Morristown Airport, New York City and Newark.
Morristown Airport
9.6 mi in
|
~15m
New York City
20.9 mi in
|
~29m
Newark
20.9 mi in
|
~29m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 24 | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| NJ 10 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Route 10 East | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Vauxhall Road | 2 mi | 5m |
| West Blackwell Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Salem Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Springfield Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 24
— 9.3 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mine Hill, NJ and Union, NJ.
1
Start on Clover Place
149 ft
·
8 sec
·
Clover Place
2
Turn right onto CR 640
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Randolph Avenue
3
Turn straight onto US 46
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
4
Continue on US 46
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
W. Blackwell Street
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on CR 659
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Blackwell Street
6
Turn right onto CR 665
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Salem Street
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on CR 665
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
S. Salem Street
8
Take the ramp
94 ft
·
2 sec
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
10
Merge onto NJ 10
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 10 East
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on NJ 10
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 10
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 287 South: Morristown, Morristown Airport
13
Merge onto I 287
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 287
14
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 37
Toward NJ 24 East: Springfield
Use the slight right lane.
15
Continue on NJ 24
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
NJ 24
Use the none / straight lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City, Newark
Use the none lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 78 East Local: Newark
Use the slight right lane.
18
Merge onto I 78
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 49B
Toward NJ 124 East: Maplewood
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn straight onto NJ 124
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Springfield Avenue
Use the none lane.
21
Turn right onto CR 630
2.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Vauxhall Road
22
Turn left onto Harding Avenue
243 ft
·
10 sec
·
Harding Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
Harding Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the short 39-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should remain aware of typical regional traffic patterns. Since the trip requires zero planned stops, you can easily handle the drive in one go without needing to build in rest breaks. Keep your fuel budget of $4 in mind as you prepare to head out, and ensure your tank is ready for the 25.6-mile trek. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to monitor live traffic updates for NJ 24, as that 9.3-mile stretch is the primary artery where you will spend the bulk of your time. Staying attentive to these highway segments will ensure your arrival in Union is as smooth as possible.
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 12.8 miles from Mine Hill, NJ, or about 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.3 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 25.6 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.8 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mine Hill, 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 Mine Hill, NJ
This is one driving day of about 25.6 miles and 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mine Hill, 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 NJ 24 for about 9.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.8 mi from Mine Hill, NJ · 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 25.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.8 miles from Mine Hill, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Union, NJ
The final approach into Union, 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 Union, 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
$4.24 one way
$8.47 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $4.64 | $9.27 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.96 | $9.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.69 | $11.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
| Efficient EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.24 | $1.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.58 | $1.64 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Union, NJ
Night in Union on Sunday
Local time
9:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
3 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
39m 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 Mine Hill, NJ to Union, NJ covers 25.6 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 24, NJ 10, Route 10 East. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.8 miles from Mine Hill, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.24 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 15 significant decision points across 25.6 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: at 3.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 10.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Mine Hill, NJ and Union, NJ, road signs point toward Morristown Airport, New York City and Newark.
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