Origin
Montville, NJ
Late night in Montville on Monday
Local time
12:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montville, NJ to Elizabethport, NJ
Drive Time
44m
Distance
30.1 mi
49 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
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6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montville, NJ
David Kanigan
Elizabethport, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Trip Overview
Traveling from Montville to Elizabethport covers 30.1 miles of New Jersey terrain, a quick jaunt that typically takes about 44 minutes. Because of the short distance, this trip is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You can expect to spend approximately $5 on fuel for the entire journey. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares like NJ 24, I-287, and the Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway. It is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that connects two Northeast communities efficiently, making it ideal for those who prefer speed and predictability over winding backroads.
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
15.1 miles from Montville, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed experience, as 68% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend a significant portion of your time navigating fast-paced lanes, with your longest uninterrupted stretch lasting 9.3 miles on NJ 24. The personality of this drive is strictly utilitarian, prioritizing direct connections over scenic detours. As you transition between the interstate and the expressway, the environment shifts from suburban corridors to more densely connected transit paths. Staying focused is key, as the high percentage of highway travel means you will be moving at steady speeds for the majority of your 44-minute transit.
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 I 287. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 30.1 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 8.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
8.2 mi into trip
|
~11m 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
18.2 mi into trip
|
~23m 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
18.6 mi into trip
|
~23m 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
8
23.4 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward Hillside, Irvington
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 54
Toward Hillside, Irvington
8
23.6 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Hillside
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Hillside
Towns Along This Route
Between Montville, NJ and Elizabethport, NJ, road signs point toward New York City, Newark, Hillside and Irvington.
New York City
18.2 mi in
|
~23m
Newark
18.2 mi in
|
~23m
Hillside
23.4 mi in
|
~29m
Irvington
23.4 mi in
|
~29m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 24 | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| I 287 | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Elizabeth Avenue | 1.4 mi | 4m |
| Spring Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| North Broad Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| North Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Myrtle 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 Montville, NJ and Elizabethport, NJ.
1
Start on US 202
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Main Road
2
Continue on US 202
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Myrtle Avenue
Use the straight lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 287 South
4
Merge onto I 287
6.7 mi
·
8 min
·
I 287
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 37
Toward NJ 24 East: Springfield
Use the slight right lane.
6
Continue on NJ 24
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
NJ 24
Use the none / straight lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City, Newark
Use the none lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 78 East Local: Newark
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 78
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 54
Toward Hillside, Irvington
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
Toward Hillside
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on Winans Avenue
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Winans Avenue
13
Turn right onto Liberty Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Liberty Avenue
14
Turn left onto CR 628
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Hillside Avenue
15
Continue on CR 628
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Hillside Avenue
16
At end of road, turn right onto CR 623
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Broad Street
17
Turn left onto NJ 439
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Avenue
18
Turn right onto Spring Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Spring Street
19
Turn straight onto West Mravlag Place
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Mravlag Place
20
Turn left onto Elizabeth Avenue
1.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Elizabeth Avenue
21
Turn left onto 1st Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Street
22
Turn left onto Broadway
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Broadway
23
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 30.1-mile drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, given that the route relies on major highways, checking for peak traffic congestion on NJ 24 and the Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway before you leave is a smart move. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the duration is brief enough to complete in one go. Keep your $5 fuel budget in mind, but ensure your tank is topped off before you hit the highway to avoid unnecessary deviations. Making your trip during off-peak hours will help you maintain a consistent pace and avoid the common bottlenecks associated with these major New Jersey arteries.
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 15.1 miles from Montville, NJ, or about 19m 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 30.1 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.1 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Elizabethport, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Montville, 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 Montville, NJ
This is one driving day of about 30.1 miles and 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Montville, 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 15.1 mi from Montville, NJ · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.1 miles from Montville, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Elizabethport, NJ
The final approach into Elizabethport, 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 Elizabethport, 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
$4.98 one way
$9.96 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $5.45 | $10.90 |
| premium | $4.92 | $5.83 | $11.67 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.69 | $13.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.93 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Elizabethport, NJ
Late night in Elizabethport on Monday
Local time
12:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
44m 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 Montville, NJ to Elizabethport, NJ covers 30.1 miles and takes about 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 24, I 287, Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.1 miles from Montville, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.98 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 16 significant decision points across 30.1 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 8.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Montville, NJ and Elizabethport, NJ, road signs point toward New York City, Newark, Hillside and Irvington.
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