Origin
Morganville, NJ
Late night in Morganville on Monday
Local time
1:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morganville, NJ to Middletown, NJ
Drive Time
16m
Distance
10.5 mi
17 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
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6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 17m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 19m
8 PM
0h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morganville, NJ
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Middletown, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip from Morganville to Middletown, you are looking at a straightforward 10.5-mile journey. Expect to spend about 16 minutes on the road, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $2, this drive is as economical as it is efficient. The route primarily utilizes NJ 35, NJ 79, and Main Street to navigate through the Northeast region of New Jersey. Since the entire trip is quite short, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to head out whenever it suits your needs best.
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
5.3 miles from Morganville, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 72 percent of this drive takes place on major roads. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating NJ 35, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 5.8 miles. While the route transitions from highway speeds to local roads, the overall pace remains consistent and predictable. You will find that the drive maintains a steady flow, moving you efficiently from your starting point to your destination without the need for any scheduled stops along the way.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 35 is the longest continuous segment at about 5.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 35 and NJ 79. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 4.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 16m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (NJ 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.1 miles (CR 50 / New Monmouth Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
4.3 mi into trip
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~6m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
4.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
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NJ 35
Merge onto NJ 35
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
3
10.1 mi into trip
|
~15m in
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CR 50 / New Monmouth Road
Turn right onto CR 50 / New Monmouth Road
Navigation decision point
5
10.3 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
CR 50 / Kings Highway
At end of road, turn right onto CR 50 / Kings Highway
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 35 | 5.8 mi | 9m |
| NJ 79 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Lower Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| New Monmouth Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Maple Place | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Kings Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 35
— 5.8 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morganville, NJ and Middletown, NJ.
1
Start on NJ 79
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
NJ 79
Use the none lane.
2
Continue on NJ 79; CR 3
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 79; CR 3
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Continue on NJ 79
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on CR 516
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lower Main Street
5
Continue on CR 516
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Maple Place
6
Take the ramp
197 ft
·
5 sec
7
Merge onto NJ 35
5.8 mi
·
9 min
·
NJ 35
Use the none lane.
8
Turn right onto CR 50
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
New Monmouth Road
9
At end of road, turn right onto CR 50
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Kings Highway
10
Arrive at destination
CR 50
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief 16-minute excursion, you do not need to worry about complex pacing or rest stop planning. Use the flexibility of this short distance to your advantage by checking local traffic patterns on NJ 35 before you head out to ensure the smoothest transit. Because the total fuel cost is only about $2, you can easily manage your budget without extra preparation. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay alert as you transition between NJ 79 and the main highway stretches, as the road character shifts slightly when moving onto Main Street. Keep your focus on the road signage to make the transition between these primary thoroughfares seamless.
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 5.3 miles from Morganville, NJ, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.8 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 10.5 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.3 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Middletown, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Morganville, 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 Morganville, NJ
This is one driving day of about 10.5 miles and 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Morganville, 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 35 for about 5.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.3 mi from Morganville, NJ · 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 10.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.3 miles from Morganville, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Middletown, NJ
The final approach into Middletown, 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 Middletown, 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
$1.74 one way
$3.47 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $1.90 | $3.80 |
| premium | $4.92 | $2.03 | $4.07 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.33 | $4.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.10 | $0.50 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.92 | $0.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Middletown, NJ
Late night in Middletown on Monday
Local time
1:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
16m 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 Morganville, NJ to Middletown, NJ covers 10.5 miles and takes about 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 35, NJ 79, Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.3 miles from Morganville, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.74 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 straightforward 16m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (NJ 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.1 miles (CR 50 / New Monmouth Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Morganville, NJ to Middletown, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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