Origin
Newark, NJ
Late night in Newark on Friday
Local time
1:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newark, NJ to Colonia, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
26m
Distance
14.2 mi
23 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colonia, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Trip Overview
The drive from Newark, NJ to Colonia, NJ covers 14.2 miles and takes about 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 1, McCarter Highway, Mulberry Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.8 miles on US 1. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.35 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 26m. Total distance: 14.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 26m highway drive covering 14.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 1 and McCarter Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 10.8 miles on US 1.
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.
US 1 is the longest continuous segment at about 10.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 1 and McCarter Highway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Mulberry Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 14.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.2 miles (Mulberry Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.6 miles (NJ 35 / Saint Georges Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Mulberry Street
Turn right onto Mulberry Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
13.4 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward NJ 35: Rahway, The Amboys
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 35: Rahway, The Amboys
5
13.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
NJ 35 / Saint Georges Avenue
Turn right onto NJ 35 / Saint Georges Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
13.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
North Washington Avenue
Turn left onto North Washington Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
14.2 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
South Cliff Road
At end of road, turn right onto South Cliff Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Newark, NJ to Colonia, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward The Amboys along the way.
The Amboys
13.4 mi in
|
~23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 1 | 10.8 mi | 17m |
| McCarter Highway | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Mulberry Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Washington Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Carlton Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Saint Georges Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Market Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Hill Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 1
— 10.8 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newark, NJ and Colonia, NJ.
1
Start on CR 510
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Market Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Turn right onto Mulberry Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Mulberry Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn slight right onto NJ 21
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
McCarter Highway
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto US 1; US 9
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 1; US 9
5
Continue on US 1; US 9
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on US Route 1/9 Southbound
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Carlton Street
7
Continue on US 1; US 9
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Continue on US 1; US 9
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
US 1; US 9
9
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward NJ 35: Rahway, The Amboys
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto NJ 35
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Saint Georges Avenue
12
Turn left onto North Washington Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Washington Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto South Hill Road
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
South Hill Road
14
At end of road, turn right onto South Cliff Road
187 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Cliff Road
15
Arrive at destination
South Cliff Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.35 one way
$4.71 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.58 | $5.16 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.75 | $5.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.14 | $6.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.49 | $0.68 |
| Efficient EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.24 | $0.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.99 | $0.91 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Colonia, NJ
Late night in Colonia on Friday
Local time
1:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
10 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
26m 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 Newark, NJ to Colonia, NJ covers 14.2 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 1, McCarter Highway, Mulberry 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 7.1 miles from Newark, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.35 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 14.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.2 miles (Mulberry Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.6 miles (NJ 35 / Saint Georges Avenue): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Newark, NJ to Colonia, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward The Amboys along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.
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