Origin
North Wildwood, NJ
Night in North Wildwood on Sunday
Local time
9:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Wildwood, NJ to Bayonne, NJ
Drive Time
3h
Distance
144 mi
232 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 49m
★
6 AM
3h 0m
8 AM
3h 23m
10 AM
3h 8m
12 PM
3h 6m
3 PM
3h 9m
5 PM
3h 22m
8 PM
2h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bayonne, NJ
Malcolm Garret
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel the 144 miles from North Wildwood to Bayonne, expect a straightforward journey that typically takes about 3 hours. This trip is perfectly suited for a single day, as it is designed to be a quick, highway-focused transit through the Northeast corridor. You should budget approximately $24 for fuel to cover the distance. Because this route relies heavily on major arteries, it is a practical choice for those who prioritize efficiency over local meandering. Whether you are heading north for business or a quick change of scenery, the simplicity of this drive makes it an easy addition to your calendar.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
72 miles from North Wildwood, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed experience, as 90% of this journey is spent on major highways. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Garden State Parkway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 120 miles. The drive transitions from the coastal environment of North Wildwood onto the West Shore Expressway before crossing the Bayonne Bridge to reach your destination. It is a classic interstate-focused commute that demands steady focus rather than technical navigation. You will find that the rhythm of the drive remains consistent, providing a predictable pace that allows you to cover significant ground quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Garden State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 120 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and West Shore Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 124.6 miles in near GSP / Garden State Parkway.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 144 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 124.6 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 125.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 25 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
124.6 mi into trip
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~2h 28m in
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GSP / Garden State Parkway
Take the exit onto GSP / Garden State Parkway toward GSP North, US 9 North, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten Island
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 127
Toward GSP North, US 9 North, NJ 440: Woodbridg...
9
125.8 mi into trip
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~2h 30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 9 North, I 287, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 127
Toward US 9 North, I 287, NJ 440: Woodbridge, S...
9
126 mi into trip
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~2h 30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 440: Raritan Center, Perth Amboy, Staten Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 440: Raritan Center, Perth Amboy, Sta...
9
126.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 440 North: Perth Amboy, Staten Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 440 North: Perth Amboy, Staten Island
8
130.3 mi into trip
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~2h 37m in
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NY 440 / West Shore Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 440 / West Shore Expressway toward NY 440 North: West Shore Expressway, Triborough Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NY 440 North: West Shore Expressway, Tri...
Towns Along This Route
Between North Wildwood, NJ and Bayonne, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp North, Staten Island and Perth Amboy.
Gsp North
124.6 mi in
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~2h 28m
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via GSP
Staten Island
124.6 mi in
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~2h 28m
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via GSP
Perth Amboy
126 mi in
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~2h 30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 120 mi | 2h 20m |
| West Shore Expressway | 5.4 mi | 8m |
| Bayonne Bridge | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| NJ 440 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| North Wildwood Boulevard | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Victory Boulevard | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West Spruce Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 120 mi, about 2h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Wildwood, NJ and Bayonne, NJ.
1
Start on East 12th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
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East 12th Avenue
2
Turn right onto CR 621; OD
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
New Jersey Avenue
3
Continue on CR 621; OD
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
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West Anglesea Drive
4
Continue on NJ 147; OD
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
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West Spruce Avenue
5
Continue on NJ 147; OD
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
North Wildwood Boulevard
6
Turn slight right
432 ft
·
15 sec
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 6
Toward GSP Toll North: Garden State Parkway
8
Merge onto GSP
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
10
Merge onto GSP
34 mi
·
39 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP
50 mi
·
58 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
13
Continue on GSP
22 mi
·
26 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit onto GSP
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Exit 127
Toward GSP North, US 9 North, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten Island
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 127
Toward US 9 North, I 287, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten Island
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward NJ 440: Raritan Center, Perth Amboy, Staten Island
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward NJ 440 North: Perth Amboy, Staten Island
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward NJ 440 North: Staten Island
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto NJ 440
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 440
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Use the none lane.
22
Merge onto NY 440
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
West Shore Expressway
Use the none lane.
23
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 440
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
West Shore Expressway
Toward NY 440 North: West Shore Expressway, Triborough Bridge
Use the slight right lane.
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 7
Toward Victory Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Continue on East Service Road
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
East Service Road
26
Turn right onto Victory Boulevard
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Victory Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
27
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward NY 440 North, I 278 West: Bayonne Bridge, Staten Island Expressway, Goethals Bridge
Use the left lane.
28
Continue on NY 440
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
Use the none lane.
29
Continue on NY 440
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Bayonne Bridge
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
30
Turn left onto East 30th Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
East 30th Street
Use the left lane.
31
Turn left onto Avenue E
268 ft
·
11 sec
·
Avenue E
32
Turn right onto East 29th Street
0.1 mi
·
37 sec
·
East 29th Street
33
Turn right onto Broadway
54 ft
·
1 sec
·
Broadway
34
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 3-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh, especially since the vast majority of your time will be spent behind the wheel on the parkway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before starting, as the $24 estimate can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency and idling time in potential congestion. Because the route is so highway-dependent, verify bridge and road conditions on the Bayonne Bridge before you depart to ensure your final approach into the city goes smoothly.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72 miles from North Wildwood, NJ, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 120 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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72 miles or 1h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bayonne, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North Wildwood, 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 North Wildwood, NJ
This is one driving day of about 144 miles and 3h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North Wildwood, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Garden State Parkway for about 120 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72 mi from North Wildwood, NJ · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72 miles from North Wildwood, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Garden State Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 120 miles.
Arriving in Bayonne, NJ
The final approach into Bayonne, 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 Bayonne, NJ.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.83 one way
$47.66 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $26.07 | $52.15 |
| premium | $4.92 | $27.90 | $55.81 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $31.99 | $63.98 |
Estimated Tolls: $23.19
Bayonne Bridge
$16.00
Garden State Parkway
(120 mi)
$7.19
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.2 | 0 | $15.12 | $6.91 |
| Efficient EV | 36 | 0 | $12.60 | $5.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.6 | 0 | $20.16 | $9.22 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% 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
Bayonne, NJ
Night in Bayonne on Sunday
Local time
9:35 PM
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
5 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
3h 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 North Wildwood, NJ to Bayonne, NJ covers 144 miles and takes about 3h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, West Shore Expressway, Bayonne Bridge. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72 miles from North Wildwood, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.83 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 144 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 124.6 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 125.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between North Wildwood, NJ and Bayonne, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp North, Staten Island and Perth Amboy.
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