Origin
North Wildwood, NJ
Evening in North Wildwood on Sunday
Local time
7:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Wildwood, NJ to Edison, NJ
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
130.2 mi
209 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
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6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 48m
12 PM
2h 46m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edison, NJ
Garrison Gao
Trip Overview
If you are planning to head north from North Wildwood to Edison, you are looking at a manageable 130.2-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes. Because the trip is straightforward, it works perfectly as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $22 for fuel to cover the distance. Since both the origin and destination are located within the Northeast, you can expect a familiar, consistent regional driving experience throughout the trip. With only one recommended stop, it is an efficient route that connects the coast to the heart of New Jersey.
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
65.1 miles from North Wildwood, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive, as 93% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on high-speed roads. You will spend the vast majority of your trip on the Garden State Parkway, which accounts for a significant 90.4-mile stretch of the journey. Beyond that main artery, your route will transition onto NJ 18 and NJ 34 to navigate toward your destination. While the experience is primarily a fast-paced interstate grind, the shift between these specific highways keeps the route from feeling entirely uniform. You will find that the road remains consistent and predictable, allowing for steady progress as you move through the region.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 32 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 90.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and NJ 18. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 130.2 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 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 95.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 24 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
4.7 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward GSP Toll North: Garden State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 6
Toward GSP Toll North: Garden State Parkway
8
95.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 53m in
Take the exit toward NJ 138 East, I 195 West, NJ 34: Belmar, Trenton
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 98
Toward NJ 138 East, I 195 West, NJ 34: Belmar,...
8
96.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m in
Keep slight left at fork toward GSP North, I 195 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward GSP North, I 195 West
8
96.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 195 West: Trenton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 195 West: Trenton
8
96.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
Take the exit toward NJ 34 North: Matawan
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 35B
Toward NJ 34 North: Matawan
Towns Along This Route
Between North Wildwood, NJ and Edison, NJ, road signs point toward Trenton and Gsp North.
Trenton
95.7 mi in
|
~1h 53m
Gsp North
96.1 mi in
|
~1h 54m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 90.4 mi | 1h 45m |
| NJ 18 | 21.4 mi | 24m |
| NJ 34 | 7 mi | 9m |
| North Wildwood Boulevard | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| US 1 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Plainfield Avenue | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| NJ 33 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West Spruce Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 90.4 mi, about 1h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Wildwood, NJ and Edison, NJ.
1
Start on East 12th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
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
·
West Anglesea Drive
4
Continue on NJ 147; OD
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
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
44 mi
·
51 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 98
Toward NJ 138 East, I 195 West, NJ 34: Belmar, Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward GSP North, I 195 West
Use the none lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 195 West: Trenton
Use the right lane.
15
Merge onto NJ 138
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
NJ 138
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 35B
Toward NJ 34 North: Matawan
Use the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto NJ 34
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 34
18
Enter roundabout onto NJ 33; NJ 34
451 ft
·
6 sec
·
NJ 33; NJ 34
19
Continue on NJ 33; NJ 34
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 33; NJ 34
20
Take the exit onto NJ 34
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 34
Use the straight lane.
21
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick
22
Merge onto NJ 18
21 mi
·
24 min
·
NJ 18
Use the none lane.
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward US 1 North: Newark
Use the left / slight right lanes.
24
Merge onto US 1
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1
25
Continue on US 1
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 1
Use the none lane.
26
Continue on US 1
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 1
Use the none lane.
27
Continue on US 1
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 1
Use the none lane.
28
Turn right
462 ft
·
39 sec
29
At end of road, turn left onto CR 529
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Plainfield Avenue
Use the none lane.
30
Turn left onto Central Avenue
345 ft
·
17 sec
·
Central Avenue
31
Turn right onto Reed Street
523 ft
·
28 sec
·
Reed Street
32
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 2-hour and 40-minute drive, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours on the Garden State Parkway. Since you have only one planned stop, use that break strategically to refuel or stretch your legs before tackling the final stretch toward Edison. Keep in mind that the highway-heavy nature of this trip means your fuel consumption will be steady, so keep that $22 budget in mind as you plan your stops. Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace based on how you feel. A helpful tip for this specific route is to monitor local traffic reports for the Parkway, as it is the backbone of your journey and the most likely place to encounter delays.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.1 miles from North Wildwood, NJ, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.4 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 65.1 miles or 1h 17m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edison, 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 130.2 miles and 2h 40m.
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 90.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.1 mi from North Wildwood, NJ · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 65.1 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 90.4 miles.
Arriving in Edison, NJ
The final approach into Edison, 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 Edison, 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
$21.54 one way
$43.09 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $23.57 | $47.15 |
| premium | $4.92 | $25.23 | $50.46 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $28.93 | $57.85 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.42
Garden State Parkway
(90.4 mi)
$5.42
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
$22
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.1 | 0 | $13.67 | $6.25 |
| Efficient EV | 32.6 | 0 | $11.39 | $5.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.1 | 0 | $18.23 | $8.33 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Edison, NJ
Evening in Edison on Sunday
Local time
7:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
4 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
2h 40m 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 Edison, NJ covers 130.2 miles and takes about 2h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, NJ 18, NJ 34. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.1 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 $21.54 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.
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 24 significant decision points across 130.2 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 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 95.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between North Wildwood, NJ and Edison, NJ, road signs point toward Trenton and Gsp North.
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