Origin
North Wildwood, NJ
Late night in North Wildwood on Monday
Local time
12:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Wildwood, NJ to Elizabethport, NJ
Drive Time
2h 52m
Distance
139.2 mi
224 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 42m
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6 AM
2h 53m
8 AM
3h 15m
10 AM
3h 1m
12 PM
2h 58m
3 PM
3h 2m
5 PM
3h 14m
8 PM
2h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elizabethport, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Trip Overview
Traveling from North Wildwood to Elizabethport covers 139.2 miles of New Jersey landscape, typically taking about 2 hours and 52 minutes of driving time. Because this is a straightforward, highway-focused journey, it is easily manageable as a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $23 for fuel to complete the trek. The route transitions from the coastal environment of North Wildwood through the Northeast region toward the urban hubs near Elizabethport. Since 92% of your travel occurs on major highways, expect a direct and efficient experience. This drive is ideal for those who prioritize speed and simplicity over winding backroads.
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
69.6 miles from North Wildwood, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is defined by its reliance on major arterial roads, specifically North Wildwood Boulevard, the Garden State Parkway, and the New Jersey Turnpike. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the Garden State Parkway, which claims the longest stretch of your journey at 121.5 miles. The experience is primarily a high-speed highway grind, offering a consistent pace as you move north through the state. Expect the character of the road to remain uniform, focusing on efficiency rather than technical curves or scenic detours. With such a high percentage of highway driving, your time behind the wheel will be characterized by steady cruising.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 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 121.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and New Jersey Turnpike. 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 20 significant decision points across 139.2 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 51.5 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 127.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
4.7 mi into trip
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~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
6
51.5 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
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GSP / Garden State Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
127.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
Take the exit toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, 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 129
Toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Trenton
8
135.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 42m in
Take the exit toward I 278: Elizabeth, 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 13
Toward I 278: Elizabeth, Staten Island
7
137.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 439: Elizabeth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward NJ 439: Elizabeth
Towns Along This Route
Between North Wildwood, NJ and Elizabethport, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New York City, Trenton and Njtp North: New York City.
Njtp: New York City
127.3 mi in
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~2h 31m
Trenton
127.3 mi in
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~2h 31m
Njtp North: New York City
128.3 mi in
|
~2h 34m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 121.5 mi | 2h 22m |
| New Jersey Turnpike | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| North Wildwood Boulevard | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| South 1st Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Spruce Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 3rd Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| New Jersey Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West Anglesea Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 121.5 mi, about 2h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Wildwood, NJ and Elizabethport, 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
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
25 mi
·
30 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 129
Toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
16
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
17
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
this road
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
19
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the none lane.
20
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
2 min
Exit 13
Toward I 278: Elizabeth, Staten Island
Use the slight right lane.
21
Turn straight
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 278 West, NJ 439: Elizabeth, Linden
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
Toward NJ 439: Elizabeth
Use the none lane.
23
Turn right
142 ft
·
14 sec
Toward Goethals Bridge
24
Turn sharp right onto NJ 439
468 ft
·
9 sec
·
Brunswick Avenue
25
Continue on NJ 439
379 ft
·
14 sec
·
Brunswick Avenue
26
Continue on Cole Place
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Cole Place
Use the straight / left lanes.
27
Continue on Atlantic Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Atlantic Street
28
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
3rd Avenue
29
At end of road, turn left onto South 1st Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South 1st Street
30
Turn left onto Broadway
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Broadway
31
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 2-hour and 52-minute drive, try to time your departure to avoid peak commuting hours on the Garden State Parkway and New Jersey Turnpike. While the trip is short enough to drive in one go, planning for at least one stop will help you stay alert during the long 121.5-mile stretch on the Parkway. Keep an eye on your fuel levels before merging onto the major turnpikes to ensure you don't pay premium prices at rest stops. Since you only have one planned stop, use it to stretch your legs and reset before the final leg into Elizabethport. Flexibility is your best asset here, so check traffic reports for the Parkway before you pull out of North Wildwood.
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 69.6 miles from North Wildwood, NJ, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 121.5 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 69.6 miles or 1h 23m 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 15m
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 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 139.2 miles and 2h 52m.
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 121.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.6 mi from North Wildwood, NJ · 1h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 69.6 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 121.5 miles.
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.
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
$23.03 one way
$46.07 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $25.20 | $50.41 |
| premium | $4.92 | $26.97 | $53.95 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $30.93 | $61.85 |
Estimated Tolls: $8.18
Garden State Parkway
(121.5 mi)
$7.28
New Jersey Turnpike
(6.4 mi)
$0.90
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
$23
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.62 | $6.68 |
| Efficient EV | 34.8 | 0 | $12.18 | $5.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.7 | 0 | $19.49 | $8.91 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Elizabethport, NJ
Late night in Elizabethport on Monday
Local time
12:12 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
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
2h 52m 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 Elizabethport, NJ covers 139.2 miles and takes about 2h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, New Jersey Turnpike, North Wildwood Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.6 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 $23.03 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 20 significant decision points across 139.2 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 51.5 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 127.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between North Wildwood, NJ and Elizabethport, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New York City, Trenton and Njtp North: New York City.
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