Origin
Old Bridge, NJ
Evening in Old Bridge on Wednesday
Local time
8:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Old Bridge, NJ to New Brunswick, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
13m
Distance
8.2 mi
13 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Old Bridge, NJ
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New Brunswick, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick commute between Old Bridge and New Brunswick, this 8.2-mile trip is an incredibly efficient option. You can expect to reach your destination in just 13 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting for this drive is remarkably simple, as you will likely only spend about $1 on fuel. Since both locations are situated in the Northeast, you will remain within the same regional climate and atmosphere for the duration of the journey. This highway-focused path is straightforward and reliable, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B without any unnecessary detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
4.1 miles from Old Bridge, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is defined by its efficiency, with 84% of your travel occurring on highway terrain. You will spend the bulk of your time on State Route 18, which accounts for a 6.2-mile stretch of the journey. The transition from the highway to local roads like Suydam Street and the Route 18 Service Road is quick and functional. Expect a fast-paced experience rather than a leisurely scenic crawl, as the route is designed for commuters navigating New Jersey’s road network. Behind the wheel, you will find the road character remains consistent and predictable, allowing for a steady, focused drive from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 18 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 18 and Suydam Street. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CR 527 / Old Bridge Turnpike.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 8.2 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 0.1 miles (CR 527 / Old Bridge Turnpike): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles (CR 527): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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CR 527 / Old Bridge Turnpike
Turn right onto CR 527 / Old Bridge Turnpike
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
7
6.5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
CR 527
Take the exit onto CR 527 toward NJ 172: New Brunswick, Cook/Douglass Campus, Paul Robeson Boulevard, New Street, Highland Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 172: New Brunswick, Cook/Douglass Cam...
6
7.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
Paul Robeson Boulevard
Turn left onto Paul Robeson Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
8.2 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Delavan Street
Turn right onto Delavan Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Old Bridge, NJ and New Brunswick, NJ, road signs point toward Cook/Douglass Campus and Highland Park.
Cook/Douglass Campus
6.5 mi in
|
~9m
|
via CR 527
Highland Park
6.5 mi in
|
~9m
|
via CR 527
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 18 | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Suydam Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Route 18 Service Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Paul Robeson Boulevard | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Livingston Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| CR 527 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Old Bridge Turnpike | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 18
— 6.2 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Old Bridge, NJ and New Brunswick, NJ.
1
Start on CR 615
400 ft
·
12 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto CR 527
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Old Bridge Turnpike
3
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
4
Merge onto NJ 18
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
State Route 18
5
Take the exit onto CR 527
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
CR 527
Toward NJ 172: New Brunswick, Cook/Douglass Campus, Paul Robeson Boulevard, New Street, Highland Park
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn straight onto Route 18 Service Road
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Route 18 Service Road
Toward NJ 18 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left onto Paul Robeson Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Paul Robeson Boulevard
Use the left lane.
8
Turn right onto Suydam Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Suydam Street
9
Turn left onto CR 691
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Livingston Avenue
10
Turn right onto Delavan Street
68 ft
·
3 sec
·
Delavan Street
11
Arrive at destination
Delavan Street
Trip Plan
Because this is such a brief 13-minute excursion, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since there are zero planned stops along the 8.2-mile route, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing to build in rest breaks. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition from State Route 18 onto the local service roads, as these exits can come up quickly. If you want to avoid potential traffic congestion, try to plan your departure outside of standard peak commuting hours. Given the minimal fuel cost of $1, you won't need to stress about refueling before you head out, making this a low-maintenance trip for any driver.
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 4.1 miles from Old Bridge, NJ, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.2 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 8 miles or 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.1 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Brunswick, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Old Bridge, NJ.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Old Bridge, NJ
This is one driving day of about 8.2 miles and 13m.
At 8.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on State Route 18 for about 6.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.1 mi from Old Bridge, NJ · 6m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.1 miles from Old Bridge, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Brunswick, NJ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into New Brunswick, NJ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.36 one way
$2.72 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.49 | $2.98 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.59 | $3.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.81 | $3.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.86 | $0.39 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.72 | $0.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.52 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
New Brunswick, NJ
Evening in New Brunswick on Wednesday
Local time
8:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Partly Sunny
SW 5 to 15 mph
9% chance
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
34 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
13m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Old Bridge, NJ to New Brunswick, NJ covers 8.2 miles and takes about 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 18, Suydam Street, Route 18 Service Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.1 miles from Old Bridge, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.36 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 8.2 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 0.1 miles (CR 527 / Old Bridge Turnpike): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles (CR 527): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Old Bridge, NJ and New Brunswick, NJ, road signs point toward Cook/Douglass Campus and Highland Park.
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