Origin
Penns Grove, NJ
Late night in Penns Grove on Monday
Local time
5:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Penns Grove, NJ to Woodbridge, NJ
Drive Time
1h 55m
Distance
93.2 mi
150 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 47m
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6 AM
1h 56m
8 AM
2h 13m
10 AM
2h 2m
12 PM
2h 0m
3 PM
2h 3m
5 PM
2h 12m
8 PM
1h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Penns Grove, NJ
Trev W. Adams
Woodbridge, NJ
James Kampeis
Trip Overview
The drive from Penns Grove, NJ to Woodbridge, NJ covers 93.2 miles and takes about 1h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on New Jersey Turnpike, I 295, US 322 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 74.8 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.42 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
46.6 miles from Penns Grove, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 55m highway drive covering 93.2 miles, with most of the trip on New Jersey Turnpike and I 295. The longest continuous stretch is about 74.8 miles on New Jersey Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New Jersey Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 74.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and I 295. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 93.2 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 9.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 88.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
9.4 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward US 322 East: Mullica Hill
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 11A
Toward US 322 East: Mullica Hill
7
13.3 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
8
88.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m in
Take the exit toward I 287 North, NJ 440 North: Metuchen, Perth Amboy
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 10
Toward I 287 North, NJ 440 North: Metuchen, Per...
9
89.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 287 North, CR 514 East, NJ 440 North: Metuchen, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy, Outerbridge Crossing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 287 North, CR 514 East, NJ 440 North:...
8
89.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Woodbridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Woodbridge
Towns Along This Route
Between Penns Grove, NJ and Woodbridge, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Nj Turnpike North and New York City.
Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
13.3 mi in
|
~18m
Nj Turnpike North
13.5 mi in
|
~19m
New York City
13.5 mi in
|
~19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 74.8 mi | 1h 26m |
| I 295 | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| US 322 | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Harding Highway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Woodbridge Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Amboy Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 74.8 mi, about 1h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Penns Grove, NJ and Woodbridge, NJ.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Continue on Harding Highway
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Harding Highway
3
Take the ramp slight right toward I 295 North
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
I 295 North
4
Merge slight left
7.3 mi
·
8 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward US 322 East: Mullica Hill
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
US 322 East: Mullica Hill
6
Merge slight left
3.7 mi
·
6 min
7
Take the exit right toward NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
8
Keep slight left to continue on NJ Turnpike North, New York City
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ Turnpike North, New York City
9
Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike
36 mi
·
41 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
10
Keep slight right to continue on New Jersey Turnpike
39 mi
·
44 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 287 North, NJ 440 North: Metuchen, Perth Amboy
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
I 287 North, NJ 440 North: Metuchen, Perth Amboy
12
Continue on I 287, NJ 440: Metuchen, Perth Amboy
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
I 287, NJ 440: Metuchen, Perth Amboy
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 287 North, CR 514 East, NJ 440 North: Metuchen, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy, Outerbridge Crossing
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
I 287 North, CR 514 East, NJ 440 North: Metuchen, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy, Outerbridge Crossing
14
Keep slight left to continue on Woodbridge
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Woodbridge
15
Turn slight right onto CR 514 East: Woodbridge
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
CR 514 East: Woodbridge
16
Turn slight right onto Woodbridge Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodbridge Avenue
17
Continue on Main Street
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
18
Turn left onto Amboy Avenue
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Amboy Avenue
19
Turn left onto Green Street
62 ft
·
2 sec
·
Green Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 46.6 miles from Penns Grove, NJ, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.8 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.6 miles or 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodbridge, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Penns Grove, 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 Penns Grove, NJ
This is one driving day of about 93.2 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Penns Grove, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on New Jersey Turnpike for about 74.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.6 mi from Penns Grove, NJ · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 46.6 miles from Penns Grove, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New Jersey Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.8 miles.
Arriving in Woodbridge, NJ
The final approach into Woodbridge, 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 Woodbridge, 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
$15.42 one way
$30.84 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $16.88 | $33.75 |
| premium | $4.92 | $18.06 | $36.12 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.71 | $41.41 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
Outerbridge Crossing
$16.00
New Jersey Turnpike
$0.00
Nj Turnpike
$0.00
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
$15
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28 | 0 | $9.79 | $4.47 |
| Efficient EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.16 | $3.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.05 | $5.96 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Woodbridge, NJ
Late night in Woodbridge on Monday
Local time
5:22 AM
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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 55m 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 Penns Grove, NJ to Woodbridge, NJ covers 93.2 miles and takes about 1h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, I 295, US 322. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.6 miles from Penns Grove, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.42 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 is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 93.2 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 9.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 88.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Penns Grove, NJ and Woodbridge, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Nj Turnpike North and New York City.
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