Origin
Point Pleasant, NJ
Late night in Point Pleasant on Wednesday
Local time
5:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Point Pleasant, NJ to Roosevelt City, NJ
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
33m
Distance
21.8 mi
35 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
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6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Point Pleasant, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Trip Overview
The drive from Point Pleasant, NJ to Roosevelt City, NJ covers 21.8 miles and takes about 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NJ 70, Princeton Post Road, Warren Grove Whiting Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.5 miles on NJ 70. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.61 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
10.9 miles from Point Pleasant, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 33m highway drive covering 21.8 miles, with most of the trip on NJ 70 and Princeton Post Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 16.5 miles on NJ 70.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 16.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 70 and Princeton Post Road. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 15 miles in.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Point Pleasant, NJ to Roosevelt City, NJ is easy. At 33m with 77% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.2 miles (CR 530; CR 539): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
15 mi into trip
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~23m in
Enter roundabout toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix, Cherry Hill
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix,...
5
15.1 mi into trip
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~24m in
Right toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix, Cherry Hill
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix,...
5
20.2 mi into trip
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~31m in
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CR 530; CR 539
Turn left onto CR 530; CR 539
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Point Pleasant, NJ to Roosevelt City, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Cherry Hill along the way.
Cherry Hill
15 mi in
|
~23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 70 | 16.5 mi | 25m |
| Princeton Post Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Warren Grove Whiting Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Lakewood Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Ocean Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| CR 530 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Roosevelt City Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
NJ 70
— 16.5 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Point Pleasant, NJ and Roosevelt City, NJ.
1
Start on NJ 88
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Lakewood Road
2
Continue on NJ 88
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Ocean Road
3
Continue on NJ 88
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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Princeton Post Road
4
Continue on NJ 70
11 mi
·
18 min
·
NJ 70
Use the straight lane.
5
Enter roundabout
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
Toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix, Cherry Hill
6
Continue
260 ft
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4 sec
Toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix, Cherry Hill
7
Continue on NJ 70
5.0 mi
·
7 min
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NJ 70
8
Turn left onto CR 530; CR 539
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
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CR 530; CR 539
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on CR 539
1.5 mi
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2 min
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Warren Grove Whiting Road
10
Arrive at destination
CR 539
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 10.9 miles from Point Pleasant, NJ, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.5 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 21.8 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.9 miles or 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Roosevelt City, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Point Pleasant, 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 Point Pleasant, NJ
This is one driving day of about 21.8 miles and 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Point Pleasant, 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 NJ 70 for about 16.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.9 mi from Point Pleasant, NJ · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 21.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.9 miles from Point Pleasant, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Roosevelt City, NJ
The final approach into Roosevelt City, 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 Roosevelt City, 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
$3.61 one way
$7.23 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.96 | $7.92 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.23 | $8.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.81 | $9.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.29 | $1.05 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.91 | $0.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.05 | $1.40 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Roosevelt City, NJ
Late night in Roosevelt City on Wednesday
Local time
5:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
2 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
33m 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 Point Pleasant, NJ to Roosevelt City, NJ covers 21.8 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 70, Princeton Post Road, Warren Grove Whiting 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 10.9 miles from Point Pleasant, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.61 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.
The drive from Point Pleasant, NJ to Roosevelt City, NJ is easy. At 33m with 77% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 15 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.2 miles (CR 530; CR 539): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Point Pleasant, NJ to Roosevelt City, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Cherry Hill along the way.
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