Origin
Salem, NJ
Evening in Salem on Saturday
Local time
5:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Salem, NJ to Elizabeth, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 14m
Distance
111.1 mi
179 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 5m
★
6 AM
2h 14m
8 AM
2h 33m
10 AM
2h 21m
12 PM
2h 19m
3 PM
2h 22m
5 PM
2h 32m
8 PM
2h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Salem, NJ
David Kanigan
Elizabeth, NJ
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
The drive from Salem, NJ to Elizabeth, NJ covers 111.1 miles and takes about 2h 14m 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, South Broadway, US 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 97.4 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.42 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.
Midpoint
55.6 miles from Salem, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 97.4 mi | 1h 52m |
| South Broadway | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| US 1 | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Broadway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Bayway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Broad Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Broadway Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Jersey Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 97.4 mi, about 1h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salem, NJ and Elizabeth, NJ.
1
Start on NJ 49
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Broadway
2
Turn right onto NJ 49
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Front Street
3
Continue on NJ 49
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South Broadway
4
Continue on NJ 49
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Broadway Road
5
Continue on NJ 49
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
South Broadway
6
Take the exit
300 ft
·
8 sec
Toward US 40 East, NJTP: Hook Road, Atlantic City
7
Turn straight onto Old Pennsville-Auburn Road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Old Pennsville-Auburn Road
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward US 40 East: Atlantic City
9
Merge onto NJTP; US 40
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
11
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
this road
12
Merge onto NJTP
47 mi
·
53 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
13
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP
49 mi
·
56 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
2 min
Exit 13
Toward I 278: Elizabeth, Staten Island
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn straight
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 278 West, NJ 439: Elizabeth, Linden
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
Toward NJ 439: Elizabeth
17
Continue on NJ 439
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Bayway
18
Turn right onto CR 623
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
South Broad Street
19
Turn right onto US 1; US 9
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1; US 9
20
Turn right
60 ft
·
6 sec
21
Turn right
383 ft
·
28 sec
22
Turn right
278 ft
·
22 sec
23
Turn right onto East Jersey Street
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Jersey Street
24
Turn right
34 ft
·
2 sec
25
Arrive at 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 55.6 miles from Salem, NJ, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.4 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 24 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.6 miles or 1h 5m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Elizabeth, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Salem, 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 Salem, NJ
This is one driving day of about 111.1 miles and 2h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Salem, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New Jersey Turnpike for about 97.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 56.3 miles from Salem, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 8.8 and 108.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
8.8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward US 40 East, NJTP: Hook Road, Atlantic City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 40 East, NJTP: Hook Road, Atlantic Ci...
5
9.1 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the ramp toward US 40 East: Atlantic City
Navigation decision point
Toward US 40 East: Atlantic City
6
58.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
107.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m 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
5
108.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 439: Elizabeth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward NJ 439: Elizabeth
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.42 one way
$36.84 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $20.17 | $40.35 |
| premium | $4.93 | $21.55 | $43.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.53 | $49.06 |
Estimated Tolls: $13.64
New Jersey Turnpike
(97.4 mi)
$13.64
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
$18
Tolls
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.67 | $5.33 |
| Efficient EV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.72 | $4.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.55 | $7.11 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Elizabeth, NJ
Evening in Elizabeth on Saturday
Local time
5:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Bristol, PA
56 mi in
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
2h 14m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Thomas Edison National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...
9 mi from route
~21 min detour
$10
near mile 111.1
Park Closure: Glenmont Mansion and Grounds Closed
Gateway National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
Free
near mile 107.3
View on nps.gov
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Silk cloth and steam locomotives; textiles and continuous paper rolls; firearms and aircraft engines. What do these things have in common? All were manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ. In 17...
17 mi from route
~44 min detour
Free
near mile 111.1
View on nps.gov
Morristown National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...
18 mi from route
~46 min detour
Free
near mile 111.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a 2h 14m highway drive covering 111.1 miles, with most of the trip on New Jersey Turnpike and South Broadway. The longest continuous stretch is about 97.4 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 25 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 97.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and South Broadway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 111.1 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 8.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 58.3 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Salem, NJ to Elizabeth, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Atlantic City along the way.
Atlantic City
8.8 mi in
|
~11m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 14m. Total distance: 111.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Salem, NJ to Elizabeth, NJ covers 111.1 miles and takes about 2h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, South Broadway, US 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.6 miles from Salem, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.42 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 17 significant decision points across 111.1 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 8.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 58.3 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Salem, NJ to Elizabeth, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Atlantic City along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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