Origin
Springfield, NJ
Late night in Springfield on Monday
Local time
12:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, NJ to Elizabethport, NJ
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
56 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, NJ
Ren Aukeman
Elizabethport, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Trip Overview
Traveling from Springfield to Elizabethport covers 56 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 14 minutes. Since the entire trip stays within the Northeast region of New Jersey, this journey is perfectly suited as a quick day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You can expect to spend approximately $9 on fuel for the trek, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares like the New Jersey Turnpike and NJ 68 to reach your destination. Overall, this is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that prioritizes efficiency over leisure, allowing you to reach Elizabethport with ease.
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
28 miles from Springfield, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed experience, as 90% of this drive is spent on major highways. You will settle into a steady rhythm during the longest stretch of 44.1 miles along the New Jersey Turnpike, which dominates the bulk of your time behind the wheel. The remainder of the trip transitions into local navigation via South 1st Street as you approach your destination. Because this route is almost entirely highway-focused, you should prepare for a consistent, utilitarian pace rather than winding, scenic roads. It is a functional drive designed to move you quickly between these two points in the Northeast corridor.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 44.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and NJ 68. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 56 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 7.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
7.2 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
6
7.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
8
52.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m 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
53.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m 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
6
54 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
NJ 439 / Brunswick Avenue
Turn sharp right onto NJ 439 / Brunswick Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Towns Along This Route
Between Springfield, NJ and Elizabethport, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York City and Staten Island.
Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
6.5 mi in
|
~9m
Njtp North: New York City
7.2 mi in
|
~11m
Staten Island
52.1 mi in
|
~1h 4m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 44.1 mi | 51m |
| NJ 68 | 6 mi | 8m |
| South 1st Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| US 206 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 3rd Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Atlantic Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Cole Place | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Brunswick Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 44.1 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, NJ and Elizabethport, NJ.
1
Start on NJ 68
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
NJ 68
Use the none lane.
2
Turn right onto US 206
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
US 206
Use the slight right lane.
3
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
Use the none lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
6
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
44 mi
·
51 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
2 min
Exit 13
Toward I 278: Elizabeth, Staten Island
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn straight
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 278 West, NJ 439: Elizabeth, Linden
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
Toward NJ 439: Elizabeth
Use the none lane.
10
Turn right
142 ft
·
14 sec
Toward Goethals Bridge
11
Turn sharp right onto NJ 439
468 ft
·
9 sec
·
Brunswick Avenue
12
Continue on NJ 439
379 ft
·
14 sec
·
Brunswick Avenue
13
Continue on Cole Place
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Cole Place
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Continue on Atlantic Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Atlantic Street
15
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
3rd Avenue
16
At end of road, turn left onto South 1st Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South 1st Street
17
Turn left onto Broadway
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Broadway
18
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 14 minute duration, you have total flexibility in your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a wise strategy. You will not need to plan for any formal stops since the trip is short enough to complete in one continuous push. Keep your $9 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure, and ensure your tank is ready for the 56-mile trek before you hit the Turnpike. Since the longest segment is over 44 miles, make sure you are comfortable with extended highway driving before setting off. Take advantage of the simple, direct nature of this route to keep your travel day stress-free.
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 28 miles from Springfield, NJ, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.1 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 56 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28 miles or 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 59m
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 Springfield, 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 Springfield, NJ
This is one driving day of about 56 miles and 1h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Springfield, 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 44.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28 mi from Springfield, NJ · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 56 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28 miles from Springfield, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.27 one way
$18.53 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $10.14 | $20.28 |
| premium | $4.92 | $10.85 | $21.70 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.44 | $24.88 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.18
New Jersey Turnpike
(44.1 mi)
$6.18
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
$9
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.88 | $2.69 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.90 | $2.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.84 | $3.58 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
12:06 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
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 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Springfield, NJ to Elizabethport, NJ covers 56 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 68, South 1st Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28 miles from Springfield, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.27 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 13 significant decision points across 56 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 7.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Springfield, NJ and Elizabethport, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York City and Staten Island.
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