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Trip from Tuckerton, NJ to Union, NJ

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 49m

Distance

87.3 mi

140 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 42m ★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Tuckerton, NJ, NJ

Tuckerton, NJ

Aisling Kerr

Downtown Union, NJ, NJ

Union, NJ

Arjun Gheewala

Trip Overview

The drive from Tuckerton, NJ to Union, NJ covers 87.3 miles and takes about 1h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Garden State Parkway, South Green Street, Morris Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 81.8 miles on Garden State Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.47 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

43.6 miles from Tuckerton, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 87.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 49m highway drive covering 87.3 miles, with most of the trip on Garden State Parkway and South Green Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 81.8 miles on Garden State Parkway.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Garden State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 81.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and South Green Street. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.7 miles in near GSP / Garden State Parkway.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 87.3 miles you will encounter 10 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 3.7 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 85.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
3.7 mi into trip | ~5m in | GSP / Garden State Parkway

Merge onto GSP / Garden State Parkway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
4
48.4 mi into trip | ~58m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

8
85.9 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in

Take the exit toward US 22, NJ 82: Hillside

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 140 Toward US 22, NJ 82: Hillside
4
86.2 mi into trip | ~1h 46m in | US 22

Merge onto US 22

Merge point - match speed before joining

6
86.2 mi into trip | ~1h 46m in

Take the exit toward NJ 82: Morris Avenue, Kean University, Elizabeth

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward NJ 82: Morris Avenue, Kean University, E...

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Garden State Parkway 81.8 mi 1h 39m
South Green Street 3 mi 4m
Morris Avenue 0.6 mi 1m
CR 539 0.4 mi <1m
Harding Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
US 22 <0.1 mi <1m
Vauxhall Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Garden State Parkway — 81.8 mi, about 1h 39m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Tuckerton, NJ and Union, NJ.

1

Start on (603)

3.0 mi · 4 min · South Green Street
Use the straight lane.
2

Continue on CR 539

0.4 mi · 32 sec · CR 539
3

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 45 sec
Toward GSP Toll North
4

Merge onto GSP

45 mi · 52 min · Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
5

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 31 sec
6

Continue on GSP

37 mi · 47 min · Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec
Exit 140 Toward US 22, NJ 82: Hillside Use the slight right lane.
8

Merge onto US 22

158 ft · 3 sec · US 22
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward NJ 82: Morris Avenue, Kean University, Elizabeth
10

Turn slight right onto NJ 82

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Morris Avenue
11

Turn slight right

507 ft · 44 sec
12

Turn left onto NJ 82

0.5 mi · 55 sec · Morris Avenue
13

Turn right onto Harding Avenue

0.1 mi · 28 sec · Harding Avenue
14

Turn right onto CR 630

32 ft · 4 sec · Vauxhall Road
15

Turn left onto Harding Avenue

243 ft · 10 sec · Harding Avenue
16

Arrive at destination

Harding Avenue

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 43.6 miles from Tuckerton, NJ, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.8 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 19 miles or 23m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 43.6 miles or 52m 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 31m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union, NJ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Tuckerton, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Tuckerton, NJ

This is one driving day of about 87.3 miles and 1h 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Tuckerton, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Garden State Parkway for about 81.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 43.6 mi from Tuckerton, NJ · 52m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

44 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

Ocean County, NJ

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hamilton, NJ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 43.6 miles from Tuckerton, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Garden State Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.8 miles.

Arriving in Union, NJ

The final approach into Union, NJ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Thomas Edison National Historical Park

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...

6 mi from route ~16 min detour $10 near mile 87.3
Park Closure: Glenmont Mansion and Grounds Closed
View on nps.gov
Morristown National Historical Park

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...

15 mi from route ~37 min detour Free near mile 84.3
View on nps.gov
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park

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...

16 mi from route ~39 min detour Free near mile 87.3
View on nps.gov
Gateway National Recreation Area

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...

18 mi from route ~46 min detour Free near mile 57.2
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.47 one way

$28.95 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 31 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $15.85 $31.70
premium $4.93 $16.93 $33.86
diesel $5.61 $19.27 $38.55

Estimated Tolls: $4.91

Garden State Parkway (81.8 mi) $4.91

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

$14

Tolls

$5

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 30.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 26.2 0 $9.17 $4.19
Efficient EV 21.8 0 $7.64 $3.49
EV Truck/SUV 34.9 0 $12.22 $5.59

Gas CO2

31 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (68% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Tuckerton, NJ

Morning in Tuckerton on Saturday

Local time

6:50 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Union, NJ

Morning in Union on Saturday

Local time

6:50 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°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 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 49m 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 Tuckerton, NJ to Union, NJ covers 87.3 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Garden State Parkway, South Green Street, Morris Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 43.6 miles from Tuckerton, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.47 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 87.3 miles you will encounter 10 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 3.7 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 85.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

The route from Tuckerton, NJ to Union, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Morristown National Historical Park and Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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