Origin
Union, NJ
Evening in Union on Sunday
Local time
7:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Union, NJ to Harding, NJ
Drive Time
2h 2m
Distance
97.1 mi
156 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 54m
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6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 20m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 7m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 19m
8 PM
1h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Union, NJ
Arjun Gheewala
Trip Overview
This 97.1-mile journey from Union to Harding is a straightforward, highway-centric trip that typically takes about 2 hours and 2 minutes to complete. Because the entire route stays within New Jersey, you can easily manage this as a single-day excursion without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $16 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating the Northeast corridor, the drive relies heavily on major thoroughfares like the New Jersey Turnpike, the Garden State Parkway, and the Veterans Memorial Highway. It is a highly practical route for travelers prioritizing efficiency over scenic detours, making it a reliable choice for getting between these two points quickly.
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
48.5 miles from Union, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a fast-paced, highway-focused experience, as roughly 78% of your travel time will be spent on major roads. The drive is defined by its efficiency, with a significant 64.4-mile stretch along the New Jersey Turnpike serving as the backbone of your trip. You will find that the personality of the road remains consistent, favoring high-speed transit over technical turns or local backroads. While you won't encounter major deviations or required stops, the heavy reliance on interstates means you should stay alert for typical high-traffic patterns. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that keeps you moving steadily toward your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 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 64.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and Veterans Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.2 miles in near Exit 129.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 97.1 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 12.2 miles (Exit 129): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
12.2 mi into trip
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~18m in
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Exit 129
Take the exit onto Exit 129 toward I 95, NJTP, US 9, NJ 440, I 287: New York City, Philadelphia, Woodbridge, 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 129
Toward I 95, NJTP, US 9, NJ 440, I 287: New Yor...
8
12.5 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Philadelphia
9
13.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
8
52.8 mi into trip
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~1h 7m in
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NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
8
78.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward NJ 168: Camden, Atlantic City Expressway
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 3
Toward NJ 168: Camden, Atlantic City Expressway
Towns Along This Route
Between Union, NJ and Harding, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp, Philadelphia, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy, Njtp: New York City and Njtp South: Trenton - among others.
Njtp
12.2 mi in
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~18m
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via Exit 129
Philadelphia
12.2 mi in
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~18m
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via Exit 129
Woodbridge
12.2 mi in
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~18m
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via Exit 129
Perth Amboy
12.2 mi in
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~18m
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via Exit 129
Njtp: New York City
12.5 mi in
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~19m
Njtp South: Trenton
13.1 mi in
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~20m
Njtp South: Camden
52.8 mi in
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~1h 7m
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via NJTP
Wilmington
52.8 mi in
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~1h 7m
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via NJTP
Vineland
81.3 mi in
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~1h 43m
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via NJ 55
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 64.4 mi | 1h 14m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 15 mi | 17m |
| Garden State Parkway | 8.6 mi | 11m |
| Garden State Parkway Southbound | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| North-South Freeway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Creek Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Stuyvesant Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Buck Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 64.4 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Union, NJ and Harding, NJ.
1
Start on Harding Avenue
243 ft
·
11 sec
·
Harding Avenue
2
Turn right onto CR 630
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Vauxhall Road
3
Turn left onto CR 619
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Stuyvesant Avenue
4
Continue on CR 619
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Chestnut Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward GSP Toll South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto GSP
8.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on Garden State Parkway
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Garden State Parkway Southbound
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit onto Exit 129
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Exit 129
Exit 129
Toward I 95, NJTP, US 9, NJ 440, I 287: New York City, Philadelphia, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Philadelphia
Use the slight left lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Use the slight left lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Use the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
39 mi
·
45 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the none lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP
25 mi
·
29 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 3
Toward NJ 168: Camden, Atlantic City Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward NJ 168 North: Camden, Philadelphia
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Turn straight onto NJ 168
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Black Horse Pike
Use the none lane.
18
Turn left onto CR 659
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Browning Road
Use the left lane.
19
Turn slight left onto CR 753
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Creek Road
20
Turn left onto Harding Avenue
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Harding Avenue
Use the left lane.
21
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
22
Merge onto NJ 42
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North-South Freeway
23
Keep slight right at fork onto NJ 55
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward NJ 55 South: Glassboro, Vineland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 45
Toward CR 553: Clayton, Glassboro, Centerton
Use the slight right lane.
25
Turn right onto CR 553
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Buck Road
26
Turn left onto CR 538
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Elk Road
27
Turn right onto Willow Grove Road
167 ft
·
4 sec
·
Willow Grove Road
28
Arrive at destination
Willow Grove Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively quick trip, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns to ensure a smoother ride. You won't need to worry about planning for long-distance rest stops, as you can complete the 2-hour and 2-minute drive in one go. Keep your $16 fuel budget in mind before you head out, and try to fill up in Union to avoid any mid-route price fluctuations. Because the longest stretch of 64.4 miles occurs on the New Jersey Turnpike, make sure your toll payment method is ready before merging onto the highway. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity is your best strategy for a stress-free arrival in Harding.
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 48.5 miles from Union, NJ, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.4 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 80 miles or 1h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.5 miles or 1h 2m 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 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Harding, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Union, 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 Union, NJ
This is one driving day of about 97.1 miles and 2h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Union, 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 64.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.5 mi from Union, NJ · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 48.5 miles from Union, 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 64.4 miles.
Arriving in Harding, NJ
The final approach into Harding, 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 Harding, 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
$16.07 one way
$32.13 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $17.58 | $35.16 |
| premium | $4.92 | $18.82 | $37.63 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.57 | $43.14 |
Estimated Tolls: $9.67
New Jersey Turnpike
(64.4 mi)
$9.01
Garden State Parkway
(10.9 mi)
$0.66
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
$16
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.20 | $4.66 |
| Efficient EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.50 | $3.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.59 | $6.21 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Destination
Harding, NJ
Evening in Harding on Sunday
Local time
7:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 2m 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 Union, NJ to Harding, NJ covers 97.1 miles and takes about 2h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, Veterans Memorial Highway, Garden State Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.5 miles from Union, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.07 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 23 significant decision points across 97.1 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 12.2 miles (Exit 129): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Union, NJ and Harding, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp, Philadelphia, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy, Njtp: New York City and Njtp South: Trenton - among others.
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