Origin
Victory Gardens, NJ
Afternoon in Victory Gardens on Friday
Local time
1:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Victory Gardens, NJ to Edison, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
43.4 mi
70 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Victory Gardens, NJ
Joel Zar
Edison, NJ
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Trip Overview
This 43.4-mile journey from Victory Gardens to Edison, New Jersey, is a quick 57-minute drive perfect for a single day trip. With 89% of the route on highways, you'll spend most of your time on I-287 and NJ-10, making it a straightforward commute. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $7, so you won't need to worry about breaking the bank. This drive stays within the Northeast region, offering a familiar landscape for those accustomed to the area. It’s an efficient way to cover ground without requiring an overnight stay.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 43.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 43.4-mile trip, with 89% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter an uninterrupted stretch of 33.1 miles primarily on I-287, offering a consistent pace. While NJ-10 and Stelton Road will provide some variation, the overall feel is geared towards efficient travel rather than leisurely sightseeing. This route is designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 287 is the longest continuous segment at about 33.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 287 and NJ 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Washington Avenue.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 43.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Washington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (CR 665 / South Salem Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.3 miles (I 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Washington Avenue
Turn left onto Washington Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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CR 665 / South Salem Street
Turn right onto CR 665 / South Salem Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
25.3 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 287
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
40.1 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward CR 529: Stelton Road, Edison, MVC Agency
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 5
Toward CR 529: Stelton Road, Edison, MVC Agency
8
40.3 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MVC Agency
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MVC Agency
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Victory Gardens, NJ and Edison, NJ, road signs point toward Morristown Airport and Mvc Agency.
Morristown Airport
6.4 mi in
|
~10m
Mvc Agency
40.1 mi in
|
~50m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 287 | 33.1 mi | 39m |
| NJ 10 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Stelton Road | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Route 10 East | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Plainfield Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Salem Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Franklin Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 287
— 33.1 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Victory Gardens, NJ and Edison, NJ.
1
Start on Garfield Avenue
157 ft
·
13 sec
·
Garfield Avenue
2
Turn left onto Washington Avenue
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Washington Avenue
3
Turn right onto Washington Place
193 ft
·
13 sec
·
Washington Place
4
Turn left onto Franklin Road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Franklin Road
5
Turn right onto CR 665
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
South Salem Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on CR 665
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
S. Salem Street
7
Take the ramp
94 ft
·
2 sec
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
9
Merge onto NJ 10
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 10 East
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on NJ 10
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 10
Use the right lane.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 287 South: Morristown, Morristown Airport
12
Merge onto I 287
18 mi
·
22 min
·
I 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287
15 mi
·
16 min
·
I 287
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 5
Toward CR 529: Stelton Road, Edison, MVC Agency
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
202 ft
·
4 sec
Toward MVC Agency
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on CR 529
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Stelton Road
Use the right lane.
17
Continue on CR 529
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Plainfield Avenue
18
Turn right onto Central Avenue
345 ft
·
17 sec
·
Central Avenue
19
Turn right onto Reed Street
523 ft
·
28 sec
·
Reed Street
20
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.7 mi from Victory Gardens, NJ · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.7 miles from Victory Gardens, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Edison, NJ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Edison, NJ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.20 one way
$14.39 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.88 | $15.76 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.42 | $16.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.58 | $19.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13 | 0 | $4.56 | $2.08 |
| Efficient EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.80 | $1.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.08 | $2.78 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Edison, NJ
Afternoon in Edison on Friday
Local time
1:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Bedminster, NJ
22 mi in
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
28 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
57m 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 Victory Gardens, NJ to Edison, NJ covers 43.4 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 287, NJ 10, Stelton 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 21.7 miles from Victory Gardens, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.20 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 short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 43.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Washington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (CR 665 / South Salem Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.3 miles (I 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Victory Gardens, NJ and Edison, NJ, road signs point toward Morristown Airport and Mvc Agency.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Morristown National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park. There are 5 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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