Origin
Vincentown, NJ
Late night in Vincentown on Friday
Local time
1:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Vincentown, NJ to Elizabeth, NJ
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
63.3 mi
102 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Vincentown, NJ
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Elizabeth, NJ
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Trip Overview
Planning a trip from Vincentown, NJ, to Elizabeth, NJ? This straightforward 63.3-mile drive typically takes about 1 hour and 21 minutes and is easily manageable as a single-day excursion. You'll primarily be on the New Jersey Turnpike, US 206, and US 1, with a substantial 92% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $10, making it a budget-friendly option. Given its relatively short distance and highway-focused profile, this route is ideal for a quick transition within the Northeast region, requiring no overnight stays.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 63.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-dominant experience on this route, with 92% of the drive taking place on high-speed roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 44.1 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. While the majority of the journey is on major thoroughfares like the Turnpike, US 206, and US 1, the profile is predominantly a highway-focused drive. This means you'll spend most of your time navigating efficient, albeit potentially busy, main arteries.
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.
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 US 206. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 206.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.3 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.4 miles (US 206): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 206
Turn left onto US 206
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
13.6 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpik...
6
14.3 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Keep slight left 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
6
14.7 mi into trip
|
~20m 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
59.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Vincentown, NJ and Elizabeth, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York City and Staten Island.
Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
13.6 mi in
|
~17m
Njtp North: New York City
14.3 mi in
|
~19m
Staten Island
59.3 mi in
|
~1h 12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 44.1 mi | 51m |
| US 206 | 13.3 mi | 16m |
| US 1 | 1 mi | 1m |
| Bayway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Broad Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Jersey Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Buddtown Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 44.1 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vincentown, NJ and Elizabeth, NJ.
1
Start on CR 681
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto CR 681
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Buddtown Road
3
Turn left onto US 206
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
US 206
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 206
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
US 206
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
8
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
44 mi
·
51 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
9
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
2 min
Exit 13
Toward I 278: Elizabeth, Staten Island
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 278 West, NJ 439: Elizabeth, Linden
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
Toward NJ 439: Elizabeth
12
Continue on NJ 439
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Bayway
13
Turn right onto CR 623
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
South Broad Street
14
Turn right onto US 1; US 9
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1; US 9
15
Turn right
60 ft
·
6 sec
16
Turn right
383 ft
·
28 sec
17
Turn right
278 ft
·
22 sec
18
Turn right onto East Jersey Street
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Jersey Street
19
Turn right
34 ft
·
2 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.6 mi from Vincentown, NJ · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.6 miles from Vincentown, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Elizabeth, NJ
The final approach into Elizabeth, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.49 one way
$20.99 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.49 | $22.99 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.28 | $24.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.98 | $27.95 |
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.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$6
Total
$17
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19 | 0 | $6.65 | $3.04 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.54 | $2.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.86 | $4.05 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Elizabeth, NJ
Late night in Elizabeth on Friday
Local time
1:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 21m 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 Vincentown, NJ to Elizabeth, NJ covers 63.3 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, US 206, 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 31.6 miles from Vincentown, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.49 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 63.3 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.4 miles (US 206): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Vincentown, NJ and Elizabeth, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York City and Staten Island.
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