Origin
Woodbridge, NJ
Morning in Woodbridge on Wednesday
Local time
6:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodbridge, NJ to Hampton, NJ
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
58m
Distance
44.4 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
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6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodbridge, NJ
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Hampton, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Woodbridge, NJ to Hampton, NJ covers 44.4 miles and takes about 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 287, Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway, NJ 31 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.3 miles on I 287. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.36 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
22.2 miles from Woodbridge, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 58m highway drive covering 44.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 287 and Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 20.3 miles on I 287.
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.
I 287 is the longest continuous segment at about 20.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 287 and Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near CR 514 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 44.4 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 0.3 miles (CR 514 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 21.5 miles (I 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 514 / Main Street
Turn right onto CR 514 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
3.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 287 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 287 North
6
21.5 mi into trip
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~28m in
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I 287
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
24.3 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward I 78 West: Easton, Pennsylvania
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 21B
Toward I 78 West: Easton, Pennsylvania
8
37.6 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward NJ 31: Clinton, Flemington, Washington
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 17
Toward NJ 31: Clinton, Flemington, Washington
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Woodbridge, NJ and Hampton, NJ, road signs point toward Pennsylvania, Flemington and Washington.
Pennsylvania
24.3 mi in
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~31m
Flemington
37.6 mi in
|
~46m
Washington
37.6 mi in
|
~46m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 287 | 20.3 mi | 23m |
| Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway | 12 mi | 13m |
| NJ 31 | 6 mi | 9m |
| Main Street | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Woodbridge Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Amboy Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| NJ 440 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Wells Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 287
— 20.3 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbridge, NJ and Hampton, NJ.
1
Start on CR 604
61 ft
·
5 sec
·
Green Street
2
Turn right onto NJ 35
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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Amboy Avenue
3
Turn right onto CR 514
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on CR 514
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodbridge Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 287 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto NJ 440
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
NJ 440
7
Continue on I 287
18 mi
·
20 min
·
I 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
I 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 21B
Toward I 78 West: Easton, Pennsylvania
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Merge onto I 78
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 17
Toward NJ 31: Clinton, Flemington, Washington
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto NJ 31
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
NJ 31
13
Turn left onto CR 635
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Main Street
15
Turn left onto Wells Avenue
151 ft
·
6 sec
·
Wells Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
Wells 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 22.2 miles from Woodbridge, NJ, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.3 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 44.4 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.2 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hampton, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Woodbridge, 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 Woodbridge, NJ
This is one driving day of about 44.4 miles and 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Woodbridge, 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 I 287 for about 20.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.2 mi from Woodbridge, NJ · 29m 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 44.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.2 miles from Woodbridge, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hampton, NJ
The final approach into Hampton, 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 Hampton, 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
$7.36 one way
$14.72 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.06 | $16.12 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.61 | $17.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.80 | $19.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Hampton, NJ
Morning in Hampton on Wednesday
Local time
6:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°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
4 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
58m 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 Woodbridge, NJ to Hampton, NJ covers 44.4 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 287, Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway, NJ 31. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.2 miles from Woodbridge, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.36 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 11 significant decision points across 44.4 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 0.3 miles (CR 514 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 21.5 miles (I 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Woodbridge, NJ and Hampton, NJ, road signs point toward Pennsylvania, Flemington and Washington.
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