How far is Cape May Court House, NJ from Union, NJ?
Fastest route
The distance from Cape May Court House, Middle Township, NJ 08210, to Union, New Jersey is approximately 134 miles (216 kilometers), and the estimated travel time is 2 hours and 17 minutes. The route recommended is via Garden State Pkwy, which has tolls.
Directions
- 🚗 Head southeast toward N Main St.
- 🚗 Turn right onto N Main St.
- 🚗 Turn left at the 1st cross street onto E Mechanic St.
- 🚗 Turn left onto Brighton Rd.
- 🚗 Turn right onto Court House South Dennis Rd.
- 🚗 Continue onto Stone Harbor Blvd.
- 🚗 Use the left 2 lanes to turn left toward E Service Rd.
- 🚗 Continue onto E Service Rd.
- 🚗 Take the Garden State Parkway ramp.
- 🚗 Merge onto Garden State Pkwy (Toll road).
- 🚗 Continue onto US-9 N/Garden State Pkwy.
- 🚗 Keep left at the fork to stay on Garden State Pkwy (Toll road).
- 🚗 Keep left at the fork to stay on Garden State Pkwy (Toll road).
- 🚗 Keep left to stay on Garden State Pkwy (Toll road).
- 🚗 Continue onto NJ-444 N/Garden State Pkwy.
- 🚗 Keep left at the fork to stay on Garden State Pkwy.
- 🚗 Take exit 140 to merge onto US-22 E toward NJ-82/Hillside.
- 🚗 Follow US-22 E and Vauxhall Rd to Harding Ave.
- 🚗 Take the exit toward Union.
- 🚗 Turn right onto Harding Ave.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Plan your trip in advance to avoid any delays or unexpected road closures.
- 💰 Make sure you have enough cash or electronic payment methods for the tolls on the Garden State Pkwy.
- 🚘 Check your vehicle's fuel level and ensure it's in good condition for a long drive.
- ☕ Take a short break during the journey to stretch your legs and stay refreshed.
- 📱 Use a GPS navigation app to stay on the correct route and receive real-time traffic updates.
- 🚗 Carpooling with friends or family can make the trip more enjoyable and cost-effective.
- 🕑 Consider leaving early or late to avoid peak traffic hours and reduce travel time.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 10m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census designated place in Lacey Township, Ocean County, New Jersey, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cape May Court House and Union.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cape May Court House and Union.
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Start on North Main Street
2270 ft · 42 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Stone Harbor Boulevard
1566 ft · 47 sec · Stone Harbor Boulevard
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Take the ramp left
2059 ft · 50 sec
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Continue straight
1397 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
8.6 mi · 10 min · Garden State Parkway
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Take the exit slight left
2408 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight right onto Garden State Parkway
33.8 mi · 39 min · Garden State Parkway
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Keep slight left to continue on Garden State Parkway
50.2 mi · 59 min · Garden State Parkway
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Keep slight left
2399 ft · 31 sec
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Continue on Garden State Parkway
37.1 mi · 47 min · Garden State Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 22, NJ 82: Hillside
1526 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
48 m · 3 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward NJ 82: Morris Avenue, Kean University, Elizabeth
878 ft · 24 sec
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Turn slight right onto Morris Avenue
690 ft · 15 sec · Morris Avenue
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Turn slight right
155 m · 44 sec
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Turn left onto Morris Avenue
2494 ft · 55 sec · Morris Avenue
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Turn right onto Harding Avenue
646 ft · 29 sec · Harding Avenue
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Turn right onto Vauxhall Road
10 m · 5 sec · Vauxhall Road
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Turn left onto Harding Avenue
74 m · 11 sec · Harding Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Harding Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cape May Court House and Union.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Garden State Parkway
Keep slight left to continue on Garden State Parkway
50.2 mi · 00h 59m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Cape May Court House and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Union.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cape May Court House to Union?
The road trip is about 133.4 miles (214.7 km) and usually takes 02h 10m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Forked River is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.7 miles from Cape May Court House and 66.7 miles from Union.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 115.5 miles (185.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.25 one way or $38.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Cape May Court House and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Union.
Stop Ideas Near Forked River
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Forked River.
Egg Harbor City, New Jersey
Absecon
Hammonton, New Jersey
Atlantic City Rail Terminal
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cape May Court House and Union. Straight-line distance: 115.48 mi (185.84 km).
#1 Cape May Court House
Census-designated place in Middle Township, Cape May County, New Jersey
| Population | 5,338 |
| Coordinates | 39.0826100, -74.8237800 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Union
A city in Union County, New Jersey.
| Population | 67,137 |
| Coordinates | 40.6976000, -74.2632000 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
End: Harding Avenue (-74.26348, 40.697581)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 215 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 39m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $19.25 | $38.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $21.66 | $43.32 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $23.33 | $46.67 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $28.17 | $56.33 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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