How far is Guttenberg, NJ from Edison, NJ?
Fastest route
This route from Guttenberg, New Jersey 07093 to Edison, New Jersey covers a distance of approximately 35.3 miles (56.8 kilometers) and is estimated to take around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Directions
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🚗 Head southwest on Park Ave toward 69th St, then turn right at the 1st cross street onto Boulevard E/JFK Blvd E.
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🛣️ Turn right onto N Marginal Hwy, and use the left 2 lanes to take the ramp onto NJ-495 W.
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🛣️ Continue on NJ-495 W, take I-95 S/NJ Turnpike South exit on the left toward Newark. This section of the route has tolls.
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🛣️ Take exit 10 for I-287 N/NJ-440 N toward Metuchen/Perth Amboy. Keep left at the fork, following signs for I-287 N. This section of the route also has tolls.
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🛣️ Take exit 2B to merge onto NJ-27 S toward New Brunswick.
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🚗 Continue on NJ-27 S and take Stony Rd W to Reed Street. Pass by McDonald's on the left in 1.2 mi.
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🚗 Turn right onto Stony Rd W, then Stony Rd W will turn left and become Central Ave. Finally, turn right onto Reed Street.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Keep an eye on the traffic conditions, as slower traffic than usual is expected.
- 💵 Be prepared for tolls on this route.
- 🛣️ Plan your trip in advance and consider using navigation apps to find real-time traffic updates and the best possible route.
- 🚙 Ensure your vehicle is in good condition for the journey, as it's a moderately long drive.
- ☕ Consider taking a break during the trip to stretch your legs and grab a refreshing drink or snack.
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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
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 52m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A city in Union County, New Jersey.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Guttenberg and Edison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Guttenberg and Edison.
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Start on 69th Street
6 m · 5 sec · 69th Street
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Turn right onto Park Avenue
1.9 mi · 5 min · Park Avenue
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Take the ramp right toward NJ 495 West
610 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South: Newark
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike
5.6 mi · 8 min · New Jersey Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on New Jersey Turnpike
18.1 mi · 23 min · New Jersey Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 287 North, NJ 440 North: Metuchen, Perth Amboy
1.1 km · 2 min
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Continue on I 287, NJ 440: Metuchen, Perth Amboy
679 ft · 20 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on CR 514 West: Raritan Center
1729 ft · 42 sec
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Continue on Woodbridge Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · Woodbridge Avenue
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Turn straight onto Old Post Road
1.5 km · 3 min · Old Post Road
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Turn left
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right
64 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto Fulton Street
644 ft · 20 sec · Fulton Street
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Turn right onto Plainfield Avenue
1.1 mi · 3 min · Plainfield Avenue
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
105 m · 17 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn right onto Reed Street
159 m · 28 sec · Reed Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Guttenberg and Edison.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
New Jersey Turnpike
Keep slight right to continue on New Jersey Turnpike
18.1 mi · 00h 23m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Guttenberg and Rain Showers Likely near Edison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Guttenberg to Edison?
The road trip is about 35.8 miles (57.6 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?
Elizabethport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17 miles from Guttenberg and 18.8 miles from Edison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.5 miles (45.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.3 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 4:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.15 one way or $10.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Guttenberg and Rain Showers Likely near Edison.
Stop Ideas Near Elizabethport
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Elizabethport.
Newark Liberty International Airport
Pennsylvania Station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Guttenberg and Edison. Straight-line distance: 28.55 mi (45.94 km).
#1 Guttenberg
Town
| Population | 11,015 |
| Coordinates | 40.7920500, -74.0037500 |
| Altitude | 61 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Edison
Township in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States
| Population | 98,721 |
| Coordinates | 40.5187200, -74.4121000 |
| Altitude | 27 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-74.411858, 40.518472)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 58 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $5.15 | $10.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $5.79 | $11.59 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $6.24 | $12.48 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $7.53 | $15.07 |
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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