How far is Lawrence, NJ from Elizabeth, NJ?
Fastest route
The route from Lawrence Township, New Jersey to Elizabeth, New Jersey is approximately 42.9 miles and takes about 51 minutes via US-1 N and I-95 N. The route includes tolls and passes through various highways and streets.
Directions
- Start by heading northwest on Twin Oaks Dr toward Vanderveer Dr in Lawrence Township.
- Turn right onto Vanderveer Dr.
- Take US-1 N and I-95 N to Bayway/Brunswick Ave/Cole Ave in Elizabeth.
- Take exit 13 from I-95 N.
- Turn right onto US-206 N/Lawrenceville Rd.
- Use the right lane to merge onto I-295 S via the ramp to Camden/New York.
- Take exit 67 to merge onto US-1 N toward New Brunswick.
- Keep left to stay on US-1 N.
- Continue straight to stay on US-1 N.
- Use the right lane to merge onto NJ-18 S via the ramp to New Jersey Turnpike/I-95/E Brunswick/New Brunswick.
- Use the right two lanes to take the I-95 N ramp (toll road).
- Keep left at the fork and merge onto I-95 N (toll road).
- Take exit 13 for I-278 W toward Elizabeth (toll road).
- Keep right at the fork, following signs for Goethals Bridge (toll road).
- Continue on Cole Ave to your destination.
- Turn right onto Bayway/Brunswick Ave/Cole Ave.
- Continue to follow Cole Ave.
- Turn left onto Clifton St.
- Turn right onto Arnett St.
- Turn right at the first cross street onto Clarkson Ave.
- Turn right onto S Pearl St.
- Turn right onto Bridge St.
- Continue onto Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.
- Turn right onto E Jersey St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Avoiding tolls: If you prefer not to take toll roads, you can adjust the route accordingly, but it may increase travel time.
- 🛣️ Stay on US-1 N: Make sure to follow signs and stay on US-1 N to reach your destination efficiently.
- 📋 Plan for traffic: Consider checking real-time traffic conditions before your journey to adjust your departure time if necessary.
- ⛽ Fuel up: Before embarking on the trip, ensure that your vehicle has enough fuel to cover the distance.
- 📱 GPS or navigation app: To navigate smoothly, use a GPS device or a navigation app on your smartphone to receive turn-by-turn directions.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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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 00h 56m.
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.
Borough in Middlesex County, New Jersey
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lawrence and Elizabeth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawrence and Elizabeth.
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Start on Fountayne Boulevard
19 m · 9 sec · Fountayne Boulevard
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Turn left onto Lawrence Station Road
1 km · 1 min · Lawrence Station Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Quaker Bridge Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Quaker Bridge Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1325 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Brunswick Pike
16 mi · 23 min · Brunswick Pike
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Keep slight left
603 ft · 9 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Newark|Newark, Camden, New Brunswick|Newark, Camden, New Brunswick
154 m · 8 sec
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Keep slight left
112 m · 6 sec
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Keep slight left
2.7 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
1.6 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
969 ft · 17 sec
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Continue straight
1162 ft · 20 sec
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Continue straight
7.2 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
6.3 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight left to continue on East Edgar Road
1.1 km · 1 min · East Edgar Road
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Continue on Carlton Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · Carlton Street
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Turn right
18 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
117 m · 28 sec
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Turn right
85 m · 22 sec
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Turn right onto East Jersey Street
1535 ft · 50 sec · East Jersey Street
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Turn right
11 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lawrence and Elizabeth.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Brunswick Pike
Merge slight left onto Brunswick Pike
16 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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Lawrence and Mostly Sunny near Elizabeth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lawrence to Elizabeth?
The road trip is about 43.6 miles (70.1 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Milltown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.3 miles from Lawrence and 24.3 miles from Elizabeth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.5 miles (58.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.1 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 4:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.29 one way or $12.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lawrence and Mostly Sunny near Elizabeth.
Stop Ideas Near Milltown
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 Milltown.
New Brunswick station
Metropark station
Princeton Junction station
Newark Liberty International Airport
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lawrence and Elizabeth. Straight-line distance: 36.52 mi (58.77 km).
#1 Lawrence
Township in Mercer County, New Jersey
| Population | 32,595 |
| Coordinates | 40.2740000, -74.6796000 |
| Altitude | 19 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elizabeth
The second most populous city in Union County, New Jersey.
| Population | 128,382 |
| Coordinates | 40.6639900, -74.2107000 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-74.210651, 40.663974)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 70 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $6.29 | $12.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $7.08 | $14.16 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $7.63 | $15.26 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $9.21 | $18.42 |
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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