How far is Montclair, NJ from Edison, NJ?
Fastest route
The route from Montclair, New Jersey, USA to Edison, New Jersey, USA takes approximately 56 minutes and covers a distance of 30.5 miles via Garden State Pkwy. The route has tolls and is currently the fastest option considering traffic conditions.
Directions
- Start by getting on Garden State Pkwy in Bloomfield from Watchung Ave.
- Head northeast on Park St toward Mid Park Ln.
- Turn right onto Watchung Ave.
- Turn right to stay on Watchung Ave.
- Pass by Wells Fargo Bank (on the left in 1 mi).
- Turn right onto the Garden State Parkway ramp (Toll road).
- Follow Garden State Pkwy to US-1 S in Woodbridge Township. Take exit 130 from Garden State Pkwy (Toll road).
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Take the Garden State Pkwy for a faster route with tolls.
- 🚦 Merge onto US-1 S toward Trenton after exiting Garden State Pkwy.
- 🛣 Continue on I-287 N to Edison. Take exit 2B from I-287 N.
- 🗺 Merge onto NJ-27 S toward New Brunswick after taking exit 2B.
- 🍔 Pass by McDonald's on the left while on NJ-27 S.
- 🛣 Turn right onto Stony Rd W, which will later become Central Ave.
- 📍 Finally, turn right onto Reed Street to reach your destination.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 42m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
Township of New Jersey
Route Weather Snapshot
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Rain Showers Likely
Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Montclair and Edison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montclair and Edison.
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Start on Park Street
1745 ft · 50 sec · Park Street
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Turn right onto Watchung Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · Watchung Avenue
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Take the ramp right toward GSP Toll South
1092 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
20 mi · 28 min · Garden State Parkway
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Continue on Garden State Parkway Southbound
1.3 mi · 2 min · Garden State Parkway Southbound
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Take the exit slight right toward US 1: Newark, Trenton
1110 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 1 South: Trenton
1453 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
636 ft · 13 sec
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Continue straight
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
2.8 mi · 4 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 Montclair and Edison.
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.
Garden State Parkway
Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
20 mi · 00h 28m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Montclair and Chance Rain Showers near Edison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montclair to Edison?
The road trip is about 30.4 miles (48.9 km) and usually takes 00h 42m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Cranford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.2 miles from Montclair and 15.2 miles from Edison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.7 miles (38.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.37 one way or $8.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Montclair and Chance Rain Showers near Edison.
Stop Ideas Near Cranford
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Parking Lot
City of Elizabeth
Bloomfield Municipal Building
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Cranford.
Metropark station
Newark Liberty International Airport
Pennsylvania Station
New Brunswick station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Montclair and Edison. Straight-line distance: 23.74 mi (38.21 km).
#1 Montclair
Township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States
| Population | 38,509 |
| Coordinates | 40.8259300, -74.2090300 |
| Altitude | 93 |
| 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: 49 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $4.37 | $8.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $4.92 | $9.84 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $5.30 | $10.60 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $6.40 | $12.80 |
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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