How far is Paramus, NJ from Hamilton, NJ?

Fastest route

The distance between Paramus, New Jersey 07652 and Hamilton Township, New Jersey is approximately 72.2 miles (116.2 kilometers). The fastest route, considering current traffic conditions, is via I-95 S. The estimated travel time is 1 hour and 14 minutes.

Directions

  1. πŸš— Head southeast toward NJ-17 S.
  2. πŸ›£οΈ Take I-95 S to Yardville Hamilton Square Rd in Hamilton Township. Take exit 3B from I-195 W.
  3. πŸ—ΊοΈ Pass by Moe's Southwest Grill (on the right in 0.9 mi).
  4. 🚧 Use the left lane to merge onto I-80 E toward New York.
  5. ➑️ Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 68A for I-95 S/US-46/New Jersey Turnpike.
  6. 🚧 Keep left, follow signs for I-95 S/Turnpike (Toll road).
  7. 🚧 Keep right at the fork to continue on Exit 16W, follow signs for NJ-3/Rutherford and merge onto I-95 S (Toll road).
  8. 🚧 Keep left at the fork to stay on I-95 S, follow signs for Express EZPass (Toll road).
  9. 🚧 Use the left 2 lanes to take the Turnpike S exit (Toll road).
  10. 🚧 Take exit 7A to merge onto I-195 W toward Trenton.
  11. πŸ›£οΈ Take exit 3B toward Hamilton Sq.
  12. πŸš— Take Kuser Rd to Whitehorse Hamilton Square Rd.
  13. πŸ›£οΈ Merge onto Yardville Hamilton Square Rd.
  14. ➑️ Turn right onto Whitehorse Hamilton Square Rd.
  15. πŸ“ Arrive at Hamilton Township, New Jersey.

Tips & Suggestions

  • πŸ›£οΈ Plan your trip ahead and check for any real-time traffic updates to ensure the fastest route.
  • πŸ’΅ Keep in mind that this route includes toll roads, so be prepared with the necessary funds or electronic toll pass.
  • 🚧 Pay attention to road signs and follow the designated exit ramps and lanes.
  • πŸ“± Consider using a navigation app or GPS device to assist you during the journey.
  • β›½ It's a good idea to ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the trip before starting.
  • πŸš— Observe the speed limits and drive safely throughout the journey.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
65.58 mi
01h 08m
Flight
50.96 mi
82.01 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
50.96 mi
Kilometers
82.01 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
65.58 mi
Kilometers
105.54 km
Drive Time
01h 08m

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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 01h 08m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hamilton
Thu, Apr 23, 4:31 AM EDT
Return by in Paramus
Thu, Apr 23, 5:40 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Paramus
2026-04-23T03:22
Arrive Hamilton
Thu, Apr 23, 4:31 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 08m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:09 AM to 11:09 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:12 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Paramus
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Port Reading
NJ

Census-designated place in New Jersey, United States

From Paramus
32.9 mi
00h 34m
To Hamilton
32.7 mi
00h 34m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
70Β°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 9 mph NW
Destination
68Β°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Paramus and Hamilton.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Paramus and Hamilton.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    1279 ft Β· 2 min

  2. 2

    Turn right

    59 m Β· 21 sec

  3. 3

    Turn left

    39 m Β· 10 sec

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Country Club Road

    29 m Β· 7 sec Β· Country Club Road

  5. 5

    Continue on Country Club Road

    2889 ft Β· 2 min Β· Country Club Road

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Midland Avenue

    2011 ft Β· 49 sec Β· Midland Avenue

  7. 7

    Take the ramp slight right

    1019 ft Β· 28 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    10.3 mi Β· 13 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit straight toward NJ 3 East: New York

    1990 ft Β· 49 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    2679 ft Β· 36 sec

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward East Rutherford, American Dream, Stadium, Racetrack, Training Facility

    751 ft Β· 18 sec

  12. 12

    Continue on Sheraton Plaza Drive

    1108 ft Β· 23 sec Β· Sheraton Plaza Drive

  13. 13

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike

    2509 ft Β· 1 min

  14. 14

    Keep slight right to continue on I 95 South, NJTP South: Newark

    2055 ft Β· 1 min

  15. 15

    Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur

    6.3 mi Β· 9 min Β· New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur

  16. 16

    Keep slight left to continue on New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur

    14.3 mi Β· 18 min Β· New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge

    1.4 mi Β· 3 min Β· Exit to GSP and US Route 9

  18. 18

    Keep slight left to continue on GSP South, US 9, NJ 440: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy

    1372 ft Β· 33 sec

  19. 19

    Keep slight left to continue on GSP Southbound entrance

    2594 ft Β· 1 min Β· GSP Southbound entrance

  20. 20

    Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway

    3 mi Β· 4 min Β· Garden State Parkway

  21. 21

    Keep slight left to continue on Garden State Parkway

    1.2 km Β· 49 sec Β· Garden State Parkway

  22. 22

    Keep slight right to continue on Garden State Parkway

    24 mi Β· 28 min Β· Garden State Parkway

  23. 23

    Take the exit slight right toward NJ 33 East: Ocean Grove

    2155 ft Β· 1 min

  24. 24

    Merge slight left

    1.4 km Β· 2 min

  25. 25

    Turn right onto Old Corlies Avenue

    1144 ft Β· 31 sec Β· Old Corlies Avenue

  26. 26

    Turn right onto Gully Road

    47 m Β· 4 sec Β· Gully Road

  27. 27

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m Β· 1 sec Β· Gully Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Paramus and Hamilton.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
27 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
11
5 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
41.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Garden State Parkway
27.7 mi Β· 42%
New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur
20.6 mi Β· 31%
Midland Avenue
10.8 mi Β· 17%
NJ 33 East
1.26 mi Β· 2%
NJ 3 East
0.88 mi Β· 1%
Exit to GSP and US Route 9
0.69 mi Β· 1%
Longest Stretch

Garden State Parkway

Keep slight right to continue on Garden State Parkway

24 mi Β· 00h 28m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 08m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 18m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14.6 mi
51 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Port Reading
00h 34m from Paramus
Leave By
4:12 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Paramus and Mostly Sunny near Hamilton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Paramus to Hamilton?

The road trip is about 65.6 miles (105.5 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?

Port Reading is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.9 miles from Paramus and 32.7 miles from Hamilton.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 51 miles (82 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.6 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 4:12 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.44 one way or $18.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Paramus and Mostly Sunny near Hamilton.

Stop Ideas Near Port Reading

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Port Reading and the surrounding midpoint area.
West Orange Town Hall
Scenic stop 14.9 mi away

West Orange Town Hall

West Orange , NJ
66 Main St, West Orange, NJ 07052
Rating 4.1/5 16 reviews Park
City of Elizabeth
Meeting point 7.3 mi away

City of Elizabeth

Elizabeth , NJ
50 Winfield Scott Plaza, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
Rating 4.5/5 65 reviews City Hall
City Hall
Nearby stop 12.6 mi away

City Hall

Newark , NJ
Broad St, Newark, NJ 07102
Rating 4.2/5 11 reviews Bus stop

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Port Reading.

RAIL

Metropark station

6 mi away
100 Middlesex-Essex Turnpike
RAIL

Newark Liberty International Airport

17 mi away
Newark Liberty International Airport
RAIL

New Brunswick station

18 mi away
French and Albany Streets
RAIL

Pennsylvania Station

20 mi away
1 Raymond Plaza West

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Paramus and Hamilton. Straight-line distance: 50.96 mi (82.01 km).

Paramus

#1 Paramus

Borough in Bergen County, New Jersey

Population26,063
Coordinates40.9445400, -74.0754200
Altitude20
CountryUnited States
Hamilton

#2 Hamilton

Township in Mercer County, New Jersey, United States

Population86,722
Coordinates40.2070600, -74.0812500
Altitude26
CountryUnited States
Start: (-74.07536, 40.944588)
End: Gully Road (-74.081511, 40.206984)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 106 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 11m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 38m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 18m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 05m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 56m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 49m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.31 gal
8.76 L Β· about $9.44
Round trip
$18.88
4.62 gal Β· 17.52 L
Estimated CO2
20.5 kg one way
Round trip: 41.1 kg / 91 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $9.44 $18.88
Mid-grade $4.60 $10.62 $21.25
Premium $4.95 $11.44 $22.89
Diesel $5.98 $13.81 $27.63

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in New Jersey Β· Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Paramus and Hamilton. The current time is 03:22:49.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.