Maplewood-New Brunswick, Nj: Travel Distance

The distance between Maplewood, NJ, and New Brunswick, NJ, is around 19-20 miles in a northeast or southwest direction. The distance by car is around 25-26 miles and will take approximately 30 minutes to drive non-stop. The fastest route between the two locations is the GSP N or GSP S route, with the halfway point being Iselin, NJ.

The distance is 19.31 miles in a northeast direction

The distance between Maplewood, NJ and New Brunswick, NJ is 19.31 miles in a northeast direction. This distance can be covered by car in around 30 minutes via the GSP N route, which is approximately 25 miles long.

If you're travelling by car and want to break up the journey, Iselin, NJ is located at the halfway point between the two towns. It is 12 miles from New Brunswick, NJ and 15 miles from Maplewood, NJ, and the trip from either location will take around 15-19 minutes.

If you're travelling without a car, there are a few other options to consider. You can take a train or bus, with the journey taking around 1 hour 37 minutes and costing around $46. Alternatively, you can take a taxi, which will take around 30 minutes but will cost more, in the range of $100-$120.

Both Maplewood, NJ and New Brunswick, NJ are in the same time zone, EDT, and the current time in both locations is around noon.

It's a 31-minute drive non-stop

If you're driving a car with a fuel efficiency of MPG, you will need 1.01 gallons of gas to cover the route, which will cost you around $3.18. During the trip, your car will release 19.76 pounds of CO2 into the atmosphere, which equates to a carbon footprint of 0.79 pounds of CO2 per mile.

If you're looking for a place to stop along the way, the closest town to the halfway point is Iselin, NJ, which is 12 miles from New Brunswick and 15 miles from Maplewood. It will take you around 18 minutes to drive from New Brunswick to Iselin and 19 minutes to drive from Maplewood to Iselin.

Some major cities you'll pass along the route include Newark, Elizabeth, and Edison.

The halfway point is Iselin, NJ

The halfway point between Maplewood, NJ, and New Brunswick, NJ, is Iselin, NJ. Iselin is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) located within Woodbridge Township, in Middlesex County. The distance from New Brunswick to Maplewood is around 19 miles in a northeast direction, and 25-26 miles by car, following the GSP N or S route. The closest town to the halfway point is Iselin, which is situated 12-14 miles from New Brunswick, and 12-15 miles from Maplewood. It would take around 17-19 minutes to get to Iselin from either New Brunswick or Maplewood.

Iselin was previously known as Perrytown and Unionville, and received its current name after New York City investment banker and philanthropist Adrian Iselin, who established a finishing school for girls from wealthy New York families in the area in the 1870s. Iselin also subsidised the building of a train station, which was later replaced by the Metropark station to the south. The largest bordering town of Iselin is Edison.

Iselin's downtown is centred on Little India (also known as Oak Tree Road), which is bound by the Garden State Parkway to the west, and Route 27 (Lincoln Highway) to the east. The area has become a hub for Indian American cultural diversity, with a wide array of shops, eateries, and services, and is known for its high-quality Indian food, clothing, jewellery, and music.

The 2010 United States census counted 18,695 people, 6,445 households, and 4,892 families in Iselin. The racial makeup was 41.47% White, 6.72% Black or African American, 0.33% Native American, 46.12% Asian, and 2.26% from other races, with a Hispanic or Latino population of 7.12%.

The fastest route is via the GSP N or GSP S

The Garden State Parkway (GSP) is the fastest route between Maplewood, NJ, and New Brunswick, NJ. The GSP N route is the fastest, covering 25 miles (40.23 km) in about 31 minutes. The route takes you northeast from New Brunswick to Maplewood, with Iselin, NJ, marking the halfway point.

The GSP N route is not only the fastest but also offers a more direct route compared to the GSP S alternative. While the GSP S route can also get you between the two locations, it is not as direct and may take longer.

When travelling via the GSP N, you will pass through some major cities along the way, including Newark, Elizabeth, and Edison. These cities offer a great opportunity to take a break or explore some of New Jersey's diverse attractions.

The GSP N route is also relatively cost-effective in terms of fuel efficiency. A car with good mileage will only need about 1.01 gallons of gas for the trip, costing around $3.18, according to recent gas price estimates.

If you're looking to meet halfway between the two locations, Iselin, NJ, is your best bet. It is situated roughly 12 miles from New Brunswick and 15 miles from Maplewood, making it an ideal spot to stop or connect with someone travelling from the other location.

So, whether you're commuting, visiting, or planning a road trip, the GSP N route is the fastest and most efficient way to travel between Maplewood and New Brunswick, New Jersey.

The estimated fuel cost for the trip is $3.18-$3.39

The distance between Maplewood, New Jersey and New Brunswick, New Jersey is around 19.31 miles in a southwest direction, and 25-26 miles by car, depending on the route taken. The fastest route by car is around 30 minutes long and the halfway point is Iselin, New Jersey.

The cost of fuel can vary depending on several factors, including the efficiency of the car, the price of gas, and the distance travelled. For example, a smaller car will generally be more fuel-efficient than a large SUV, and a properly tuned engine can also improve fuel efficiency. The price of gas can fluctuate due to factors such as government intervention, the global oil price, and natural disasters.

Additionally, the cost of driving 30 miles with a vehicle that gets 30 miles per gallon (MPG) is around $3.75, assuming a gas price of $3.75 per gallon. This calculation does not include maintenance or wear and tear on the car.

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