The Cost of Driving From Bound Brook to Freehold Township

If you're planning a road trip from Bound Brook to Freehold Township, you might be wondering how much it will cost you. With gas prices constantly changing and tolls to consider, it can be difficult to estimate the cost of your trip. In this blog post, we'll break down the different routes you can take, the distance, time, and cost of each, based on current gas prices.

Route 1: Via I-287 S and NJ-18 S

This is the most direct route between Bound Brook and Freehold Township, covering a distance of around 26 miles. The estimated driving time is 34 minutes, assuming average traffic conditions.

Gas prices as of early 2021 are around $2.50 per gallon. Based on the average fuel efficiency of a car (25 miles per gallon), you'll need just over a gallon of gas to get from Bound Brook to Freehold Township. This means you'll be looking at a cost of approximately $2.50 in gas for this route.

Additionally, there is a single toll to pay on this route. The cost of the toll for this route is $1.50.

Route 2: Via US-1 S and NJ-18 S

This route takes a more southerly direction compared to Route 1, covering a distance of around 30 miles. The estimated driving time is 41 minutes, assuming average traffic conditions.

Based on the same gas prices as Route 1, you'll need just over a gallon of gas to get from Bound Brook to Freehold Township. This means you'll be looking at a cost of approximately $2.50 in gas for this route.

There are no tolls to pay on this route, making it a slightly cheaper option compared to Route 1.

Route 3: Via US-22 W and NJ-18 S

This route involves heading west on US-22 before joining NJ-18 south towards Freehold Township. It covers a distance of around 34 miles and has an estimated driving time of 44 minutes, assuming average traffic conditions.

Based on current gas prices, it will cost just under $3.00 in gas for this route. There are no tolls to pay on this route, making it slightly cheaper compared to Route 1.

Route 4: Via I-78 W, I-287 S, and NJ-18 S

This route involves heading west on I-78 before joining I-287 and finally NJ-18 south towards Freehold Township. It is the longest route of the four, covering a distance of around 38 miles with an estimated driving time of 46 minutes.

Based on current gas prices, you will need just over a gallon and a half of gas for this route, meaning it will cost you around $3.75. There are no tolls to pay on this route, making it slightly cheaper compared to Route 1.

Conclusion

Based on current gas prices and tolls, driving from Bound Brook to Freehold Township will cost you between $2.50 and $3.75 depending on the route you take. While Route 1 is the most direct route, it is also the most expensive due to the toll. Whichever route you choose, make sure to factor in gas and toll costs when planning your trip.