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Rutgers University-Busch Campus New Jersey Map

Explore Rutgers University-Busch Campus, New Jersey, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Rutgers University-Busch Campus, New Jersey

How to Use This Rutgers University-Busch Campus, New Jersey Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Rutgers University-Busch Campus, New Jersey. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of New Jersey or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Rutgers University-Busch Campus.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

CityRutgers University-Busch Campus
StateNew Jersey (NJ)
CountyMiddlesex County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneEastern Time (America/New_York)
Latitude40.5214
Longitude-74.4654
Population4,586
Density1447.8 /km²
IncorporatedN/A
ZIP Code08854
Area Code908
County SeatNew Brunswick
School DistrictPiscataway Township School District

About Rutgers University-Busch Campus, New Jersey

Rutgers University-Busch Campus is a locality in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,586. The population density is 1447.8 people per km². Rutgers University-Busch Campus is located at 40.5214°N, 74.4654°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 08854.

Rutgers University-Busch Campus serves as a hub of rigorous scientific inquiry, grounded in a landscape defined by the nearby Raritan River. It lies 2.0 miles north of East Franklin, NJ (from East Franklin, NJ: bearing 9°T), and is situated 2.8 miles west of Edison. The terrain here transitions from the intellectual intensity of laboratory corridors to the serene expanse of the William L Hutcheson Memorial Forest, which lies only four miles away. To the west, the subtle rise of Middlebrook Heights anchors the horizon, providing a backdrop to the daily movement of scholars and students. The proximity to Lake Nelson, just two miles distant, offers a quiet reprieve from the academic pace, while the depression of the Kilmer Bowl adds a unique geological texture to the surrounding topography. Even at this distance from the open coast, the air carries a distinct, crisp quality that seems to drift inland toward the campus grounds.

Rutgers University-Busch Campus has evolved from its mid-century origins into a cornerstone of New Jersey’s research-driven economy. The local industries are inextricably linked to the university’s focus on engineering, pharmacy, and life sciences, fostering a culture of innovation that draws talent from across the globe. This intellectual commerce sustains a steady, industrious rhythm, where the pursuit of new technology mirrors the industrious history of the state’s industrial corridors. Nearby, Johnson Park provides a necessary green buffer, serving as a recreational space for those who contribute to the regional economic vitality. The proximity to the Raritan River continues to influence the development of the site, reminding observers of the historical importance of water access for regional growth and infrastructure.

The cultural character of Rutgers University-Busch Campus is defined by a blend of disciplined focus and the quiet camaraderie of academic discovery. Notable landmarks like the high-tech research centers and expansive lecture halls shape the daily experience, creating a environment where scientific breakthroughs are treated as communal milestones. During local events, the campus becomes a theater for intellectual exchange, often punctuated by the presence of renowned researchers and innovators who have left their mark on global science. While the site is a place of serious work, the proximity to natural features like the tranquil waters of Lake Nelson invites a contemplative pause in the midst of a demanding schedule. Famous figures in the fields of medicine and technology have walked these paths, their contributions reflecting the enduring spirit of inquiry that permeates the institution.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Split and Twisted (Public Artwork) — 0.2 mi, 061° NE
  • Paul Robeson Cultural Center (Arts Centre) — 0.4 mi, 063° NE
  • Johnson Park (Local Conservation Area) — 0.6 mi, 161° S
  • Kroeger Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 321° NW
  • Municipal Pool (Local Recreation) — 0.9 mi, 345° N
  • Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park (State Park) — 0.9 mi, 208° SW
  • Buccleuch Park (Local Recreation) — 1.0 mi, 168° S
  • Conservation Area (Local Conservation Area) — 1.2 mi, 184° S
  • Rutgers Cinema (Cinema) — 1.5 mi, 079° E
  • Livingston Art Center (Arts Centre) — 1.7 mi, 085° E
  • Mason Gross Memorial (Monument) — 1.7 mi, 146° SE
  • World War II Memorial (Monument) — 1.7 mi, 147° SE
  • Vietnam War Memorial (Monument) — 1.7 mi, 148° SE
  • Rutgers Geology Museum (Museum) — 1.8 mi, 148° SE
  • Unknown Park (Local Park) — 1.9 mi, 196° S
  • Stress Factory Comedy Club (Theatre) — 2.1 mi, 147° SE
  • Levin Theater (Theatre) — 3.0 mi, 147° SE
  • Six Mile Run Reservoir Site (State Park) — 3.9 mi, 210° SW
  • Monster Mini Golf (Attraction) — 4.3 mi, 098° E
  • Hamilton Street Gallery (Gallery) — 4.4 mi, 310° NW
  • Negri-Nepote Native Grassland Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 4.6 mi, 221° SW
  • Galerie Westerhoff (Gallery) — 5.6 mi, 077° E
  • BASeCAMP Studio & Gallery (Gallery) — 5.6 mi, 078° E
  • Scenic View at Washington Rock (Viewpoint) — 6.3 mi, 357° N
  • 8k Cinemas Movie City (Cinema) — 7.5 mi, 062° NE
  • George Dealaman Nature Trail and Pond (Nature Reserve) — 7.5 mi, 343° N
  • Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 11.3 mi, 354° N · 16k acres
  • Great Swamp Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 12.3 mi, 000° N · 3,611 acres
  • Gateway National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 17.1 mi, 087° E · 47k acres

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About This Rutgers University-Busch Campus Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Rutgers University-Busch Campus, New Jersey. Coordinates: 40.5214, -74.4654. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.

Detailed location data for Rutgers University-Busch Campus includes the ZIP code (08854), telephone area code (908), county seat of Middlesex County (New Brunswick), and school district assignment (Piscataway Township School District).

Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.

Page generatedSeptember 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Map layersGoogle Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model)
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.