Road Trips from Passaic, NJ
Heading out from Passaic, you've got a solid range of day trip options, mostly on highways with flat terrain. Most destinations are under two hours, making them easy escapes. You'll also find several routes that pass by or are near significant national parks like Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park. If you're looking for a longer drive, there are options that push past two hours, offering a bit more distance for your day.
Total Routes
53
Shortest
0.7h
With Parks Nearby
53
Under 2 hours
33 total in this range
Frenchtown, NJ
1h 24m63.7 mi one way
This is one of the closest options at 1.4 hours and 63.7 miles, featuring a high drive score of 8. It's a good choice if you want a shorter trip that still includes access to parks like Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park, all on mostly flat terrain.
Palmyra, NJ
1h 52m84.4 mi one way
At 1.9 hours and 84.4 miles, this route offers a slightly longer drive than Frenchtown but still maintains a drive score of 8. It keeps the mostly flat terrain and provides access to parks such as Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area.
South Toms River, NJ
1h 37m75.9 mi one way
This trip clocks in at 1.6 hours and 75.9 miles, with a drive score of 7. It's a straightforward, mostly highway route with flat terrain, and like many other options, it offers proximity to parks like Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park.
Gloucester City, NJ
1h 58m94.8 mi one way
With a drive time of 2 hours and covering 94.8 miles, this is one of the longer day trips. It maintains a drive score of 7 and mostly flat terrain, while still providing access to notable parks including Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area.
Mount Ephraim, NJ
1h 56m92.8 mi one way
This option takes 1.9 hours and covers 92.8 miles, offering a drive score of 7. It's similar in length to Palmyra but a bit further south, featuring mostly flat terrain and access to parks like Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park and Thomas Edison National Historical Park.
Full-day getaway
20 total in this range
Mays Landing, NJ
2h 33m115.1 mi one way
This is a longer day trip at 2.6 hours and 115.1 miles, boasting a high drive score of 9. It's one of the furthest options, offering a more extended drive on mostly flat terrain with access to parks like Gateway National Recreation Area.
Harmony, NJ
2h 42m123.3 mi one way
At 2.7 hours and 123.3 miles, this is one of the longest drives available, with a strong drive score of 9. The terrain is mostly flat, and it offers proximity to significant parks like Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park.
Bridgeton, NJ
2h 41m125.4 mi one way
This drive is 2.7 hours and 125.4 miles, earning a high drive score of 9. It represents one of the furthest destinations, featuring mostly flat terrain and access to national park sites such as Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area.
Newfield, NJ
2h 30m118.7 mi one way
Covering 118.7 miles and taking 2.5 hours, this route has a high drive score of 9. It's a longer drive on mostly flat terrain, and it provides access to parks including Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park.
Fairton, NJ
2h 47m128.7 mi one way
This is the longest option at 2.8 hours and 128.7 miles, with an excellent drive score of 9. It’s a solid choice for a full day out, offering mostly flat terrain and opportunities to visit parks like Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park and Thomas Edison National Historical Park.
Browse by Mood
Mays Landing, NJ
2h 33m115.1 mi one way
Harmony, NJ
2h 42m123.3 mi one way
Bridgeton, NJ
2h 41m125.4 mi one way
Newfield, NJ
2h 30m118.7 mi one way
Mays Landing, NJ
2h 33m115.1 mi one way
Bridgeton, NJ
2h 41m125.4 mi one way
Brigantine, NJ
2h 49m129.9 mi one way
Frenchtown, NJ
1h 24m63.7 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With mostly flat terrain and nearby parks, spring offers pleasant drives to explore the natural areas and historical sites accessible from Passaic.
Summer
The mostly highway routes and flat terrain make summer drives easy, with numerous park options available for outdoor activities.
Fall
Flat terrain and accessible parks mean fall color drives are straightforward, offering a good way to experience the season before winter sets in.
Winter
Mostly flat terrain and highway profiles suggest manageable winter drives, though checking park accessibility is advised.
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