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Passaic, NJ Road Trips

With 50 routes heading out and 60 heading in, Passaic, NJ works well as a modest departure point in the Northeast. Most drives stay under 65 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Passaic, NJ head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

city in Passaic County, New Jersey, United States

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Trip Routes

110

Longest Drive

159.9 mi

North Cape May, NJ

Quickest Drive

12m

East Newark, NJ

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Trips from Passaic, NJ

Driving from Passaic, NJ

On average, trips departing from Passaic, NJ run 65 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 26m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 151 miles (3h 3m), while the shortest is just 9 miles.

Popular Destinations

The most popular drives from Passaic, NJ include Whitesboro, NJ (150.7 mi, 3h 3m), Brigantine, NJ (129.9 mi, 2h 49m), Bridgeton, NJ (125.4 mi, 2h 41m), Alloway, NJ (123.6 mi, 2h 37m), and Harmony, NJ (123.3 mi, 2h 42m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in NJ currently averages around $4.09 per gallon. For the typical 65-mile trip from Passaic, NJ, budget about $11 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 50 mapped routes leaving Passaic, NJ and 60 routes heading into Passaic, NJ, covering 110 total connections. Distances range from 9 to 151 miles.

The longest mapped route from Passaic, NJ covers 151 miles and takes approximately 3h 3m. Shorter options start at just 9 miles.

The average route from Passaic, NJ runs about 65 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 26m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $4.09/gallon for regular), the average 65-mile trip from Passaic, NJ costs roughly $11 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Passaic, NJ include Whitesboro, NJ, Brigantine, NJ, Bridgeton, NJ and Alloway, NJ. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Passaic, NJ by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

69,651

Median Income

$56,780

Median Home Value

$406,500

Median Age

30.9

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

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