Origin
Avenel, NJ
Morning in Avenel on Sunday
Local time
10:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Avenel, NJ to West New York, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
36m
Distance
22.6 mi
36 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Avenel, NJ
Garrison Gao
West New York, NJ
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Trip Overview
Avenel, NJ to West New York, NJ is 22.6 miles and takes about 36 minutes via US 1, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a relatively short trip, mostly within the Northeast region and entirely within New Jersey. The drive offers a mixed experience, so you'll want to be prepared for varying road conditions. It's a straightforward journey, ideal for a quick commute or a short leg of a larger trip, with a low fuel cost making it an economical choice.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 1 | 7.7 mi | 12m |
| US 1 EXPR | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Pulaski Skyway | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Carlton Street | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Tonnelle Avenue | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| East Edgar Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 51st Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Bergenline Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 1
— 7.7 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Avenel, NJ and West New York, NJ.
1
Start on CR 650
72 ft
·
3 sec
·
Avenel Street
2
Turn left onto US 1; US 9
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
3
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Edgar Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Carlton Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Use the straight lane.
6
Merge onto US 1; US 9
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Pulaski Skyway
7
Take the exit onto US 1; US 9
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
US 1; US 9
Toward US 1-9 North: Jersey City, Lincoln Tunnel
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on US 1; US 9
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn right onto 51st Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
51st Street
10
Turn sharp left onto CR 501
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
11
Turn right onto 52nd Street
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
52nd Street
12
At end of road, turn left onto Bergenline Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Bergenline Avenue
13
Turn right onto 60th Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
60th Street
14
Arrive at destination
60th Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 5 and 21.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 1; US 9 / East Edgar Road
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9 / East Edgar Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
8.2 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
17.3 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
US 1; US 9
Take the exit onto US 1; US 9 toward US 1-9 North: Jersey City, Lincoln Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 1-9 North: Jersey City, Lincoln Tunne...
5
21.8 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
CR 501 / John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Turn sharp left onto CR 501 / John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
21.9 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
52nd Street
Turn right onto 52nd Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.75 one way
$7.49 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.10 | $8.21 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.38 | $8.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.99 | $9.98 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.22
Pulaski Skyway
(3.2 mi)
$0.22
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$0
Total
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
| Efficient EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.98 | $0.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.45 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
West New York, NJ
Morning in West New York on Sunday
Local time
10:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
36m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is a mixed drive, with about 60% of it on highways. You'll encounter stretches on US 1, US 1 EXPR, and the Pulaski Skyway, indicating a predominantly fast-paced experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 7.7 miles on US 1. Expect the road to feel like a blend of busy arterial roads and elevated expressways as you make your way north. This isn't a winding scenic route, but rather a direct path utilizing major thoroughfares.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.7 mi on US 1.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5 miles in near US 1; US 9 / East Edgar Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 22.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 36m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5 miles (US 1; US 9 / East Edgar Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles (US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.3 miles (US 1; US 9): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 36m. Total distance: 22.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.7 miles on US 1. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.22 in tolls one way, starting with Pulaski Skyway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at West New York, NJ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 5 miles (US 1; US 9 / East Edgar Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles (US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.3 miles (US 1; US 9): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at West New York, NJ before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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