Origin
Closter, NJ
Late night in Closter on Sunday
Local time
4:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Closter, NJ to Passaic, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
19 mi
31 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Closter, NJ
Garrison Gao
Passaic, NJ
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Trip Overview
Closter, NJ to Passaic, NJ is 19 miles and takes about 29 minutes via Washington Avenue and NJ 21, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its brief duration, this drive is ideal for a quick transit or an add-on to a larger journey in the area. You'll experience a mixed drive, so be prepared for varied road conditions as you make your way.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Avenue | 3 mi | 4m |
| NJ 21 | 2.8 mi | 2m |
| NJ 4 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Garden State Parkway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| New Bridge Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Schraalenburgh Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| US 46 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| High Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Washington Avenue
— 3 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Closter, NJ and Passaic, NJ.
1
Start on Railroad Avenue
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Railroad Avenue
2
Continue on Naugle Street
521 ft
·
22 sec
·
Naugle Street
3
Continue on Closter Dock Road
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Closter Dock Road
4
Turn left onto West Street
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
West Street
5
At end of road, turn right onto CR 502
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
6
Turn straight onto CR 502
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Old Hook Road
7
Turn left onto CR 39
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Schraalenburgh Road
8
Continue on CR 39
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Washington Avenue
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn right onto CR 49
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
New Bridge Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on CR 49
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Roemer Avenue
11
Continue on CR 49
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
New Bridge Road
12
Turn straight
244 ft
·
9 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto CR 503
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Main Street
14
At end of road, turn right
405 ft
·
11 sec
15
Take the ramp
292 ft
·
8 sec
Toward NJ 4 West
16
Merge onto NJ 4
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 4
Use the right lane.
17
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward Paramus Road South
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn straight onto CR 62
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Paramus Road
19
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward GSP Toll South
Use the right lane.
20
Merge onto GSP
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Garden State Parkway
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 157
Toward US 46 West: Garfield
Use the slight right lane.
22
Merge onto US 46
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 46
Use the slight right lane.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21
2.8 mi
·
2 min
·
NJ 21
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 11
Toward Main Avenue, Passaic
Use the slight right lane.
25
Turn right onto CR 601
508 ft
·
11 sec
·
Main Avenue
26
Turn left onto CR 618
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Paulison Avenue
27
Turn right onto Passaic Avenue
95 ft
·
2 sec
·
Passaic Avenue
28
Arrive at destination
Passaic Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 5.8 and 18.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
5.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
CR 49 / New Bridge Road
Turn right onto CR 49 / New Bridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
11 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward Paramus Road South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Paramus Road South
7
14 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward US 46 West: Garfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 157
Toward US 46 West: Garfield
6
15.5 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
NJ 21
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
18.3 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward Main Avenue, Passaic
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 11
Toward Main Avenue, Passaic
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.15 one way
$6.30 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.45 | $6.90 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.68 | $7.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.19 | $8.39 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.14
Garden State Parkway
(2.3 mi)
$0.14
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Tolls
$0
Total
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.99 | $0.91 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.66 | $0.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.66 | $1.22 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Passaic, NJ
Late night in Passaic on Sunday
Local time
4:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Mostly Sunny
SE 7 to 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 18 at 1:02PM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
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
22 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
29m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a mixed drive, with 47% of it on highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 3 miles on Washington Avenue. As you progress, you'll transition between different road types, from local streets to more direct highway segments like NJ 21. Expect the character of the drive to change as you move through different communities and traffic patterns.
47% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3 mi on Washington Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 5.8 miles in near CR 49 / New Bridge Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 18 decision points packed into just 19 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 29m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles (CR 49 / New Bridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Closter, NJ and Passaic, NJ, road signs point toward Paramus Road South and Gsp Toll South.
Paramus Road South
11 mi in
|
~18m
Gsp Toll South
11.5 mi in
|
~19m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 19 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (47%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3 miles on Washington Avenue. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.14 in tolls one way, starting with Garden State Parkway. 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 Passaic, 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 5.8 miles (CR 49 / New Bridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Morristown National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Passaic, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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