Origin
Deerfield, NJ
Late night in Deerfield on Sunday
Local time
5:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Deerfield, NJ to Newark, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
109.8 mi
177 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 14m
★
6 AM
2h 24m
8 AM
2h 44m
10 AM
2h 31m
12 PM
2h 29m
3 PM
2h 32m
5 PM
2h 43m
8 PM
2h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Deerfield, NJ
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Deerfield to Newark, expect a journey covering 113.2 miles. This route typically takes about 2 hours and 3 minutes to complete, making it a very manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $19 for fuel to cover the distance. Because this trip stays entirely within the Northeast region of New Jersey, you will remain within a familiar geographic context throughout the drive. It is a straightforward trek that works well for travelers looking to move between these two points without needing multiple days of transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.9 miles from Deerfield, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 75 mi | 1h 27m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| NJ 77 | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Ellis Mill Road | 4 mi | 7m |
| Bridgeton Pike | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| NJ 21 | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| US 1 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Black Horse Pike | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 75 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deerfield, NJ and Newark, NJ.
1
Start on CR 540
36 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Deerfield Road
2
Turn left onto NJ 77
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
NJ 77
3
Enter roundabout onto NJ 77
86 ft
·
1 sec
·
Bridgeton Pike
4
Continue on NJ 77
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Bridgeton Pike
5
Turn right onto CR 641
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Ellis Mill Road
6
Continue on CR 641
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Ellis Street
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward NJ 55 North: Bellmawr
8
Merge onto NJ 55
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
9
Take the exit onto Exit 58
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Exit 58
Exit 58
Toward Deptford, Almonesson
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on Deptford Center Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Deptford Center Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
11
Turn left onto NJ 41
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hurffville Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Continue on NJ 41; CR 544
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Clements Bridge Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 41
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Clements Bridge Road
14
Turn left onto NJ 168
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Black Horse Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJTP North: New York
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto NJTP
23 mi
·
26 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
18
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP
52 mi
·
1 hr
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 13A
Toward Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport
Use the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto NJ 81
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on US 1; US 9
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 21
Toward NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
24
Turn left onto Chestnut Street
229 ft
·
7 sec
·
Chestnut Street
Use the left lane.
25
Turn right onto Mulberry Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Mulberry Street
26
Turn left onto CR 510
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Market Street
Use the left lane.
27
Arrive at destination
CR 510
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Because there are no mandatory stops built into the 2-hour and 3-minute transit time, you can easily complete the drive in a single push. However, keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route can be more fatiguing than highway driving, so ensure you are well-rested before heading out. Make sure to keep your $19 fuel budget handy and double-check your route navigation before leaving Deerfield, as the reliance on local roads can involve frequent turns. Staying alert at the Pole Tavern Circle and along the local stretches will help ensure a smooth arrival in Newark.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 54.9 miles from Deerfield, NJ, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 24 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.9 miles or 1h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newark, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Deerfield, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Deerfield, NJ
This is one driving day of about 109.8 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Deerfield, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New Jersey Turnpike for about 75 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54.9 miles from Deerfield, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New Jersey Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 205 decision points cluster between mile 24.4 and 107.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
24.4 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
Exit 58
Take the exit onto Exit 58 toward Deptford, Almonesson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 58
Toward Deptford, Almonesson
7
28.1 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJTP North: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward NJTP North: New York
6
51.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
103.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
Take the exit toward Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport
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 13A
Toward Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport
8
107.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m in
|
NJ 21
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21 toward NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.20 one way
$36.41 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $19.94 | $39.87 |
| premium | $4.93 | $21.29 | $42.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.24 | $48.48 |
Estimated Tolls: $10.50
New Jersey Turnpike
(75 mi)
$10.50
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Tolls
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.9 | 0 | $11.53 | $5.27 |
| Efficient EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.61 | $4.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.9 | 0 | $15.37 | $7.03 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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
Newark, NJ
Late night in Newark on Sunday
Local time
5:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Bristol, PA
55 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
15 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
2h 23m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Thomas Edison National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
$10
near mile 109.8
Park Closure: Glenmont Mansion and Grounds Closed
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Silk cloth and steam locomotives; textiles and continuous paper rolls; firearms and aircraft engines. What do these things have in common? All were manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ. In 17...
12 mi from route
~31 min detour
Free
near mile 109.8
View on nps.gov
Gateway National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
Free
near mile 102.3
View on nps.gov
Morristown National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...
19 mi from route
~47 min detour
Free
near mile 106
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route relies on local roads like Bridgeton Pike, Ellis Mill Road, and the Pole Tavern Circle rather than major highways. In fact, the highway share for this trip is 0%, meaning you will be navigating surface streets and local corridors for the entire 113.2-mile duration. Expect a technical driving experience that requires your full attention as you transition between these smaller roadways. This is a hands-on drive that rewards drivers who prefer staying off the fast-paced interstates.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75 mi on New Jersey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and Veterans Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 24.4 miles in near Exit 58.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 109.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 24.4 miles (Exit 58): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.8 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Deerfield, NJ and Newark, NJ, road signs point toward Deptford, Almonesson, Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York, Newark Airport and Elizabeth Seaport.
Deptford
24.4 mi in
|
~35m
|
via Exit 58
Almonesson
24.4 mi in
|
~35m
|
via Exit 58
Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
27.9 mi in
|
~42m
Njtp North: New York
28.1 mi in
|
~43m
Newark Airport
103.7 mi in
|
~2h 12m
Elizabeth Seaport
103.7 mi in
|
~2h 12m
About the Cities
Arriving in Newark, NJ
Full guide →Newark is New Jersey's largest city and second largest in Metro New York. Although one of the great historic cities of the Northeast and the most culture-rich city in the state, Newark is often overlooked in favor of Goliath-like Manhattan and towns along the Hudson River, such as Jersey City and Hoboken. While no longer the industrial powerhouse it once was, Newark remains one of America's major shipping, rail, and air hubs. Public transportation is abundant, making it easy to get to, from, and around the city. Newark has been economically disadvantaged for some time, and suffers from a bad reputation, often informed by negative stereotyping. Thanks in large part to a nationally high-profile mayor (Cory Booker, now a U.S.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 109.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 75 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $10.50 in tolls one way, starting with New Jersey Turnpike. 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 Newark, NJ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 24.4 miles (Exit 58): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.8 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area (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 Newark, 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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