Origin
Fair Lawn, NJ
Afternoon in Fair Lawn on Sunday
Local time
12:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fair Lawn, NJ to East Orange, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
22m
Distance
15 mi
24 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fair Lawn, NJ
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East Orange, NJ
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 15-mile drive from Fair Lawn to East Orange, New Jersey, is designed for a single day trip, taking approximately 22 minutes. You'll primarily navigate the Garden State Parkway and US 46, with about 68% of the journey on highways, making it a quick commute. With a modest estimated fuel cost of around $2, this route is an economical option for getting between these two Northeast locations. It's a short enough distance that you won't need to worry about overnight stays, offering plenty of flexibility for your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 7.2 mi | 9m |
| McLean Boulevard | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| US 46 | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| Fair Lawn Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Parkway Drive | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 11th Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 7.2 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fair Lawn, NJ and East Orange, NJ.
1
Start on 11th Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
11th Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto CR 76
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Fair Lawn Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 20
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
McLean Boulevard
4
Continue on NJ 20
0.8 mi
·
51 sec
·
McLean Boulevard
5
Merge onto US 46
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
·
US 46
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 46
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 46
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
519 ft
·
12 sec
Toward NJ 19 North, GSP South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward GSP Toll South
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Merge onto GSP
7.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 147
Toward East Orange
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto Parkway Drive
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Parkway Drive
Use the straight lane.
12
Arrive at destination
Parkway Drive
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 14.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CR 76 / Fair Lawn Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto CR 76 / Fair Lawn Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
4.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 46
Keep slight right at fork onto US 46
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
6.6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward NJ 19 North, GSP South
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.
Toward NJ 19 North, GSP South
7
6.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward GSP Toll South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward GSP Toll South
7
14.3 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward East Orange
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 147
Toward East Orange
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.49 one way
$4.97 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.72 | $5.45 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.91 | $5.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.31 | $6.62 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.43
Garden State Parkway
(7.2 mi)
$0.43
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Tolls
$0
Total
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.58 | $0.72 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.31 | $0.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6 | 0 | $2.10 | $0.96 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
East Orange, NJ
Afternoon in East Orange on Sunday
Local time
12:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
23 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
22m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience on this drive, with 68% of the total mileage dedicated to faster-paced roads like the Garden State Parkway and US 46. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 7.2 miles on the Garden State Parkway, allowing for a consistent pace. While primarily highway, the inclusion of McLean Boulevard means you'll experience a transition from high-speed travel to more local road conditions. This mix offers a dynamic driving experience without being overly complex.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.2 mi on Garden State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and McLean Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near CR 76 / Fair Lawn Avenue.
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 9 decision points packed into just 15 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 22m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (CR 76 / Fair Lawn Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (US 46): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Fair Lawn, NJ and East Orange, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp South and Gsp Toll South.
Gsp South
6.6 mi in
|
~9m
Gsp Toll South
6.7 mi in
|
~10m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 22m. Total distance: 15 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.2 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.43 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 East Orange, 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 0.3 miles (CR 76 / Fair Lawn Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (US 46): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 East Orange, 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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