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Trip from Fair Lawn, NJ to Woodbridge, NJ

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

48m

Distance

31.3 mi

50 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$5

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 12 min
4 AM
0h 44m ★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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borough in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States

Fair Lawn, NJ

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township in Middlesex County, New Jersey

Woodbridge, NJ

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Trip Overview

This 31.3-mile drive from Fair Lawn, NJ, to Woodbridge, NJ, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 48 minutes. Designed as a highway-focused experience, you'll spend about 82% of your time on major roadways, making it ideal for a single-day excursion. With an estimated fuel cost of $6, this route is budget-friendly. You'll navigate primarily using NJ 21 and US 1, with McLean Boulevard also playing a role. Given its brevity and efficient nature, this drive is perfectly suited for a quick transit between two points within the Northeast region, requiring no overnight stays.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NJ 21 14.3 mi 20m
US 1 10.8 mi 17m
McLean Boulevard 3.4 mi 5m
Amboy Avenue 0.6 mi 1m
Fair Lawn Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
Saint Georges Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
US 46 0.4 mi <1m
11th Street 0.3 mi 1m
Longest stretch: NJ 21 — 14.3 mi, about 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fair Lawn, NJ and Woodbridge, 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 left at fork onto NJ 21

14 mi · 20 min · NJ 21
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7

Merge onto US 1; US 9

0.2 mi · 17 sec · US 1; US 9
8

Continue on US 1; US 9

4.3 mi · 5 min · US 1; US 9
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Continue on US Route 1/9 Southbound

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Carlton Street
10

Continue on US 1; US 9

3.5 mi · 6 min · US 1; US 9
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
11

Continue on US 1; US 9

0.3 mi · 28 sec · US 1; US 9
12

Continue on US 1; US 9

2.5 mi · 3 min · US 1; US 9
Use the straight lane.
13

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Toward NJ 35: Rahway, The Amboys Use the slight right lane.
14

Turn left onto NJ 35

0.5 mi · 1 min · Saint Georges Avenue
Use the left lane.
15

Continue on NJ 35

0.6 mi · 1 min · Amboy Avenue
16

Turn right onto CR 604

61 ft · 2 sec · Green Street
17

Arrive at destination

CR 604

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

most populous city in the United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

New York City, NY

16 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Concord, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 15.7 miles from Fair Lawn, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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 8

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 31.3 — 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 | 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.
7
30 mi into trip | ~45m in

Take the exit toward NJ 35: Rahway, The Amboys

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 NJ 35: Rahway, The Amboys
4
30.1 mi into trip | ~45m in | NJ 35 / Saint Georges Avenue

Turn left onto NJ 35 / Saint Georges Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
4
31.3 mi into trip | ~48m in | CR 604 / Green Street

Turn right onto CR 604 / Green Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.19 one way

$10.38 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 11 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $5.68 $11.37
premium $4.93 $6.07 $12.14
diesel $5.61 $6.91 $13.82

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$5

Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 9.4 0 $3.29 $1.50
Efficient EV 7.8 0 $2.74 $1.25
EV Truck/SUV 12.5 0 $4.38 $2.00

Gas CO2

11 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (64% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 19, 2026

Origin

Fair Lawn, NJ

Morning in Fair Lawn on Sunday

Local time

6:24 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Rain Showers Likely

SE 5 mph 71% chance Live forecast

Freeze Watch

Freeze Watch issued April 19 at 2:19AM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY

Freeze Watch

Freeze Watch issued April 19 at 1:11AM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Destination

Woodbridge, NJ

Morning in Woodbridge on Sunday

Local time

6:24 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Chance Rain Showers

E 5 mph 32% chance Live forecast

Freeze Watch

Freeze Watch issued April 19 at 2:19AM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY

Freeze Watch

Freeze Watch issued April 19 at 1:11AM 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

48m 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?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 31.3-mile journey, with 82% of the route utilizing major roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 14.3 miles along NJ 21, offering a sustained period of highway driving. While the profile suggests a focus on faster-paced travel, be aware that segments on US 1 and McLean Boulevard might introduce more varied traffic conditions. This route is designed for efficient travel, prioritizing directness over extensive scenic detours.

82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.3 mi on NJ 21.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 21 and US 1. 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 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 8 decision points packed into just 31.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.

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 (NJ 21): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 30 miles: 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 48m. Total distance: 31.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

48m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 14.3 miles on NJ 21. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 6 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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 Woodbridge, 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 (NJ 21): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 30 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 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 Woodbridge, 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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