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Trip from Florence, NJ to Paterson, NJ

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

Drive Time

1h 39m

Distance

76 mi

122 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
1h 32m ★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 35m

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

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Downtown Florence, NJ, NJ

Florence, NJ

Aisling Kerr

city in and the county seat of Passaic County, New Jersey, United States

Paterson, NJ

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Trip Overview

Embark on a straightforward 76-mile journey from Florence, NJ, to Paterson, NJ, that's best tackled in a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes. This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 92% of the route utilizing major arteries like I-95, the Garden State Parkway, and the New Jersey Turnpike Pennsylvania Extension. Expect a fuel cost of around $13 for this trip. Given its relatively short duration and efficient highway profile, this route is ideal for a quick transfer between locations within the Northeast region, requiring no overnight stays. It's a practical option for getting from point A to point B efficiently.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

38 miles from Florence, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 39.8 mi 45m
Garden State Parkway 25.8 mi 35m
New Jersey Turnpike Pennsylvania Extension 2.6 mi 2m
NJ 19 1.7 mi 1m
East Delaware Avenue 1 mi 1m
East Front Street 0.6 mi 1m
Burlington-Bordentown Road 0.4 mi <1m
Main Street 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 39.8 mi, about 45m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Florence, NJ and Paterson, NJ.

1

Start on Broad Street

0.2 mi · 43 sec · Broad Street
2

Turn right onto CR 656

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Front Street
3

Continue on CR 656

1.0 mi · 1 min · East Delaware Avenue
4

Turn right onto US 130

0.4 mi · 37 sec · Burlington-Bordentown Road
5

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll, PATP: New Jersey Turnpike
6

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City, Camden
7

Merge onto I 95

2.6 mi · 2 min · New Jersey Turnpike Pennsylvania Extension
8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95

40 mi · 45 min · I 95
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 11 Toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge Use the slight right lane.
10

Keep slight right at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway Use the slight right lane.
11

Merge onto GSP

26 mi · 35 min · Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
12

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 155A Toward NJ 19: Paterson Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13

Merge onto NJ 19

1.7 mi · 1 min · NJ 19
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

313 ft · 7 sec
Toward I 80 West: Grand Street, Del Water Gap
15

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 23 sec
Toward Grand Street Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
16

Turn right onto CR 638

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Grand Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
17

Turn left onto CR 509

0.3 mi · 29 sec · Main Street
Use the straight lane.
18

Turn right onto CR 648

453 ft · 15 sec · Market Street
19

Turn left onto Colt Street

42 ft · 3 sec · Colt Street
20

Arrive at destination

Colt Street

Trip Plan

For this 1-hour and 39-minute drive, consider departing outside of peak commuting hours to maximize efficiency, especially as you'll be navigating busy New Jersey highways. With a fuel cost estimate of $13, planning for refueling before you start is a good idea, though the relatively short distance means you likely won't need extensive stops. Since this is a single-day trip covering 76 miles, flexibility is key; you can easily adjust your departure time. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, particularly as you approach the more urban areas of Paterson, to ensure a smooth arrival.

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 38 miles from Florence, NJ, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.8 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 17 miles or 23m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 38 miles or 47m 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 23m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Paterson, NJ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Florence, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Florence, NJ

This is one driving day of about 76 miles and 1h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Florence, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 39.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

38 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

Trenton, NJ

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Old Bridge, NJ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 38 miles from Florence, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Oasis Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cranford, New Jersey

Later in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $30 to $50 mile 54.3

Hours: 12–9:30 pm

+19089676161

Visit website

Amsterdam Alley Bar & Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Linden, New Jersey

2 mi

Mambo Cuban Restaurant & Lounge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Union, New Jersey

2.3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Eagle Rock Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Montclair, New Jersey

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 70.6

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

+19733586543

Visit website

Oasis Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $30 to $50 mile 54.3

Cranford, New Jersey

Hours: 12–9:30 pm

+19089676161

Visit website

Amsterdam Alley Bar & Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 54.3

Linden, New Jersey

Hours: 12 pm–12 am

+19089254166

Visit website

Mambo Cuban Restaurant & Lounge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 59.7

Union, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+19083966401

Visit website

Restaurant Lorena's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $50 to $10 mile 59.7

Maplewood, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+19737634460

Visit website

Fratelli's Italian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Burlington, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16095262746

Visit website

Fusion 27 restaurant and catering services

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 76

Totowa, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm

+19735955595

Visit website

Valenca Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 59.7

Elizabeth, New Jersey

Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm

+19083544024

Visit website

Giorgio's Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately mile 59.7

South Orange Village, New Jersey

Hours: 12–3 pm

+19737624440

Visit website

Eagle Rock Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 70.6

Montclair, New Jersey

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

+19733586543

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 16.3

Robbinsville Twp, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 59.7

Union, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 59.7

Union, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 27.1

Cranbury, NJ

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0 mi from route mile 21.7

East Windsor, NJ

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 54.3

Clark, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 16.3

Hamilton Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 21.7

East Windsor, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Fords Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 43.4

Woodbridge, New Jersey

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+17327453900

Visit website

Nomahegan Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 54.3

Cranford, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+19085274900

Visit website

Military Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 65.1

Newark, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+19739005800

Visit website

Mindowaskin Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 54.3

Westfield, New Jersey

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+19082330028

Visit website

West Hudson Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 65.1

Harrison, NJ

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12012175482

Visit website

Cornucopia Cruise Lines

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 43.4

Perth Amboy, New Jersey

+17326979500

Visit website

Echo Lake Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 54.3

Mountainside, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Independence Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 65.1

Newark, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19732683500

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 45.9 and 75.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
45.9 mi into trip | ~56m in

Take the exit toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge

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 GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbri...
7
46.3 mi into trip | ~57m in

Keep slight right at fork toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway
7
72.9 mi into trip | ~1h 34m in

Take the exit toward NJ 19: Paterson

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Exit 155A Toward NJ 19: Paterson
8
75.3 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Grand Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward Grand Street
7
75.4 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in | CR 638 / Grand Street

Turn right onto CR 638 / Grand Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.60 one way

$25.20 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $13.80 $27.60
premium $4.93 $14.74 $29.48
diesel $5.61 $16.78 $33.56

Estimated Tolls: $1.92

Garden State Parkway (25.8 mi) $1.55
New Jersey Turnpike (2.6 mi) $0.37

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

$13

Tolls

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22.8 0 $7.98 $3.65
Efficient EV 19 0 $6.65 $3.04
EV Truck/SUV 30.4 0 $10.64 $4.86

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (67% 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 16, 2026

Origin

Florence, NJ

Morning in Florence on Sunday

Local time

7:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Paterson, NJ

Morning in Paterson on Sunday

Local time

7:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

11 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

1h 39m 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.

Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park

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...

0 mi from route ~1 min detour Free near mile 76
Caution: Limited Amphitheater Accessibility
Caution: Overlook Park Parking Lot - Vehicles Must Be Parked in a Designated Spot
View on nps.gov
Thomas Edison National Historical Park

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...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 near mile 65.5
View on nps.gov
Morristown National Historical Park

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...

15 mi from route ~37 min detour Free near mile 57.7
View on nps.gov
Gateway National Recreation Area

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...

20 mi from route ~50 min detour Free near mile 62.9
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This 76-mile drive is characterized by its heavy reliance on major highways, making it a highway-focused experience for nearly its entire duration. With 92% of the route on interstates and parkways, you'll encounter fast-paced travel for the majority of your trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 39.8 miles on I-95, offering a consistent pace. While the profile suggests a straightforward drive, be prepared for the typical traffic patterns associated with these busy New Jersey corridors as you progress towards Paterson.

92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.8 mi on I 95.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Garden State Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 45.9 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 45.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 72.9 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.

Between Florence, NJ and Paterson, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp and Woodbridge.

Gsp

45.9 mi in | ~56m

Woodbridge

45.9 mi in | ~56m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 76 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 39.8 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $1.92 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 Paterson, 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 45.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 72.9 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 Paterson, 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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