Valenca Restaurant
Near the end, short detour
Elizabeth, New Jersey
Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm
+19083544024
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 12m
Distance
104.4 mi
168 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gibbstown, NJ
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Passaic, NJ
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This 107.9-mile journey from Gibbstown, NJ, to Passaic, NJ, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes. You'll navigate primarily local roads, with no highway driving involved, so expect a more engaged experience behind the wheel. With an estimated fuel cost of $18, this trip is quite budget-friendly. The route stays within the Northeast region, specifically New Jersey, making it a convenient local excursion. Given its manageable length and duration, it's perfectly suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination and return without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.2 miles from Gibbstown, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 66.5 mi | 1h 17m |
| I 295 | 17.8 mi | 21m |
| NJ 21 | 11.4 mi | 16m |
| US 1 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| West Broad Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Berkley Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| NJ 81 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Paulison Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Gibbstown, NJ and Passaic, NJ.
Start on this road
At end of road, turn left onto Adalisa Avenue
Turn right onto NJ 44
Turn right onto CR 678
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 295; US 130
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ 73
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto NJTP
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ 81
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on US 1; US 9
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21
Take the exit
Continue on CR 624
Turn left onto CR 618
Turn right onto Passaic Avenue
Arrive at destination
For this 1-hour-and-55-minute drive covering 107.9 miles, starting your trip earlier in the day can help you avoid potential local traffic congestion. Since there are no designated stops and the fuel cost is a reasonable $18, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your navigation as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests frequent changes in direction. Consider a brief stop midway if you need a break, perhaps in one of the towns along West Broad Street, to stretch your legs before continuing your journey to Passaic. This route is best enjoyed without rushing, allowing you to appreciate the local scenery.
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.
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 23 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.2 miles or 1h 5m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Passaic, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Gibbstown, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Gibbstown, NJ
This is one driving day of about 104.4 miles and 2h 12m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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.
A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 52.2 miles from Gibbstown, 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 66.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
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Near the end, short detour
Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm
+19083544024
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Near the end, short detour
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+12014259120
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Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm
+19083544024
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Rutherford, New Jersey
Hours: 5–9:30 pm
+19737213404
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Hours: 2–10 pm
+18567512800
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Hours: 11:30 am–9:30 pm
+18564897373
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Marlton, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm
+18569837760
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Hours: 11:30 am–8:45 pm
+18568881578
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Mt Laurel Township, New Jersey
Hours: 12–9 pm
+18564391941
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Deptford, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm
+18568458835
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+12014259120
Near the end, ~11 min detour
Montclair, New Jersey
Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm
+19733586543
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm
+12673191700
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Kearny, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Cranbury, NJ
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Hamilton Township, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Hamilton Township, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18885577099
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Hamilton Township, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Edison, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Robbinsville Twp, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18885577099
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Kearny, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Harrison, NJ
Hours: Open 24 hours
+12012175482
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 4–9 pm
+16092005690
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 12:30–11 pm
+18563246417
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 4–10 pm
+18562727475
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Newark, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+19739005800
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 2–9 pm
+18563935500
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 5 am–10 pm
+18564953080
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 6 am–9 pm
+18562162117
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5 decision points cluster between mile 20.7 and 103.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward NJ 73 South: Berlin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward NJTP North: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
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
Take the exit toward River Drive, Passaic
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$17.31 one way
$34.62 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $18.96 | $37.91 |
| premium | $4.93 | $20.25 | $40.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.05 | $46.10 |
Estimated Tolls: $9.30
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
$17
Tolls
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.3 | 0 | $10.96 | $5.01 |
| Efficient EV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.14 | $4.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.62 | $6.68 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Gibbstown on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Passaic on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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Prepare for a 'turn-heavy local drive' as you traverse from Gibbstown to Passaic. With a 0% highway share, this route emphasizes navigating through towns and local thoroughfares, indicated by its main roads like Adalisa Avenue and West Broad Street. The absence of long highway stretches means you'll be frequently adjusting your speed and direction, keeping you actively involved in the driving process. This type of route often presents a varied landscape as you move through different communities, offering a more intimate feel of the New Jersey terrain. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, suggesting a continuous series of turns and local road segments.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and I 295. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 20.7 miles in.
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 17 significant decision points across 104.4 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 20.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 88.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Gibbstown, NJ and Passaic, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York, Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport and Downtown.
Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike
Njtp North: New York
Newark Airport
Elizabeth Seaport
Downtown
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 12m. Total distance: 104.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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