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Trip from Gibbstown, NJ to Passaic, 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 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

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 3m ★
6 AM
2h 12m
8 AM
2h 31m
10 AM
2h 19m
12 PM
2h 17m
3 PM
2h 20m
5 PM
2h 30m
8 PM
2h 7m

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

census designated place in Gloucester County, New Jersey, United States

Gibbstown, NJ

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city in Passaic County, New Jersey, United States

Passaic, NJ

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Trip Overview

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 .

Main Roads

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
Longest stretch: New Jersey Turnpike — 66.5 mi, about 1h 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gibbstown, NJ and Passaic, NJ.

1

Start on this road

105 ft · 13 sec · this road
2

At end of road, turn left onto Adalisa Avenue

158 ft · 8 sec · Adalisa Avenue
3

Turn right onto NJ 44

1.5 mi · 2 min · West Broad Street
4

Turn right onto CR 678

1.0 mi · 1 min · Berkley Road
5

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 52 sec
6

Merge onto I 295; US 130

18 mi · 21 min · I 295; US 130
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Exit 36A Toward NJ 73 South: Berlin Use the slight right lane.
8

Merge onto NJ 73

0.2 mi · 18 sec · NJ 73
9

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward NJTP North: New York Use the straight / right lanes.
11

Merge onto NJTP

15 mi · 16 min · New Jersey Turnpike
12

Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP

52 mi · 1 hr · New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 13A Toward Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport Use the slight right lane.
14

Merge onto NJ 81

0.7 mi · 1 min · NJ 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 44 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Continue on US 1; US 9

1.7 mi · 2 min · US 1; US 9
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21

11 mi · 16 min · NJ 21
Toward NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
18

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Exit 11A Toward River Drive, Passaic Use the slight right lane.
19

Continue on CR 624

350 ft · 8 sec · River Drive
20

Turn left onto CR 618

0.5 mi · 54 sec · Paulison Avenue
21

Turn right onto Passaic Avenue

95 ft · 2 sec · Passaic Avenue
22

Arrive at destination

Passaic Avenue

Trip Plan

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.

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 52.2 miles from Gibbstown, NJ, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.5 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 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.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Gibbstown, 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 Gibbstown, NJ

This is one driving day of about 104.4 miles and 2h 12m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Gibbstown, 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 66.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

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.

Pacing Suggestions

Bristol, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

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 check

Top 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.

Nearby Places

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

Top Restaurant

Valenca Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Elizabeth, New Jersey

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 89.5

Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm

+19083544024

Visit website

Fiorentini Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Rutherford, New Jersey

2.4 mi

The Boiling House Seafood Boil Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

2.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

C Squared Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 104.4

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12014259120

Valenca Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 89.5

Elizabeth, New Jersey

Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm

+19083544024

Visit website

Fiorentini Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 104.4

Rutherford, New Jersey

Hours: 5–9:30 pm

+19737213404

Visit website

The Boiling House Seafood Boil Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $50 to $10 mile 22.4

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 2–10 pm

+18567512800

Visit website

Toscana

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $30 to $40 mile 22.4

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–9:30 pm

+18564897373

Visit website

King's Palace Chinese Restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 22.4

Marlton, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+18569837760

Visit website

Hên Vietnamese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 22.4

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–8:45 pm

+18568881578

Visit website

Cucina Carini

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30 mile 22.4

Mt Laurel Township, New Jersey

Hours: 12–9 pm

+18564391941

Visit website

Mt Fuji Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately mile 7.5

Deptford, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+18568458835

Visit website

C Squared Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 104.4

Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12014259120

Eagle Rock Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 104.4

Montclair, New Jersey

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

+19733586543

Visit website

Holy Cannoli! Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 7.5

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+12673191700

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 97

Kearny, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 59.7

Cranbury, NJ

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 44.8

Hamilton Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 44.8

Hamilton Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 44.8

Hamilton Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 74.6

Edison, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 44.8

Robbinsville Twp, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 97

Kearny, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

West Hudson Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 97

Harrison, NJ

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12012175482

Visit website

The Great Escape Room Challenge

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 14.9

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 4–9 pm

+16092005690

Visit website

Amazing Escape Room Cherry Hill

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 22.4

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 12:30–11 pm

+18563246417

Visit website

Bury the Hatchet

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 22.4

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 4–10 pm

+18562727475

Visit website

Military Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 97

Newark, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+19739005800

Visit website

Monster Mini Golf Cherry Hill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 22.4

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 2–9 pm

+18563935500

Visit website

Jake's Place Playground

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 14.9

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 5 am–10 pm

+18564953080

Visit website

Challenge Grove Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 14.9

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+18562162117

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 20.7 and 103.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
20.7 mi into trip | ~27m in

Take the exit toward NJ 73 South: Berlin

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 36A Toward NJ 73 South: Berlin
7
21.8 mi into trip | ~29m in

Keep slight left at fork toward NJTP North: New York

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward NJTP North: New York
8
88.8 mi into trip | ~1h 48m 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
92.2 mi into trip | ~1h 54m 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
8
103.6 mi into trip | ~2h 10m in

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 11A Toward River Drive, Passaic

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$17.31 one way

$34.62 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 37 kg CO2
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

New Jersey Turnpike (66.5 mi) $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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Gibbstown, NJ

Afternoon in Gibbstown on Sunday

Local time

4:23 PM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Passaic, NJ

Afternoon in Passaic on Sunday

Local time

4:23 PM

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

13 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 12m 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

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...

4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 near mile 97.2
Park Closure: Glenmont Mansion and Grounds Closed
View on nps.gov
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...

5 mi from route ~12 min detour Free near mile 104.4
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...

16 mi from route ~40 min detour Free near mile 86.4
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...

19 mi from route ~47 min detour Free near mile 93.6
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' 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.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 66.5 mi on New Jersey Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

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.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 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.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

21.3 mi in | ~28m

Njtp North: New York

21.8 mi in | ~29m

Newark Airport

88.8 mi in | ~1h 48m

Elizabeth Seaport

88.8 mi in | ~1h 48m

Downtown

92.2 mi in | ~1h 54m | via NJ 21

Who Is This Route For?

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 66.5 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $9.30 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 Passaic, 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 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.

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 Passaic, 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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