Origin
Haledon, NJ
Morning in Haledon on Tuesday
Local time
6:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Haledon, NJ to Passaic, NJ
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
11m
Distance
6.6 mi
11 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 11m
★
6 AM
0h 12m
8 AM
0h 14m
10 AM
0h 13m
12 PM
0h 12m
3 PM
0h 13m
5 PM
0h 14m
8 PM
0h 11m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Haledon, NJ
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Passaic, NJ
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Trip Overview
This quick 6.6-mile drive from Haledon to Passaic, New Jersey, is an easy 11-minute journey that can easily be completed in a single day. With a minimal fuel cost of around $1, it's an economical option for a short trip within the Northeast region. The route primarily utilizes local roads like Main Avenue, Main Street, and Belmont Avenue, offering a direct connection between these two New Jersey communities. Because it's a low-mileage, low-time commitment, this drive is perfect for a spontaneous outing or as part of a larger itinerary without requiring an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Avenue | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Belmont Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Broadway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Palestine Way/Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Passaic Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Prospect Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Norwood Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Main Avenue
— 2.4 mi, about 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Haledon, NJ and Passaic, NJ.
1
Start on Van Dyke Avenue
267 ft
·
17 sec
·
Van Dyke Avenue
2
Turn left onto Norwood Street
513 ft
·
24 sec
·
Norwood Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto CR 675
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Belmont Avenue
4
Turn left onto CR 673
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
West Broadway
5
Turn right onto CR 509
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Continue on CR 601
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Palestine Way/Main Street
7
Continue on CR 601
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Main Street
8
Continue on CR 601
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Avenue
9
Turn slight right onto Prospect Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Prospect Street
10
Turn right onto Passaic Avenue
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Passaic Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
Passaic Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 6.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Norwood Street
Turn left onto Norwood Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 675 / Belmont Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto CR 675 / Belmont Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
CR 673 / West Broadway
Turn left onto CR 673 / West Broadway
Navigation decision point
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
CR 509 / Main Street
Turn right onto CR 509 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
6.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
Passaic Avenue
Turn right onto Passaic Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.09 one way
$2.19 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.20 | $2.40 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.28 | $2.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.46 | $2.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2 | 0 | $0.69 | $0.32 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.58 | $0.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.92 | $0.42 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Passaic, NJ
Morning in Passaic on Tuesday
Local time
6:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
11m 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 'turn-heavy local drive' for this entire 6.6-mile stretch, as indicated by its 0% highway share. The longest continuous segment you'll encounter is 2.4 miles along Main Avenue. This type of route means you'll be navigating various local streets and intersections, so keep your attention focused as the road conditions and speed limits will likely change frequently. It's a drive that keeps you engaged with the surroundings rather than settling into a highway rhythm.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 2.4 mi on Main Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Norwood Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 11m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Norwood Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (CR 675 / Belmont Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (CR 673 / West Broadway): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
This 6.6-mile drive is a perfect same-day round trip for a weekend excursion, taking only about 11 minutes each way. You'll be back before you know it.
Family Friendly
With a short 6.6-mile distance and an 11-minute estimated drive time, this route is definitely short enough for kids. The main challenge will be the 3/10 complexity due to frequent turns.
Solo Traveler
At only 6.6 miles and 11 minutes, this route is a breeze for a solo traveler looking for a quick, easy drive. You won't even need to think about fuel stops.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
This route is a good starter for a first-time driver, though the 3/10 complexity means you'll need to pay attention to turns. It's very manageable at just 6.6 miles and 11 minutes.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 2.4 miles on Main Avenue. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.1 miles (Norwood Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (CR 675 / Belmont Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (CR 673 / West Broadway): Navigation decision point.
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 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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