Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
18m
Distance
11.8 mi
19 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
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.
Irvington, NJ
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Passaic, NJ
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This short, 11.8-mile trip from Irvington, NJ, to Passaic, NJ, is a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in about 18 minutes. With a modest fuel cost of around $2, it's an economical option for a quick journey. The route predominantly utilizes major roads like the Garden State Parkway, Bloomfield Avenue, and Broadway, offering a mixed driving experience. Given its brevity, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day, requiring no overnight stays. It's an ideal option if you're looking for a quick connection within the bustling Northeast region of New Jersey.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| Bloomfield Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Broadway | 1 mi | 1m |
| 18th Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Stuyvesant Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Passaic Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Passaic Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Myrtle Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Irvington, NJ and Passaic, NJ.
Start on CR 619
Turn right onto 18th Avenue
Turn left onto Myrtle Avenue
Continue on South Devine Street
At end of road, turn right onto 14th Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto GSP
Take the exit
Turn right onto CR 655
At end of road, turn left onto CR 652
Turn right onto CR 622
Turn left onto CR 622
Continue on CR 622
Enter roundabout onto CR 622
Continue on CR 622
Continue on CR 622
Continue on CR 622
Continue on CR 622
Turn right onto CR 618
Turn left onto Passaic Avenue
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 11.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right onto 14th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward GSP Toll North
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward Montclair, Nutley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto CR 622 / Darling Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Passaic Avenue
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.96 one way
$3.91 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.14 | $4.29 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.29 | $4.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.61 | $5.21 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.37
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Tolls
$0
Total
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.24 | $0.57 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.03 | $0.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.76 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Late night in Irvington on Tuesday
Local time
5:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Passaic on Tuesday
Local time
5:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 52% of the journey taking place on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 6.1 miles on the Garden State Parkway, providing a period of consistent speed. As you transition off the parkway and onto local roads like Bloomfield Avenue and Broadway, the character of the drive will shift, likely involving more traffic signals and varied speed limits. This blend of highway and urban thoroughfares defines the personality of this relatively short, but dynamic, New Jersey connection.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near 14th Avenue.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 11.8 miles you will encounter 12 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 1.7 miles (14th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 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 Irvington, NJ and Passaic, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll North, Montclair and Nutley.
Gsp Toll North
Montclair
Nutley
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 11.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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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