Origin
Kearny, NJ
Morning in Kearny on Sunday
Local time
7:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kearny, NJ to Hoboken, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
18m
Distance
8.8 mi
14 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kearny, NJ
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Hoboken, NJ
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Trip Overview
This quick 8.8-mile drive from Kearny, NJ, to Hoboken, NJ, is easily manageable in about 18 minutes, making it perfect for a single-day trip. You'll navigate primarily along the Belleville Turnpike and Schuyler Avenue, with a portion on the Conrail Viaduct. Given its short distance and minimal duration, there's no need to split this journey into multiple days. Expect a low fuel cost, estimated at just $1. The overall feel of this drive is a practical, mixed transit through familiar Northeast urban and suburban landscapes, designed for efficient travel between these two New Jersey locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Belleville Turnpike | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Schuyler Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Conrail Viaduct | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| New Wittpenn Bridge | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Jersey Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Clinton Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Midland Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 12th Street Viaduct | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Belleville Turnpike
— 3.5 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kearny, NJ and Hoboken, NJ.
1
Start on Beech Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Beech Street
2
Turn right onto Midland Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Midland Avenue
3
At end of road, turn left onto CR 507
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Schuyler Avenue
4
Turn right onto NJ 7; CR 506
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Belleville Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on NJ 7
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
New Wittpenn Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Turn straight
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Use the straight lane.
9
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Conrail Viaduct
10
Continue on NJ 139
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
12th Street Viaduct
11
Take the exit
236 ft
·
9 sec
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto Jersey Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Jersey Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto Jackson Street
373 ft
·
20 sec
·
Jackson Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto Observer Highway
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Observer Highway
15
Continue on Newark Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Newark Street
16
Turn left onto Clinton Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Clinton Street
17
Turn right onto 5th Street
526 ft
·
29 sec
·
5th Street
18
Turn left onto CR 677
472 ft
·
25 sec
·
Park Avenue
19
Turn left onto 6th Street
167 ft
·
7 sec
·
6th Street
20
Arrive at destination
6th Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 7.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CR 507 / Schuyler Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto CR 507 / Schuyler Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
5.4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
8
5.6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
5
7.3 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
7.3 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Jersey Avenue
Turn left onto Jersey Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.46 one way
$2.92 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.60 | $3.20 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.71 | $3.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.94 | $3.89 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.25
Belleville Turnpike
(3.5 mi)
$0.25
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Tolls
$0
Total
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.92 | $0.42 |
| Efficient EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.77 | $0.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.23 | $0.56 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Destination
Hoboken, NJ
Morning in Hoboken on Sunday
Local time
7:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
20 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
18m 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?
This route offers a mixed driving experience, with approximately 40% of it on highways. You'll encounter stretches on the Belleville Turnpike, including one uninterrupted segment of 3.5 miles, which provides a taste of steady cruising. The journey incorporates local roads like Schuyler Avenue alongside the Conrail Viaduct, suggesting a blend of faster-paced driving and more typical urban navigation. The road's character shifts as you progress, moving from potentially more industrial or commercial areas to the distinct environment of Hoboken.
40% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.5 mi on Belleville Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near CR 507 / Schuyler Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 8.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 18m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (CR 507 / Schuyler Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 8.8 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 (40%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.5 miles on Belleville Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.25 in tolls one way, starting with Belleville 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 Hoboken, 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 0.5 miles (CR 507 / Schuyler Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hoboken, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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