Origin
Lodi, NJ
Late night in Lodi on Tuesday
Local time
5:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lodi, NJ to Bayonne, 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
31m
Distance
20 mi
32 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lodi, NJ
Garrison Gao
Bayonne, NJ
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Trip Overview
Lodi to Bayonne is 20 miles and takes about 31 minutes via NJ 17, NJ 3, and Tonnelle Avenue, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a very short trip within the Northeast region, connecting two points in New Jersey. Given its brevity, it's a straightforward journey that won't consume much of your day. Expect a drive that's primarily on well-traveled state highways, making it a practical option for quick transit between these two locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 17 | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| NJ 3 | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Tonnelle Avenue | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| John F. Kennedy Boulevard | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| US 46 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Avenue C | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Old Bergen Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Williams Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 17
— 4.4 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lodi, NJ and Bayonne, NJ.
1
Start on this road
376 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
Use the right lane.
2
Merge onto US 46
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
US 46
3
Continue on US 46
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 46
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the exit
356 ft
·
15 sec
5
Turn left onto CR 55
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Terrace Avenue
6
Turn left onto CR 40
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Williams Avenue
7
Turn right onto NJ 17
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
9
Merge onto NJ 3
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right onto CR 501
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
13
Turn left onto McAdoo Avenue
105 ft
·
2 sec
·
McAdoo Avenue
14
Turn slight right onto Old Bergen Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Bergen Road
15
At end of road, turn right onto Merritt Street
302 ft
·
11 sec
·
Merritt Street
16
Turn left onto Avenue C
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Avenue C
17
Turn left onto West 30th Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
West 30th Street
18
Turn right onto Broadway
205 ft
·
5 sec
·
Broadway
19
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 20 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
CR 55 / Terrace Avenue
Turn left onto CR 55 / Terrace Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
NJ 17
Turn right onto NJ 17
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
7.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
NJ 3
Merge onto NJ 3
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
14 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hob...
5
20 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
Broadway
Turn right onto Broadway
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.32 one way
$6.63 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.63 | $7.26 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.88 | $7.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.42 | $8.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6 | 0 | $2.10 | $0.96 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.75 | $0.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8 | 0 | $2.80 | $1.28 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Bayonne, NJ
Late night in Bayonne on Tuesday
Local time
5:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
13 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
31m 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 drive experience, with 54% of it being on highways. You'll encounter about 4.4 miles as the longest uninterrupted stretch on NJ 17. The road's character will shift as you move through different segments, transitioning between more open highway driving and local road conditions. Be prepared for varying traffic patterns as you navigate these busy New Jersey arteries.
54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.4 mi on NJ 17.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 2.3 miles in near CR 55 / Terrace Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 20 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 31m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles (CR 55 / Terrace Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (NJ 17): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles (NJ 3): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lodi, NJ and Bayonne, NJ, road signs point toward Jersey City and Pulaski Skyway.
Jersey City
14 mi in
|
~18m
|
via US 1; US 9
Pulaski Skyway
14 mi in
|
~18m
|
via US 1; US 9
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 20 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.4 miles on NJ 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Bayonne, 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 2.3 miles (CR 55 / Terrace Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (NJ 17): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles (NJ 3): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park, Thomas Edison 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 Bayonne, 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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