Origin
Mantua, NJ
Late night in Mantua on Sunday
Local time
12:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mantua, NJ to Paterson, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
104.9 mi
169 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 42m
★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mantua, NJ
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Paterson, NJ
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Trip Overview
This 104.9-mile journey from Mantua, NJ, to Paterson, NJ, will take approximately 1 hour and 49 minutes of driving time. It's a straightforward, single-day trip with a modest estimated fuel cost of $17. The route predominantly follows local roads, indicated by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you won't encounter any highway stretches. Given the relatively short duration, it's perfectly suited for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. You'll be traveling within the Northeast region throughout this entire drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.4 miles from Mantua, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mantua Pike | — | — |
| South Broad Street | — | — |
| Edith Avenue | — | — |
| Washington Avenue | — | — |
| Broadway | — | — |
| I 295 North | — | — |
| NJ 73 South | — | — |
| NJTP | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Mantua Pike
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mantua, NJ and Paterson, NJ.
1
Start on the route
66 ft
·
10 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Mantua Pike
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Mantua Pike
3
Continue on South Broad Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Broad Street
4
Turn right onto Edith Avenue
236 ft
·
10 sec
·
Edith Avenue
5
Turn left onto Washington Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Washington Avenue
6
Continue on Broadway
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Broadway
7
At the end of the road, turn left onto Broadway
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Broadway
8
Take the ramp slight right toward I 295 North: Walt Whitman Bridge
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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I 295 North: Walt Whitman Bridge
9
Merge slight left
12 mi
·
14 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 73 South: Berlin
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
NJ 73 South: Berlin
11
Merge slight left
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
12
Take the exit slight right toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike
13
Keep slight left to continue on NJTP North: New York
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
NJTP North: New York
14
Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike
15 mi
·
16 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
15
Keep slight left to continue on New Jersey Turnpike
41 mi
·
47 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
16
Take the exit slight right toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge
17
Keep slight right to continue on GSP North: Garden State Parkway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
GSP North: Garden State Parkway
18
Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
26 mi
·
35 min
·
Garden State Parkway
19
Take the exit slight left toward NJ 19: Paterson
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 19: Paterson
20
Merge slight left
1.7 mi
·
1 min
21
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West: Grand Street, Del Water Gap
315 ft
·
8 sec
·
I 80 West: Grand Street, Del Water Gap
22
Keep slight right to continue on Grand Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Grand Street
23
Turn right onto Grand Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Grand Street
24
Turn left onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
25
Turn right onto Market Street
453 ft
·
16 sec
·
Market Street
26
Turn left onto Colt Street
43 ft
·
3 sec
·
Colt Street
27
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For this 1-hour-and-49-minute drive covering 104.9 miles, consider leaving early to bypass potential local traffic, especially if you are traveling during weekday commuting hours. With no designated stops and a low fuel cost of $17, this trip is flexible enough to accommodate spontaneous breaks. Keep an eye on your navigation, as the 'turn-heavy' nature of the route means you'll be making frequent adjustments. Paying close attention to posted speed limits on the local roads will be key to a smooth and efficient journey to Paterson.
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 52.4 miles from Mantua, NJ, or about 54m into the drive.
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 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.4 miles or 54m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Paterson, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Mantua, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Mantua, NJ
This is one driving day of about 104.9 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Mantua, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52.4 miles from Mantua, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.39 one way
$34.78 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $19.05 | $38.09 |
| premium | $4.93 | $20.34 | $40.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.16 | $46.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.7 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 | 31.5 | 0 | $11.01 | $5.04 |
| Efficient EV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.18 | $4.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42 | 0 | $14.69 | $6.71 |
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.
Destination
Paterson, NJ
Late night in Paterson on Sunday
Local time
12:44 AM
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
12 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
1h 49m 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 connected, local driving experience for this entire 104.9-mile trip, as the highway share is a solid 0%. This route is characterized as 'turn-heavy,' so you'll be navigating through various local streets, including Mantua Pike, South Broad Street, and Edith Avenue. There isn't a 'longest stretch' of uninterrupted driving noted, suggesting frequent intersections and changes in direction. The drive will likely feel like a continuous urban and suburban transit, rather than open highway cruising.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Mantua Pike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Mantua, NJ to Paterson, NJ is easy. At 1h 49m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mantua, NJ to Paterson, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 104.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mantua, NJ to Paterson, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Paterson, 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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