Origin
Montague, NJ
Late night in Montague on Tuesday
Local time
5:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montague, 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
1h 18m
Distance
56.6 mi
91 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montague, NJ
Dajana Blakcori
Passaic, NJ
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Montague to Passaic is 56.6 miles and takes about 1h 18m via Walling Avenue, Deckertown Turnpike, and Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This journey stays within New Jersey, moving from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. Expect a mixed driving experience that isn't exclusively highway, making it a straightforward trip for most drivers. Given the relatively short distance and duration, it’s a practical option for a single-day excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Walling Avenue | 18.1 mi | 27m |
| Deckertown Turnpike | 11 mi | 16m |
| Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| NJ 23 | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| US 46 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| Libertyville Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Paulison Avenue | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| River Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Walling Avenue
— 18.1 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montague, NJ and Passaic, NJ.
1
Start on CR 521
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
River Road
2
Turn left onto CR 650
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Deckertown Turnpike
3
Turn left onto CR 653
33 ft
·
3 sec
·
Clove Road
4
Turn right onto CR 650
10 mi
·
15 min
·
Deckertown Turnpike
5
Continue on CR 650
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Libertyville Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto NJ 23
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 23
7
Continue on NJ 23
18 mi
·
27 min
·
Walling Avenue
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on NJ 23
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike
9
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 23
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
NJ 23
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
297 ft
·
7 sec
Toward I 80 East, US 46 East: New York, Clifton
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward US 46 East: Clifton
12
Merge onto US 46
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 46
13
Continue on US 46
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
US 46
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Take the exit
401 ft
·
14 sec
15
At end of road, turn left onto CR 618
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Paulison Avenue
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn left onto Passaic Avenue
95 ft
·
2 sec
·
Passaic Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
Passaic Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.3 miles from Montague, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 54.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 650 / Deckertown Turnpike
Turn left onto CR 650 / Deckertown Turnpike
Navigation decision point
6
42.3 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
NJ 23
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 23
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
48.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward I 80 East, US 46 East: New York, Clifton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80 East, US 46 East: New York, Clifton
5
48.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 46 East: Clifton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 46 East: Clifton
6
54.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
CR 618 / Paulison Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto CR 618 / Paulison Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.38 one way
$18.77 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.28 | $20.55 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.98 | $21.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.50 | $24.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.46
Deckertown Turnpike
(11 mi)
$0.77
Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike
(9.8 mi)
$0.69
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.94 | $2.72 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.95 | $2.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.92 | $3.62 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Late night in Passaic on Tuesday
Local time
5:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
N 9 mph
28% chance
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
19 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 18m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a blended experience, with 59% of it being highway driving. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 18.1 miles on Walling Avenue, suggesting periods of consistent travel. The route transitions from Walling Avenue to Deckertown Turnpike and then to Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike, indicating a progression through varied road types. The 'Mixed drive' profile suggests you won't be on a monotonous interstate for the entire trip, but rather a combination of faster sections and potentially more local road segments as you get closer to your destination.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.1 mi on Walling Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near CR 650 / Deckertown Turnpike.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 56.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.2 miles (CR 650 / Deckertown Turnpike): Navigation decision point; at 42.3 miles (NJ 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
On the drive from Montague, NJ to Passaic, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Clifton along the way.
Clifton
48.5 mi in
|
~1h 7m
About the Cities
Starting in Montague, NJ
Full guide →For the Canadian community of the same name, see Montague (Prince Edward Island) Montague is a township in Sussex County, in the Skylands region of New Jersey in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States of America. It is located at "the top of New Jersey", including the highest point in the state, as well as being the furthest north of the State, being bordered by New York and the Delaware River, across from Pennsylvania. Montague was named by King George II of England, however no one knows why he gave it the name he did. There is a lot of local speculation on how he came up with the name.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 56.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). 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 18.1 miles on Walling Avenue. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.46 in tolls one way, starting with Deckertown 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 Passaic, 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 0.2 miles (CR 650 / Deckertown Turnpike): Navigation decision point; at 42.3 miles (NJ 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (5 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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