Origin
Montague, NJ
Morning in Montague on Sunday
Local time
6:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montague, 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 15m
Distance
54.4 mi
87 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montague, NJ
Dajana Blakcori
Paterson, NJ
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Trip Overview
Montague, NJ to Paterson, NJ is 54.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 15 minutes via Walling Avenue and Deckertown Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This journey stays within New Jersey, moving from the Northeast region towards another part of the Northeast. The drive primarily utilizes local roads, offering a more connected feel to the landscape rather than a high-speed interstate experience. It's a straightforward trip, ideal for a quick transition between two points in the state, and easily manageable within a single day.
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 |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| Libertyville Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Grand Street | 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 Paterson, 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 left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 East: New York
Use the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto I 80
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 57B
Toward NJ 19: Downtown, Paterson
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto NJ 19
474 ft
·
5 sec
·
NJ 19
15
Take the exit
313 ft
·
7 sec
Toward I 80 West: Grand Street, Del Water Gap
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
Toward Grand Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Turn right onto CR 638
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Grand Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn left onto CR 509
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn right onto CR 648
453 ft
·
15 sec
·
Market Street
20
Turn left onto Colt Street
42 ft
·
3 sec
·
Colt Street
21
Arrive at destination
Colt Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 27.2 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 42.3 and 53.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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.
7
48.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 East: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 80 East: New York
8
53.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward NJ 19: Downtown, Paterson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 57B
Toward NJ 19: Downtown, Paterson
8
53.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Grand Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Grand Street
7
53.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
CR 638 / Grand Street
Turn right onto CR 638 / Grand Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.02 one way
$18.04 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.88 | $19.76 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.55 | $21.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.01 | $24.02 |
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
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 19 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.76 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.62 | $3.48 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Morning in Paterson on Sunday
Local time
6:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
3 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 15m 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 drive offers a mixed experience, with 52% of the route on highways. You'll encounter stretches on Walling Avenue, Deckertown Turnpike, and Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike. The longest uninterrupted drive segment is 18.1 miles on Walling Avenue, allowing for a sustained period of travel before any significant changes in road type. Expect a blend of faster-paced sections and more local road driving as you progress towards Paterson.
52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
21 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?
10/10
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 42.3 miles in near NJ 23.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.4 miles you will encounter 16 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 42.3 miles (NJ 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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 Paterson, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Clifton along the way.
Clifton
48.5 mi in
|
~1h 7m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 54.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m 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.
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 Paterson, 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 42.3 miles (NJ 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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