Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
55.7 mi
90 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newton, NJ
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Bayonne, NJ
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This 59.1-mile drive from Newton, NJ to Bayonne, NJ is a straightforward, one-day trip that should take about 1 hour and 11 minutes. With no highway driving, you'll navigate local roads like Main Street and Route 206 for the entire journey. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $10, making it an economical option. This route stays within the Northeast region, offering a familiar local feel. It's a perfect candidate for a quick day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule without the need for an overnight stay.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 24 | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| Route 10 East | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway | 8.3 mi | 9m |
| Woodside Avenue | 7.5 mi | 12m |
| NJ 10 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| US 206 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Newton, NJ and Bayonne, NJ.
Start on US 206; NJ 94; CR 519
Continue on US 206
Continue on US 206
Continue on US 206
Continue on US 206
Continue on US 206
Keep slight right at fork onto US 206
Keep slight left at fork onto US 206
Merge onto I 80; US 206
Take the exit
Continue on CR 631
Continue on US 46
Continue on US 46
Turn straight onto NJ 10
Continue on NJ 10
Take the exit
Merge onto I 287
Take the exit
Continue on NJ 24
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 78
Take the exit
Merge onto I 78
Take the exit
Merge onto I 78
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78; NJTP
Take the exit
Take the exit
Continue on East 53rd Street
Turn left onto Broadway
Arrive at destination
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.
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 27.8 miles from Newton, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 15.5 and 49.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward NJ 24 East: Springfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward I 78 East Local: Newark
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward NJTP, I 95, US 1-9, NJ 21, US 22: Port Newark
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$9.23 one way
$18.47 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.11 | $20.23 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.80 | $21.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.30 | $24.60 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.47
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$0
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.67 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.80 | $3.56 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (63% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Newton on Sunday
Local time
12:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Mostly Cloudy then Patchy Fog
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 18 at 1:02PM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Destination
Afternoon in Bayonne on Sunday
Local time
12:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Mostly Cloudy then Patchy Fog
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 18 at 1:02PM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this entire 59.1-mile stretch, as the highway share is 0%. This means you'll be actively navigating, rather than cruising on an interstate. Since there's no longest uninterrupted stretch mentioned, anticipate frequent intersections and changes in speed limits as you travel through various communities. The character of the road will likely shift as you transition from the more rural feel of Newton to the more urban environment closer to Bayonne, requiring constant attention to your surroundings.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 24 and Route 10 East. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.5 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.7 miles you will encounter 20 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 15.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Newton, NJ and Bayonne, NJ, road signs point toward Lake Hopatcong, Morristown Airport, New York City, Newark and Njtp.
Lake Hopatcong
Morristown Airport
New York City
Newark
Njtp
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 55.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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