Oasis Restaurant
Early in the drive, short detour
Cranford, New Jersey
Hours: 12–9:30 pm
+19089676161
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 37m
Distance
75.5 mi
122 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
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.
Paterson, NJ
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Roebling, NJ
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This 75.5-mile drive from Paterson, NJ, to Roebling, NJ, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes. Primarily utilizing the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway, this route is heavily highway-focused, with 93% of it being interstate driving. You can expect a fuel cost of around $13 for this trip. Given its relatively short duration and highway nature, it's a straightforward journey that doesn't necessitate an overnight stop. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, keeping the travel context consistent throughout your trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.8 miles from Paterson, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 39.1 mi | 45m |
| Garden State Parkway | 23.8 mi | 33m |
| I 95 | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| Garden State Parkway Southbound | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| NJ 19 | 2 mi | 2m |
| Delaware Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Burlington Pike | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Exit 129 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Paterson, NJ and Roebling, NJ.
Start on Colt Street
Turn right onto Ellison Street
Turn right onto Memorial Drive
Turn right
Turn straight onto Ward Street
Continue on NJ 19
Turn slight left onto NJ 19
Take the exit
Merge onto GSP
Continue on Garden State Parkway
Take the exit onto Exit 129
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto US 130
Take the exit
Turn straight onto CR 656
Continue on CR 656
Turn right onto Hornberger Avenue
Arrive at destination
With a total duration of under two hours, this trip offers considerable flexibility. You can easily complete it in a single day, so consider leaving mid-morning to avoid the heaviest commuter traffic. Since the drive is primarily highway, plan for any necessary fuel stops in advance, especially since there are no designated stops listed. The longest stretch on the New Jersey Turnpike is nearly 40 miles, so ensure you're fueled up before entering that segment. Your estimated fuel cost is about $13, which is quite manageable for this distance.
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.
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 17 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.8 miles or 52m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Roebling, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Paterson, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Paterson, NJ
This is one driving day of about 75.5 miles and 1h 37m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 37.8 miles from Paterson, 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.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
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Early in the drive, short detour
Hours: 12–9:30 pm
+19089676161
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Near the start, short detour
Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm
+19733586543
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Hours: 12–9:30 pm
+19089676161
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Linden, New Jersey
Hours: 12 pm–12 am
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Maplewood, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–11 pm
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Fair Lawn, New Jersey
Hours: 9 am–3 pm
+15512248030
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Union, New Jersey
Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm
+19083966401
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South Orange Village, New Jersey
Hours: 12–3 pm
+19737624440
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Dayton, New Jersey
Hours: 12–3 pm
+17323331199
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Totowa, New Jersey
Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm
+19735955595
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Montclair, New Jersey
Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm
+19733586543
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Cranbury, NJ
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
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Union, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
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Robbinsville Twp, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
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Union, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18885577099
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East Windsor, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
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Edison, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
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East Windsor, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Highland Park, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Woodbridge, New Jersey
Hours: 6 am–6 pm
+17327453900
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Cranford, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+19085274900
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Westfield, New Jersey
Hours: 5 am–9 pm
+19082330028
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Harrison, NJ
Hours: Open 24 hours
+12012175482
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Newark, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+19739005800
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Perth Amboy, New Jersey
+17326979500
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, ~9 min detour
Mountainside, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
Near the start, ~11 min detour
Newark, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+19732683500
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 29.4 and 73.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit onto Exit 129 toward I 95, NJTP, US 9, NJ 440, I 287: New York City, Philadelphia, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95 toward I 95 South: Pennsylvania Turnpike, Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward US 130 North: Florence, Bordentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$12.52 one way
$25.03 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $13.71 | $27.42 |
| premium | $4.93 | $14.64 | $29.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.67 | $33.34 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.04
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.93 | $3.62 |
| Efficient EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.61 | $3.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.57 | $4.83 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Paterson on Sunday
Local time
5:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Roebling on Sunday
Local time
5:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
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
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 75.5-mile journey. With 93% of the route on interstates like the New Jersey Turnpike and I-95, you'll be covering ground efficiently. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 39.1 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike. This means you'll be in a consistent driving environment for a significant portion of the trip, with limited transitions to local roads. Prepare for steady progress and a driving personality defined by high-speed travel.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 29.4 miles in near Exit 129.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.5 miles you will encounter 19 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 29.4 miles (Exit 129): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Paterson, NJ and Roebling, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp, Philadelphia, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy, Njtp: New York City and Njtp South: Trenton.
Njtp
Philadelphia
Woodbridge
Perth Amboy
Njtp: New York City
Njtp South: Trenton
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 75.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). 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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