Origin
Pennington, NJ
Morning in Pennington on Tuesday
Local time
6:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pennington, 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 30m
Distance
61.7 mi
99 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 24m
★
6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 45m
10 AM
1h 36m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pennington, NJ
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Passaic, NJ
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Trip Overview
Pennington, NJ to Passaic, NJ is 61.7 miles and takes about 1h 30m via Garden State Parkway and US 1, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its short duration and straightforward path, it’s a practical option for a quick transit or a day trip. You'll experience a mix of driving environments, making it a functional way to cover ground without a significant time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
30.9 miles from Pennington, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 21.5 mi | 29m |
| Brunswick Pike | 17.1 mi | 24m |
| US 1 | 10.3 mi | 15m |
| I 295 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Pennington Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Bloomfield Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Broadway | 1 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 21.5 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pennington, NJ and Passaic, NJ.
1
Start on this road
124 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto East Delaware Avenue
165 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Delaware Avenue
3
Turn left onto CR 640
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on CR 640
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Pennington Road
5
Enter roundabout onto NJ 31
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Pennington Road
6
Continue on NJ 31
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Pennington Road
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 295 South: Princeton
8
Merge onto I 295
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 67
Toward US 1: New Brunswick, Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 1 North: New Brunswick
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto US 1
17 mi
·
24 min
·
Brunswick Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
US 1
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
504 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 1
Toward Newark|Newark, Camden, New Brunswick|Newark, Camden, New Brunswick
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
366 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 1
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
US 1
16
Continue on US 1
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1
17
Continue on US 1
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 1
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on US 1
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 1
Use the right lane.
19
Continue on US 1
5.9 mi
·
9 min
·
US 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward GSP Toll North: Garden State Parkway
21
Merge onto GSP
21 mi
·
29 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 151
Toward Montclair, Nutley
Use the slight right lane.
23
Turn right onto CR 655
483 ft
·
15 sec
·
Watchung Avenue
24
At end of road, turn left onto CR 652
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
East Passaic Avenue
25
Turn right onto CR 622
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
West Passaic Avenue
26
Turn left onto CR 622
411 ft
·
7 sec
·
Darling Avenue
Use the left lane.
27
Continue on CR 622
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Bloomfield Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Enter roundabout onto CR 622
173 ft
·
3 sec
·
Bloomfield Avenue
29
Continue on CR 622
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Bloomfield Avenue
30
Continue on CR 622
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Bloomfield Avenue
31
Continue on CR 622
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Bloomfield Avenue
32
Continue on CR 622
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
33
Turn right onto CR 618
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Paulison Avenue
34
Turn left onto Passaic Avenue
95 ft
·
2 sec
·
Passaic Avenue
35
Arrive at destination
Passaic Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 1h 30m estimated drive time, this trip is easily completed in a single day. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid peak rush hour traffic in either Pennington or Passaic. With a total distance of just over 60 miles, you don't need to plan for extensive stops, but it's always wise to factor in a brief break. The $10 fuel estimate suggests this route is quite economical, so keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest stretch on the Garden State Parkway.
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 30.9 miles from Pennington, NJ, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.5 miles.
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 14 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.9 miles or 45m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Passaic, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Pennington, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Pennington, NJ
This is one driving day of about 61.7 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Pennington, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Garden State Parkway for about 21.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.9 miles from Pennington, 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 225 decision points cluster between mile 7.7 and 57.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
9
7.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward US 1: New Brunswick, Trenton
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 67
Toward US 1: New Brunswick, Trenton
7
7.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 1 North: New Brunswick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 1 North: New Brunswick
7
25.7 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
US 1
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1 toward Newark|Newark, Camden, New Brunswick|Newark, Camden, New Brunswick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Newark|Newark, Camden, New Brunswick|New...
7
25.8 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
US 1
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
57.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward Montclair, Nutley
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 151
Toward Montclair, Nutley
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.23 one way
$20.46 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.20 | $22.41 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.97 | $23.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.62 | $27.25 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.29
Garden State Parkway
(21.5 mi)
$1.29
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
$10
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.6 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 | 18.5 | 0 | $6.48 | $2.96 |
| Efficient EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.40 | $2.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.64 | $3.95 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Passaic, NJ
Morning in Passaic on Tuesday
Local time
6:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 30m 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?
About 59% of this 61.7-mile route is on highways, with the longest continuous stretch being 21.5 miles on the Garden State Parkway. You'll transition from highway driving to surface roads, likely noticing a change in traffic density and exit frequency as you move between the two. Expect more frequent stops and slower speeds once you leave the main parkway.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.5 mi on Garden State Parkway.
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 7.7 miles in.
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 61.7 miles you will encounter 22 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 7.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.7 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Between Pennington, NJ and Passaic, NJ, road signs point toward Trenton, Newark|Newark, Camden, New Brunswick|Newark, New Brunswick and Montclair - among others.
Trenton
7.7 mi in
|
~12m
Newark|Newark
25.7 mi in
|
~38m
|
via US 1
Camden
25.7 mi in
|
~38m
|
via US 1
New Brunswick|Newark
25.7 mi in
|
~38m
|
via US 1
New Brunswick
25.7 mi in
|
~38m
|
via US 1
Montclair
57.9 mi in
|
~1h 24m
Nutley
57.9 mi in
|
~1h 24m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 61.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.5 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.29 in tolls one way, starting with Garden State Parkway. 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 7.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.7 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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