Origin
Union City, NJ
Late night in Union City on Sunday
Local time
12:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Union City, NJ to Westville, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
27m
Distance
20.7 mi
33 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Union City, NJ
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Westville, NJ
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
Union City, NJ to Westville, NJ is 20.7 miles and takes about 27 minutes via NJ 3, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick trip stays within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its short distance and duration, it's an ideal same-day excursion. You'll primarily be on highway stretches, making it a straightforward drive for those looking to get from point A to point B efficiently. Plan for a minimal time commitment on this particular journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 3 | 10.2 mi | 12m |
| US 46 | 5 mi | 5m |
| Passaic Avenue | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| John F. Kennedy Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| NJ 495 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 45th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Howland Circle | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Two Bridges Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 3
— 10.2 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Union City, NJ and Westville, NJ.
1
Start on 45th Street
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
45th Street
2
Turn left onto CR 501
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
3
Turn slight left
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward NJ 495 West, NJTP West
5
Continue on this road
374 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
Toward NJ 495 West
6
Merge onto NJ 495
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
NJ 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
Toward NJ 3 West: Secaucus
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
453 ft
·
7 sec
Toward NJ 3 West: Clifton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto NJ 3
10 mi
·
12 min
·
NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto US 46
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
US 46
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward CR 613: The Caldwells, Lincoln Park
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
130 ft
·
11 sec
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto CR 613
226 ft
·
3 sec
·
Two Bridges Road
14
Continue on CR 613
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Passaic Avenue
15
Turn left onto Howland Circle
249 ft
·
10 sec
·
Howland Circle
16
Arrive at destination
Howland Circle
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 17 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
NJ 495
Merge onto NJ 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward NJ 3 West: Secaucus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 3 West: Secaucus
8
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 3 West: Clifton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 3 West: Clifton
7
16.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward CR 613: The Caldwells, Lincoln Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward CR 613: The Caldwells, Lincoln Park
7
17 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.43 one way
$6.86 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.76 | $7.52 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.01 | $8.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.57 | $9.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.17 | $0.99 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.81 | $0.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.90 | $1.32 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Westville, NJ
Late night in Westville on Sunday
Local time
12:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
27m 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 is heavily focused on highway travel, with 75% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a highway-focused profile for most of the 20.7 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 10.2 miles, primarily on NJ 3. While the primary roads include NJ 3, US 46, and Passaic Avenue, the character remains largely that of a swift, efficient transit between locations. Expect a consistent pace on well-maintained roads for the majority of your travel time.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.2 mi on NJ 3.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 3 and US 46. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near NJ 495.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 20.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 27m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (NJ 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Union City, NJ and Westville, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 613: The Caldwells and Lincoln Park.
Cr 613: The Caldwells
16.9 mi in
|
~21m
Lincoln Park
16.9 mi in
|
~21m
About the Cities
Starting in Union City, NJ
Full guide →Union City is a city in Hudson County, New Jersey. Union City is a small city, roughly 1.283 square miles. It is bordered by Weehawken to the east, Jersey City to the south, North Bergen to the west and north, and West New York to the north.
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 27m. Total distance: 20.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.2 miles on NJ 3. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Westville, 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 1 miles (NJ 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Morristown National Historical Park (4 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 Westville, 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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