Spanning 104.1 miles across New Jersey, this journey from Wenonah to Paterson is a straightforward trek that typically takes about 2 hours and 17 minutes. Because the route is compact, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $17 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Navigating through the Northeast, you will find this path efficient for connecting South Jersey to the northern part of the state. It is an ideal option if you prioritize speed and directness over a leisurely pace, making it a functional choice for commuters or travelers on a tight schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.1 miles from Wenonah, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New Jersey Turnpike
64.5 mi
1h 14m
Garden State Parkway
25.8 mi
35m
Veterans Memorial Highway
2.4 mi
3m
NJ 19
1.7 mi
1m
Bankbridge Road
1.5 mi
3m
Black Horse Pike
0.8 mi
1m
West Clements Bridge Road
0.8 mi
1m
Hurffville Road
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 64.5 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wenonah, NJ and Paterson, NJ.
1
Start on North Clinton Avenue
0.2 mi·58 sec·North Clinton Avenue
2
Turn left onto CR 632
0.4 mi·54 sec·East Mantua Avenue
3
Turn right onto CR 553
0.1 mi·16 sec·Woodbury-Glassboro Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto Bankbridge Road
1.5 mi·3 min·Bankbridge Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto NJ 47
0.3 mi·25 sec·Delsea Drive
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·32 sec
Toward NJ 55 North: Bellmawr
7
Merge onto NJ 55
2.4 mi·3 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit onto Exit 58
0.3 mi·29 sec·Exit 58
Exit 58Toward Deptford, AlmonessonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on Deptford Center Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Deptford Center Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
10
Turn left onto NJ 41
0.7 mi·1 min·Hurffville Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Continue on NJ 41; CR 544
0.3 mi·45 sec·Clements Bridge Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 41
0.8 mi·1 min·West Clements Bridge Road
13
Turn left onto NJ 168
0.8 mi·1 min·Black Horse Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward NJTP North: New YorkUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto NJTP
23 mi·26 min·New Jersey Turnpike
17
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP
41 mi·47 min·New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 11Toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, WoodbridgeUse the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward GSP North: Garden State ParkwayUse the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto GSP
26 mi·35 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
21
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 155AToward NJ 19: PatersonUse the straight / slight left lanes.
22
Merge onto NJ 19
1.7 mi·1 min·NJ 19
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
313 ft·7 sec
Toward I 80 West: Grand Street, Del Water Gap
24
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·23 sec
Toward Grand StreetUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
25
Turn right onto CR 638
0.2 mi·27 sec·Grand Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Turn left onto CR 509
0.3 mi·29 sec·Main Street
Use the straight lane.
27
Turn right onto CR 648
453 ft·15 sec·Market Street
28
Turn left onto Colt Street
42 ft·3 sec·Colt Street
29
Arrive at destination
Colt Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive of just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though avoiding peak rush hours will make your transit through these major highways much smoother. You won't need to plan for formal stops along the way, but keep in mind that the heavy reliance on the Turnpike and Parkway means traffic patterns can shift quickly. Have your payment method ready for tolls, as these major roads are primary thoroughfares for the state. If you find yourself needing a break during that 64.5-mile stretch on the Turnpike, look for the official service plazas to refuel or stretch your legs safely. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity allows you to focus on the road ahead rather than complex navigation.
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 52.1 miles from Wenonah, NJ, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.5 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 23 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.1 miles or 1h 8m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Paterson, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wenonah, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Wenonah, NJ
This is one driving day of about 104.1 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Wenonah, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New Jersey Turnpike for about 64.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 25
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.2 and 103.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
5.2 mi into trip|~10m in|Exit 58
Take the exit onto Exit 58 toward Deptford, Almonesson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 58
Toward Deptford, Almonesson
7
8.9 mi into trip|~18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJTP North: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward NJTP North: New York
8
74 mi into trip|~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge
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 11
Toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbri...
7
74.5 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway
8
103.4 mi into trip|~2h 15m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.26 one way
$34.52 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$18.90
$37.80
premium
$4.93
$20.19
$40.38
diesel
$5.61
$22.98
$45.97
Estimated Tolls: $10.58
New Jersey Turnpike
(64.5 mi)$9.03
Garden State Parkway
(25.8 mi)$1.55
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
$17
Tolls
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.2
0
$10.93
$5.00
Efficient EV
26
0
$9.11
$4.16
EV Truck/SUV
41.6
0
$14.57
$6.66
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Wenonah, NJ
Late night
in Wenonah on Sunday
Local time
12:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Paterson, NJ
Late night
in Paterson on Sunday
Local time
12:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 2 to 10 mph5% chanceLive 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
41 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
2h 17m on the road
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 88% of your time spent on major arteries like the New Jersey Turnpike, the Garden State Parkway, and the Veterans Memorial Highway. You will spend the bulk of your journey on the New Jersey Turnpike, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 64.5 miles. Expect a high-speed, interstate-heavy experience that favors efficiency over local scenery. While the transition between these major roads requires attention to signage, the route remains consistent in its character as a fast-paced corridor. Be prepared for a steady, focused drive that keeps you moving quickly through the state's primary transit network.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 64.5 mi on New Jersey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 5.2 miles in near Exit 58.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 104.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.2 miles (Exit 58): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 74 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
176 ft15 ft
Total Climb
418 ft
Total Descent
412 ft
Highest Point
176 ft
~91.3 mi in
Elevation Range
161 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Wenonah, NJ and Paterson, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York, Gsp and Woodbridge.
Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
8.7 mi in|~17m
Njtp North: New York
8.9 mi in|~18m
Gsp
74 mi in|~1h 33m
Woodbridge
74 mi in|~1h 33m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 17m. Total distance: 104.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 64.5 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $10.58 in tolls one way, starting with New Jersey 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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.2 miles (Exit 58): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 74 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Paterson, NJ before heading back.
