Passaic, NJ Road Trips

Passaic, NJ serves as a useful starting point in the Northeast, connecting drivers to 11 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 103 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Passaic, NJ head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

Downtown Passaic, NJ, NJ

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Trip Routes

20

Longest Drive

129.9 mi

Brigantine, NJ

Quickest Drive

19m

Wayne, NJ

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Trips from Passaic, NJ

Driving from Passaic, NJ

On average, trips departing from Passaic, NJ run 103 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 12m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 130 miles (2h 49m), while the shortest is just 76 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Passaic, NJ most often head toward Brigantine, NJ (129.9 mi, 2h 49m), Alloway, NJ (123.6 mi, 2h 37m), Elmer, NJ (114.3 mi, 2h 24m), Mullica Hill, NJ (107.2 mi, 2h 13m), and Elwood, NJ (104.7 mi, 2h 17m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in NJ currently averages around $4.09 per gallon. For the typical 103-mile trip from Passaic, NJ, budget about $17 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 11 mapped routes leaving Passaic, NJ and 9 routes heading into Passaic, NJ, covering 20 total connections. Distances range from 76 to 130 miles.

The longest mapped route from Passaic, NJ covers 130 miles and takes approximately 2h 49m. Shorter options start at just 76 miles.

The average route from Passaic, NJ runs about 103 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 12m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $4.09/gallon for regular), the average 103-mile trip from Passaic, NJ costs roughly $17 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Passaic, NJ include Brigantine, NJ, Alloway, NJ, Elmer, NJ and Mullica Hill, NJ. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

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