Origin
Allendale, NJ
Night in Allendale on Wednesday
Local time
11:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Allendale, NJ to Union, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
41m
Distance
30.5 mi
49 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Allendale, NJ
Tashaud Bullock
Union, NJ
Arjun Gheewala
Trip Overview
The drive from Allendale, NJ to Union, NJ covers 30.5 miles and takes about 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Crescent Avenue, Prospect Street, Godwin Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.06 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
15.2 miles from Allendale, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 41m drive with frequent turns across 30.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Crescent Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Allendale, NJ to Union, NJ is easy. At 41m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Allendale, NJ to Union, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Crescent Avenue | — | — |
| Prospect Street | — | — |
| Godwin Avenue | — | — |
| Goffle Road | — | — |
| East Main Street | — | — |
| Holsman Street | — | — |
| Presidential Boulevard | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Crescent Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Allendale, NJ and Union, NJ.
1
Start on Franklin Turnpike
36 ft
·
10 sec
·
Franklin Turnpike
2
Turn sharp left onto West Crescent Avenue
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
West Crescent Avenue
3
Continue on Prospect Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Prospect Street
4
Turn slight left onto Godwin Avenue
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Godwin Avenue
5
Turn right onto Goffle Road
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Goffle Road
6
Continue on East Main Street
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
East Main Street
7
Continue on Holsman Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Holsman Street
8
Continue on Presidential Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Presidential Boulevard
9
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Main Street
10
Turn right onto Memorial Drive
410 ft
·
15 sec
·
Memorial Drive
11
Turn left onto West Broadway
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
West Broadway
12
Turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Main Street
13
Turn right onto Ward Street
397 ft
·
9 sec
·
Ward Street
14
Continue on Oliver Street
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Oliver Street
15
Turn slight left
2.0 mi
·
2 min
16
Take the exit slight left toward GSP South
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
GSP South
17
Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Garden State Parkway
18
Take the exit slight right toward Vauxhall Road
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Vauxhall Road
19
Turn right onto Vauxhall Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Vauxhall Road
20
Turn right onto Harding Avenue
243 ft
·
11 sec
·
Harding Avenue
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 15.2 miles from Allendale, NJ, or about 20m into the drive.
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 30.5 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.2 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Allendale, NJ.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Allendale, NJ
This is one driving day of about 30.5 miles and 41m.
At 30.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.2 mi from Allendale, NJ · 20m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 30.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.2 miles from Allendale, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Union, NJ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Union, NJ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.06 one way
$10.11 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.54 | $11.08 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.92 | $11.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.73 | $13.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.20 | $1.46 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.27 | $1.95 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Union, NJ
Night in Union on Wednesday
Local time
11:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
41m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Allendale, NJ to Union, NJ covers 30.5 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Crescent Avenue, Prospect Street, Godwin Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.2 miles from Allendale, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.06 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Allendale, NJ to Union, NJ is easy. At 41m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Allendale, NJ to Union, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Allendale, NJ to Union, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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