Origin
Bayonne, NJ
Evening in Bayonne on Wednesday
Local time
7:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
68.5 mi
110 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bayonne, NJ
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Holland, NJ
Kağan Karatay
Planning a quick trip from Bayonne, NJ, to Holland, NJ? This 68.5-mile drive should take you about 1 hour and 30 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on highways, with 83% of the journey utilizing major roads like the Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway and the New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension. The estimated fuel cost is around $11, so it's quite budget-friendly. Given its relatively short length and highway focus, this route is best tackled in a single day without needing an overnight stay. It offers a straightforward connection within the Northeast region of New Jersey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
34.2 miles from Bayonne, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 83% of the 68.5 miles on major expressways. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 50.9 miles on the Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway, offering a consistent pace. Expect a smooth, efficient journey as you navigate these well-maintained roads. While the majority is highway, the route may incorporate some local connectors to reach your destination, providing a slight shift in driving experience towards the end. It's designed for getting you there efficiently.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway and Riegelsville Warren Glen Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 30th Street.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.5 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (East 30th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles (I 78; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto East 30th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 78 West, NJTP West: Newark
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 78; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78 toward I 78 West: Clinton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward NJ 173: West Portal, Bloomsbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bayonne, NJ to Holland, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Bloomsbury along the way.
Bloomsbury
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway | 50.9 mi | 59m |
| Riegelsville Warren Glen Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Riegelsville Road | 2.9 mi | 7m |
| Warren Glen Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| NJ 173 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| NJ 440 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Port Jersey Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bayonne, NJ and Holland, NJ.
Start on Broadway
Turn right onto East 30th Street
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 440
Take the exit
Merge onto Port Jersey Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 78; NJTP
Keep slight right at fork onto I 78; NJTP
Continue on I 78
Keep slight right at fork onto I 78
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
Merge onto I 78
Take the exit
Turn right onto NJ 173
Turn slight left onto CR 639
Turn straight onto CR 519
Turn left onto CR 627
Turn left onto Dogwood Drive
Arrive at destination
For this 1.5-hour drive, consider leaving Bayonne, NJ, mid-morning to avoid peak commuter traffic. Since it's a shorter trip, you won't need to split it, allowing for flexibility. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially with the longest stretch being over 50 miles; the estimated $11 fuel cost suggests it's not a major concern, but it's always good to be prepared. A practical tip for this route: familiarize yourself with the New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension interchange as you approach your destination to ensure a smooth transition off the highway.
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.
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 15 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.2 miles or 41m 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Holland, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Bayonne, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bayonne, NJ
This is one driving day of about 68.5 miles and 1h 30m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.2 mi from Bayonne, NJ · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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.
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 34.2 miles from Bayonne, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Holland, NJ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$11.36 one way
$22.71 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.44 | $24.88 |
| premium | $4.93 | $13.28 | $26.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.12 | $30.25 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.43
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
$11
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.19 | $3.29 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.99 | $2.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.59 | $4.38 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Bayonne on Wednesday
Local time
7:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Holland on Wednesday
Local time
7:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
44°F
Bedminster, NJ
34 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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