Origin
Bloomingdale, NJ
Late night in Bloomingdale on Monday
Local time
5:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomingdale, NJ to Newark, NJ
Drive Time
31m
Distance
24.9 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bloomingdale, NJ
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
Traveling from Bloomingdale to Newark is a straightforward 30.6-mile journey that typically takes about 38 minutes to complete. Because this trip is so manageable, it is perfect for a quick one-day excursion rather than an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike, the Newark-Pompton Turnpike, and I-80 East to reach your destination within the same Northeast region. With fuel costs estimated at just $5, this is a budget-friendly way to connect these two New Jersey locations. You can easily complete this drive without any mandatory stops, giving you plenty of flexibility in your schedule. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that gets you where you need to go efficiently.
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
12.4 miles from Bloomingdale, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route focuses on surface roads rather than highway travel, which accounts for 0% of your total distance. You will not find any long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the longest segment on the Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike is 0 miles. Instead, the character of the road shifts as you transition between local turnpikes and connecting arteries. Prepare for a more technical drive that requires your full attention as you navigate the local infrastructure between Bloomingdale and Newark.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 23 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 23 and NJ 21. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.7 miles in near NJ 23.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 24.9 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 2.7 miles (NJ 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
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NJ 23
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 23
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
8.9 mi into trip
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~11m in
Take the exit toward I 80 East, US 46 East: New York, Clifton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80 East, US 46 East: New York, Clifton
6
17.5 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward NJ 21 South: Newark
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 21 South: Newark
7
23.7 mi into trip
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~29m in
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Broad Street
Turn left onto Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
24.7 mi into trip
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~31m in
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CR 510 / Market Street
Turn left onto CR 510 / Market Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Bloomingdale, NJ to Newark, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Clifton along the way.
Clifton
8.9 mi in
|
~11m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 23 | 6.8 mi | 8m |
| NJ 21 | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| NJ 3 | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| US 46 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike | 1 mi | 1m |
| Newark-Pompton Turnpike | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| University Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 23
— 6.8 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomingdale, NJ and Newark, NJ.
1
Start on Main Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Main Street
2
Continue on Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike
3
Turn right onto Newark-Pompton Turnpike
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Newark-Pompton Turnpike
4
Continue straight
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
5
Keep slight left
6.2 mi
·
7 min
6
Take the exit slight left toward I 80 East, US 46 East: New York, Clifton
299 ft
·
7 sec
·
I 80 East, US 46 East: New York, Clifton
7
Keep slight right to continue on US 46 East: Clifton
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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US 46 East: Clifton
8
Merge slight right
2.1 mi
·
2 min
9
Continue straight
1.6 mi
·
1 min
10
Turn slight left
4.4 mi
·
5 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 21 South: Newark
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 21 South: Newark
12
Merge slight left
5.6 mi
·
6 min
13
Turn right onto Clay Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Clay Street
14
Turn left onto Broad Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Broad Street
15
Keep slight right to continue on University Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
University Avenue
16
Turn left onto Market Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Market Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since the entire trip spans only 38 minutes, you have the advantage of total scheduling flexibility when planning your departure. You do not need to worry about complex stop planning or rest breaks, as the distance is short enough to drive in one go. Keep in mind that because this is a local, turn-heavy drive, traffic patterns can shift quickly; check your GPS before you head out to ensure you are choosing the most efficient path through the turnpikes. Budgeting $5 for fuel should be more than enough for the 30.6-mile trek. Focus on staying alert through the constant turns, as this route demands more active steering than a standard highway commute.
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 12.4 miles from Bloomingdale, NJ, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.8 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 24.9 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.4 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newark, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bloomingdale, 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 Bloomingdale, NJ
This is one driving day of about 24.9 miles and 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bloomingdale, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on NJ 23 for about 6.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.4 mi from Bloomingdale, NJ · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 24.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.4 miles from Bloomingdale, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Newark, NJ
The final approach into Newark, NJ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Newark, NJ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.12 one way
$8.24 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $4.51 | $9.02 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.83 | $9.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.53 | $11.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.61 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.18 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.49 | $1.59 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Destination
Newark, NJ
Late night in Newark on Monday
Local time
5:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live 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
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
31m 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 Bloomingdale, NJ to Newark, NJ covers 24.9 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 23, NJ 21, NJ 3. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.4 miles from Bloomingdale, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.12 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 24.9 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.7 miles (NJ 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Bloomingdale, NJ to Newark, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Clifton along the way.
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