Origin
Brigantine, NJ
Afternoon in Brigantine on Monday
Local time
12:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brigantine, NJ to Paterson, NJ
Drive Time
2h 19m
Distance
132.4 mi
213 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 10m
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6 AM
2h 19m
8 AM
2h 39m
10 AM
2h 26m
12 PM
2h 24m
3 PM
2h 27m
5 PM
2h 38m
8 PM
2h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brigantine, NJ
James Kampeis
Paterson, NJ
Ren Aukeman
Trip Overview
The drive from Brigantine, NJ to Paterson, NJ covers 132.4 miles and takes about 2h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Roosevelt Boulevard, West Brigantine Avenue, Atlantic Brigantine Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.91 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
66.2 miles from Brigantine, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 19m drive with frequent turns across 132.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Roosevelt Boulevard 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 Brigantine, NJ to Paterson, NJ is easy. At 2h 19m 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 Brigantine, NJ to Paterson, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Roosevelt Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Brigantine Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Atlantic Brigantine Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Brigantine Circle | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Brigantine Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Huron Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Absecon Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East White Horse Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South Roosevelt Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brigantine, NJ and Paterson, NJ.
1
Start on the route
348 ft
·
13 sec
·
the route
2
Exit the roundabout onto South Roosevelt Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
South Roosevelt Boulevard
3
Turn right onto West Brigantine Avenue
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West Brigantine Avenue
4
Continue on Atlantic Brigantine Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Atlantic Brigantine Boulevard
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Brigantine Circle
92 ft
·
3 sec
·
Brigantine Circle
6
Exit the rotary onto Brigantine Boulevard
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Brigantine Boulevard
7
Keep slight left to continue on Brigantine Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Brigantine Boulevard
8
Turn right onto Huron Avenue
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
Huron Avenue
9
Continue on Huron Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Huron Avenue
10
Turn right onto Absecon Boulevard
7.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Absecon Boulevard
11
Continue on East White Horse Pike
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East White Horse Pike
12
Take the exit slight right toward GSP Toll North: Garden State Parkway North
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
GSP Toll North: Garden State Parkway North
13
Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Garden State Parkway
14
Keep slight left to continue on Garden State Parkway
50 mi
·
58 min
·
Garden State Parkway
15
Keep slight left
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
16
Continue on Garden State Parkway
52 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
Garden State Parkway
17
Take the exit slight left toward NJ 19: Paterson
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 19: Paterson
18
Merge slight left
1.7 mi
·
1 min
19
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West: Grand Street, Del Water Gap
315 ft
·
8 sec
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I 80 West: Grand Street, Del Water Gap
20
Keep slight right to continue on Grand Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Grand Street
21
Turn right onto Grand Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Grand Street
22
Turn left onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
23
Turn right onto Market Street
453 ft
·
16 sec
·
Market Street
24
Turn left onto Colt Street
43 ft
·
3 sec
·
Colt Street
25
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 66.2 miles from Brigantine, NJ, or about 1h 9m 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 80 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.2 miles or 1h 9m 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 54m
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 Brigantine, 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 Brigantine, NJ
This is one driving day of about 132.4 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brigantine, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.2 mi from Brigantine, NJ · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66.2 miles from Brigantine, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Paterson, NJ
The final approach into Paterson, 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 Paterson, 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
$21.91 one way
$43.82 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $23.97 | $47.95 |
| premium | $4.92 | $25.66 | $51.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.41 | $58.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.90 | $6.36 |
| Efficient EV | 33.1 | 0 | $11.58 | $5.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53 | 0 | $18.54 | $8.47 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Paterson, NJ
Afternoon in Paterson on Monday
Local time
12:40 PM
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
3 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 19m 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 Brigantine, NJ to Paterson, NJ covers 132.4 miles and takes about 2h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Roosevelt Boulevard, West Brigantine Avenue, Atlantic Brigantine Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.2 miles from Brigantine, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.91 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 Brigantine, NJ to Paterson, NJ is easy. At 2h 19m 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 Brigantine, NJ to Paterson, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Brigantine, NJ to Paterson, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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