Origin
Butler, NJ
Night in Butler on Wednesday
Local time
11:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Butler, NJ to Bayonne, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
46m
Distance
33.3 mi
54 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Butler, NJ
Joel Zar
Bayonne, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Butler, NJ to Bayonne, NJ covers 33.3 miles and takes about 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NJ 3, NJ 23, US 46 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.9 miles on NJ 3. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.52 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
16.6 miles from Butler, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 46m highway drive covering 33.3 miles, with most of the trip on NJ 3 and NJ 23. The longest continuous stretch is about 10.9 miles on NJ 3.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 3 is the longest continuous segment at about 10.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 3 and NJ 23. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.6 miles in near NJ 23.
Route Complexity
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 33.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.6 miles (NJ 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.6 mi into trip
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~5m 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
9.8 mi into trip
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~13m 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
5
9.9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 46 East: Clifton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 46 East: Clifton
8
27.3 mi into trip
|
~33m in
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US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hob...
5
33.2 mi into trip
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~46m in
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Broadway
Turn right onto Broadway
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Butler, NJ and Bayonne, NJ, road signs point toward Clifton, Jersey City and Pulaski Skyway.
Clifton
9.8 mi in
|
~13m
Jersey City
27.3 mi in
|
~33m
|
via US 1; US 9
Pulaski Skyway
27.3 mi in
|
~33m
|
via US 1; US 9
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 3 | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| NJ 23 | 6.8 mi | 8m |
| US 46 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Tonnelle Avenue | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| John F. Kennedy Boulevard | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Avenue C | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 3
— 10.9 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Butler, NJ and Bayonne, NJ.
1
Start on Main Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on CR 694
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike
3
Turn right onto CR 511 ALT
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Newark-Pompton Turnpike
4
Continue on NJ 23; CR 511 Alternate
0.6 mi
·
46 sec
·
NJ 23; CR 511 Alternate
5
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 23
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
NJ 23
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
297 ft
·
7 sec
Toward I 80 East, US 46 East: New York, Clifton
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward US 46 East: Clifton
8
Merge onto US 46
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 46
9
Continue on US 46
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 46
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn slight left onto NJ 3
11 mi
·
12 min
·
NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto CR 501
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
14
Turn left onto McAdoo Avenue
105 ft
·
2 sec
·
McAdoo Avenue
15
Turn slight right onto Old Bergen Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Bergen Road
16
At end of road, turn right onto Merritt Street
302 ft
·
11 sec
·
Merritt Street
17
Turn left onto Avenue C
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Avenue C
18
Turn left onto West 30th Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
West 30th Street
19
Turn right onto Broadway
205 ft
·
5 sec
·
Broadway
20
Arrive at destination
Broadway
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 16.6 miles from Butler, NJ, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.9 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 33 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.6 miles or 21m 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 Bayonne, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Butler, NJ.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Butler, NJ
This is one driving day of about 33.3 miles and 46m.
At 33.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on NJ 3 for about 10.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.6 mi from Butler, NJ · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.6 miles from Butler, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bayonne, NJ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Bayonne, 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
$5.52 one way
$11.04 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.05 | $12.09 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.46 | $12.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.35 | $14.70 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.14
Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike
(1 mi)
$0.07
Newark-Pompton Turnpike
(0.9 mi)
$0.07
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
$6
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
| Efficient EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.91 | $1.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Bayonne, NJ
Night in Bayonne on Wednesday
Local time
11:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
5 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
46m 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 Butler, NJ to Bayonne, NJ covers 33.3 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 3, NJ 23, US 46. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.6 miles from Butler, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.52 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 short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 33.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.6 miles (NJ 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Butler, NJ and Bayonne, NJ, road signs point toward Clifton, Jersey City and Pulaski Skyway.
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