Origin
Delaware, NJ
Night in Delaware on Sunday
Local time
9:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Delaware, NJ to Newark, NJ
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
59.2 mi
95 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Delaware, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Trip Overview
Traveling from Delaware, NJ to Newark, NJ covers 59.2 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 13 minutes. Because this is a relatively short distance, it works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You can expect to spend approximately $10 on fuel for the journey. Navigating this route involves a combination of the Christopher Columbus Highway, the Essex Freeway, and US 46. Since both the start and finish points are located within the Northeast, you will remain in a familiar regional environment throughout the entire trip.
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
29.6 miles from Delaware, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that balances highway efficiency with more grounded road segments. With a highway share of only 27%, you will spend the majority of your time off the major interstates. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Christopher Columbus Highway, which spans 40.8 miles of the drive. The personality of the route shifts as you transition between these faster stretches and the more technical, local road sections. Staying focused is key, as the changing road types require you to constantly adapt to different traffic patterns and speed limits.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Christopher Columbus Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 40.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.2 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 3.1 miles (I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.1 mi into trip
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~5m in
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I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway
Merge onto I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
43.9 mi into trip
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~52m in
Take the exit toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 47A
Toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
8
58 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward Martin Luther King Boulevard, Broad Street Station, Rutgers University, Essex County College
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 14
Toward Martin Luther King Boulevard, Broad Stre...
6
58.1 mi into trip
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~1h 10m in
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
Turn right onto Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
59 mi into trip
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~1h 12m 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.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 40.8 mi | 47m |
| Essex Freeway | 13.3 mi | 16m |
| US 46 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| University Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| ramp to I-80 Eastbound | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Market Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Orange Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Clinton Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Christopher Columbus Highway
— 40.8 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delaware, NJ and Newark, NJ.
1
Start on Clinton Street
488 ft
·
25 sec
·
Clinton Street
2
Turn right onto US 46
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
US 46
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
4
Turn straight onto NJ 94
337 ft
·
8 sec
·
NJ 94
5
Take the ramp onto ramp to I-80 Eastbound
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
ramp to I-80 Eastbound
Toward I 80 East: Netcong, New York City
6
Merge onto I 80
41 mi
·
47 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 47A
Toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
8
Continue on I 280
13 mi
·
16 min
·
Essex Freeway
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 14
Toward Martin Luther King Boulevard, Broad Street Station, Rutgers University, Essex County College
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
269 ft
·
9 sec
·
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
Use the right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
140 ft
·
11 sec
·
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
12
Turn left onto Orange Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Orange Street
13
Turn right onto University Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
University Avenue
14
Turn left onto CR 510
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Market Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
CR 510
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1 hour and 13-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning formal stops, as the trip is short enough to complete in one go. Keep your $10 fuel budget in mind when filling up, as local prices can fluctuate. To make the most of your travel, try to avoid peak traffic hours on the Essex Freeway to ensure you maintain your estimated arrival time. Being prepared for the frequent turns on the local sections will help you keep a smooth pace throughout the 59.2-mile journey.
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 29.6 miles from Delaware, NJ, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.8 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 59.2 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.6 miles or 36m 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
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 Delaware, 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 Delaware, NJ
This is one driving day of about 59.2 miles and 1h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Delaware, 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 Christopher Columbus Highway for about 40.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.6 mi from Delaware, NJ · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 59.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.6 miles from Delaware, 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
$9.80 one way
$19.59 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $10.72 | $21.44 |
| premium | $4.92 | $11.47 | $22.94 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.15 | $26.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.29 | $3.79 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Night in Newark on Sunday
Local time
9:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Ramapo, NY
30 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 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
1h 13m 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 Delaware, NJ to Newark, NJ covers 59.2 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Christopher Columbus Highway, Essex Freeway, US 46. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.6 miles from Delaware, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.80 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.2 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Delaware, NJ to Newark, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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