Origin
Denville, NJ
Late night in Denville on Thursday
Local time
1:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Denville, NJ to West New York, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
40m
Distance
31.2 mi
50 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Denville, NJ
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West New York, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Denville, NJ to West New York, NJ covers 31.2 miles and takes about 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Christopher Columbus Highway, NJ 3, US 46 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.6 miles on Christopher Columbus Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.17 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
15.6 miles from Denville, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Denville, NJ to West New York, NJ covers 31.2 miles and takes about 40m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 20 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 13.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 31.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 40m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left toward I 80 East
Navigation decision point
Toward I 80 East
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway
Merge onto I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
14 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward US 46 East: Wayne, Clifton, Lincoln Tunnel
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 53
Toward US 46 East: Wayne, Clifton, Lincoln Tunn...
7
28.7 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward NJ 495 East: Lincoln Tunnel, Kennedy Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward NJ 495 East: Lincoln Tunnel, Kennedy Bou...
7
29.3 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward Kennedy Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Kennedy Boulevard
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Denville, NJ to West New York, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Clifton along the way.
Clifton
14 mi in
|
~16m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 13.6 mi | 15m |
| NJ 3 | 10.5 mi | 11m |
| US 46 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| John F. Kennedy Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Bergenline Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| NJ 495 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 30th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 60th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Christopher Columbus Highway
— 13.6 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Denville, NJ and West New York, NJ.
1
Start on Broadway Avenue
89 ft
·
4 sec
·
Broadway Avenue
2
Turn right onto Center Street
260 ft
·
13 sec
·
Center Street
3
Turn right onto Bloomfield Avenue
236 ft
·
8 sec
·
Bloomfield Avenue
4
Turn left onto NJ 53
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Main Street
5
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 80 East
6
Merge onto I 80
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 53
Toward US 46 East: Wayne, Clifton, Lincoln Tunnel
Use the slight right lane.
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
·
11 min
·
NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward NJ 495 East: Lincoln Tunnel, Kennedy Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Merge onto NJ 495
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
NJ 495
13
Take the exit
263 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Kennedy Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
14
Continue on 30th Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
30th Street
15
Turn left onto CR 501
296 ft
·
16 sec
·
John F Kennedy Boulevard
16
Continue on CR 501
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
17
Turn right onto 49th Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
49th Street
18
At end of road, turn left onto Bergenline Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bergenline Avenue
19
Turn right onto 60th Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
60th Street
20
Arrive at destination
60th Street
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 15.6 miles from Denville, NJ, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.6 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 31 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.6 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West New York, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Denville, NJ.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Denville, NJ
This is one driving day of about 31.2 miles and 40m.
At 31.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Christopher Columbus Highway for about 13.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.6 mi from Denville, NJ · 18m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.6 miles from Denville, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in West New York, NJ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into West New York, 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
$5.17 one way
$10.35 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.67 | $11.33 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.05 | $12.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.89 | $13.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.28 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.73 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
West New York, NJ
Late night in West New York on Thursday
Local time
1:04 AM
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
40m 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 Denville, NJ to West New York, NJ covers 31.2 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Christopher Columbus Highway, NJ 3, US 46. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.6 miles from Denville, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.17 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 15 decision points packed into just 31.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 40m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Denville, NJ to West New York, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Clifton along the way.
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