Origin
Elwood, NJ
Evening in Elwood on Sunday
Local time
7:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elwood, NJ to Passaic, NJ
Drive Time
2h 18m
Distance
105.1 mi
169 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 9m
★
6 AM
2h 19m
8 AM
2h 38m
10 AM
2h 25m
12 PM
2h 23m
3 PM
2h 26m
5 PM
2h 37m
8 PM
2h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elwood, NJ
Garrison Gao
Passaic, NJ
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Elwood to Passaic covers 105.1 miles through the Northeast, a journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 18 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused drive, it is perfectly manageable as a straightforward day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $17 for fuel to complete the trek. By utilizing a mix of the New Jersey Turnpike, US 206, and Trenton Road, you can move efficiently between the two locations. This route is ideal for those who prefer a direct, no-nonsense path across New Jersey rather than a leisurely backroads cruise.
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
52.6 miles from Elwood, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip defined by high-speed efficiency, as roughly 74% of your time will be spent on highways. The journey hits its stride on the New Jersey Turnpike, which features your longest uninterrupted stretch of 47.2 miles. While the highway portions allow for steady pacing, transitions onto US 206 and Trenton Road provide a shift in environment as you move through the state. You will find that the road's personality leans toward a functional interstate experience, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding scenic detours. It is a predictable drive that lets you settle into a rhythm once you merge onto the main corridors.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New Jersey Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 47.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and Trenton Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.6 miles in near US 206 / Trenton Road.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 105.1 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 6.6 miles (US 206 / Trenton Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
6.6 mi into trip
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~10m in
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US 206 / Trenton Road
Merge onto US 206 / Trenton Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
41.4 mi into trip
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~56m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
8
89.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m in
Take the exit toward Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport
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 13A
Toward Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport
8
92.9 mi into trip
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~2h in
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NJ 21
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21 toward NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown
8
104.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m in
Take the exit toward River Drive, Passaic
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 11A
Toward River Drive, Passaic
Towns Along This Route
Between Elwood, NJ and Passaic, NJ, road signs point toward New York, Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York City, Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport and Downtown.
New York
24.2 mi in
|
~33m
|
via US 206
Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
40.7 mi in
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~54m
Njtp North: New York City
41.4 mi in
|
~56m
Newark Airport
89.5 mi in
|
~1h 54m
Elizabeth Seaport
89.5 mi in
|
~1h 54m
Downtown
92.9 mi in
|
~2h
|
via NJ 21
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 47.2 mi | 55m |
| Trenton Road | 17.6 mi | 23m |
| US 206 | 16.5 mi | 20m |
| NJ 21 | 11.4 mi | 16m |
| White Horse Pike | 6.6 mi | 10m |
| US 1 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| NJ 81 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Paulison Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 47.2 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elwood, NJ and Passaic, NJ.
1
Start on CR 623
104 ft
·
11 sec
·
Elwood Road
2
Turn left onto US 30
6.6 mi
·
10 min
·
White Horse Pike
3
Take the exit
201 ft
·
5 sec
Toward US 206 North
4
Merge onto US 206
18 mi
·
23 min
·
Trenton Road
Use the none lane.
5
Enter roundabout onto US 206
498 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 206
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
6
Continue on US 206
7.6 mi
·
10 min
·
US 206
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on US 206
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
US 206
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
11
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
47 mi
·
55 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 13A
Toward Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto NJ 81
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 81
Use the none lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on US 1; US 9
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21
11 mi
·
16 min
·
NJ 21
Toward NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 11A
Toward River Drive, Passaic
Use the slight right lane.
18
Continue on CR 624
350 ft
·
8 sec
·
River Drive
19
Turn left onto CR 618
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Paulison Avenue
20
Turn right onto Passaic Avenue
95 ft
·
2 sec
·
Passaic Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
Passaic Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip with zero scheduled stops, your biggest advantage is flexibility in your departure time. Aim to check traffic reports before you leave, as the heavy reliance on the New Jersey Turnpike means conditions can fluctuate quickly. With a fuel budget of $17, you will likely find it most convenient to start with a full tank in Elwood so you can drive the entire 105.1 miles without needing to pull over for gas. Pay close attention to signage when switching between the Turnpike and US 206, as the transition between high-speed arteries and secondary roads requires careful navigation. Keep your pace steady to make the most of the 2-hour and 18-minute estimated travel time.
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 52.6 miles from Elwood, NJ, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.2 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 80 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.6 miles or 1h 11m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Passaic, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Elwood, 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 Elwood, NJ
This is one driving day of about 105.1 miles and 2h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Elwood, 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 New Jersey Turnpike for about 47.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.6 mi from Elwood, NJ · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 52.6 miles from Elwood, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Passaic, NJ
The final approach into Passaic, 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 Passaic, 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
$17.39 one way
$34.78 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $19.03 | $38.06 |
| premium | $4.92 | $20.37 | $40.73 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.35 | $46.70 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.61
New Jersey Turnpike
(47.2 mi)
$6.61
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
$17
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.04 | $5.04 |
| Efficient EV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.20 | $4.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42 | 0 | $14.71 | $6.73 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Passaic, NJ
Evening in Passaic on Sunday
Local time
7:17 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
22 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
2h 18m 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 Elwood, NJ to Passaic, NJ covers 105.1 miles and takes about 2h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, Trenton Road, US 206. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.6 miles from Elwood, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.39 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 16 significant decision points across 105.1 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 6.6 miles (US 206 / Trenton Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Elwood, NJ and Passaic, NJ, road signs point toward New York, Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York City, Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport and Downtown.
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