Origin
Fairfield, NJ
Late night in Fairfield on Saturday
Local time
1:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairfield, NJ to Jersey City, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
22.6 mi
36 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairfield, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Trip Overview
This straightforward 22.6-mile drive from Fairfield, NJ, to Jersey City, NJ, is easily manageable in just about 29 minutes, making it perfect for a single-day trip. You'll primarily be on major roads like NJ 3 and US 46, with a significant portion of your journey focused on highway driving. With an estimated fuel cost of only $4, this route is quite budget-friendly. Given its short duration and minimal stops, you won't need to worry about an overnight stay. This trip stays within the Northeast region, offering a quick connection between two New Jersey locales.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 22.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for about 76% of this 22.6-mile journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 10.9 miles on NJ 3, providing a consistent pace for a good portion of your travel. You'll navigate through a mix of main roads including NJ 3, US 46, and Tonnelle Avenue, which means the road character will shift from flowing highway to more arterial urban routes as you get closer to your destination. It’s a drive characterized by efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 US 46. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Craig Place.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.6 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (Craig Place): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (CR 625 / Hollywood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (US 46): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Craig Place
Turn right onto Craig Place
Navigation decision point
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 625 / Hollywood Avenue
Turn right onto CR 625 / Hollywood Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.4 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 46
Merge onto US 46
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
20.9 mi into trip
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~26m 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
22.5 mi into trip
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~29m in
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Olean Avenue
Turn right onto Olean Avenue
Navigation decision point
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 Fairfield, NJ to Jersey City, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Pulaski Skyway along the way.
Pulaski Skyway
20.9 mi in
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~26m
|
via US 1; US 9
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 3 | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| US 46 | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| Tonnelle Avenue | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Hollywood Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| John F. Kennedy Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Duncan Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Craig Place | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Olean Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 3
— 10.9 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairfield, NJ and Jersey City, NJ.
1
Start on Alan Drive
183 ft
·
10 sec
·
Alan Drive
2
Turn right onto Craig Place
355 ft
·
17 sec
·
Craig Place
3
Turn right onto CR 625
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Hollywood Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
5
Merge onto US 46
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 46
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on US 46
1.6 mi
·
1 min
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US 46
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn slight left onto NJ 3
11 mi
·
12 min
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NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi
·
3 min
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Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
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.
10
Turn right onto CR 501
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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John F. Kennedy Boulevard
11
Turn right onto Duncan Avenue
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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Duncan Avenue
12
Turn right onto Olean Avenue
316 ft
·
13 sec
·
Olean Avenue
13
Arrive at destination
Olean Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.75 one way
$7.49 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.10 | $8.21 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.38 | $8.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.99 | $9.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
| Efficient EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.98 | $0.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.45 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Jersey City, NJ
Late night in Jersey City on Saturday
Local time
1:37 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
21 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
29m 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 Fairfield, NJ to Jersey City, NJ covers 22.6 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 3, US 46, Tonnelle Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.3 miles from Fairfield, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.75 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 22.6 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (Craig Place): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (CR 625 / Hollywood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (US 46): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Fairfield, NJ to Jersey City, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Pulaski Skyway along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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