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Trip from Hasbrouck Heights, NJ to Newark, NJ

Data updated 4 hours ago

Drive Time

18m

Distance

12.9 mi

21 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

24 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 17m ★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m ★

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

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Trip Overview

This quick 12.9-mile drive from Hasbrouck Heights to Newark, New Jersey, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 18 minutes. Primarily utilizing major arteries like NJ 21, NJ 17, and NJ 3, it offers a straightforward transit through the Northeast region. With a modest estimated fuel cost of around $2, this route is more about efficient travel than leisurely sightseeing. Given its short distance, no overnight stays are necessary, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule. This journey is best suited for those needing to connect two points within New Jersey without extensive detours.

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

6.5 miles from Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this trip, with 77% of the drive occurring on high-speed roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 5.9 miles on NJ 21, offering a consistent pace. While the route utilizes key state highways, it largely maintains a functional, direct character rather than a scenic one. The drive progresses by smoothly transitioning between these main arteries, facilitating a quick and uncomplicated passage between your origin and destination.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 21 is the longest continuous segment at about 5.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 21 and NJ 17. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.7 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 12.9 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 3.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
3.7 mi into trip | ~5m in

Take the exit toward NJ 3 West: Newark

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward NJ 3 West: Newark
7
4.9 mi into trip | ~7m in

Take the exit toward NJ 21: Paterson, Newark

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward NJ 21: Paterson, Newark
6
5.3 mi into trip | ~7m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 21 North, NJ 21 South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward NJ 21 North, NJ 21 South
8
5.4 mi into trip | ~8m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 21 South: Newark

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward NJ 21 South: Newark
7
11.7 mi into trip | ~15m in | Broad Street

Turn left onto Broad Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NJ 21 5.9 mi 6m
NJ 17 3.2 mi 3m
NJ 3 0.9 mi <1m
University Avenue 0.8 mi 1m
Henry Street 0.5 mi 1m
Market Street 0.2 mi <1m
Broad Street 0.1 mi <1m
Clay Street 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: NJ 21 — 5.9 mi, about 6m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hasbrouck Heights, NJ and Newark, NJ.

1

Start on Henry Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Henry Street
2

Take the ramp

185 ft · 4 sec
3

Merge onto NJ 17

0.2 mi · 12 sec · NJ 17
4

Continue on NJ 17

3.0 mi · 3 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward NJ 3 West: Newark Use the slight right lane.
6

Merge onto NJ 3

0.9 mi · 57 sec · NJ 3
7

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 54 sec
Toward NJ 21: Paterson, Newark Use the slight right lane.
8

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 14 sec
Toward NJ 21 North, NJ 21 South
9

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward NJ 21 South: Newark Use the slight right lane.
10

Merge onto NJ 21

5.9 mi · 6 min · NJ 21
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Turn right onto CR 506 Spur

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Clay Street
12

Turn left onto Broad Street

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Broad Street
Use the left lane.
13

Keep slight right at fork onto University Avenue

0.8 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 trip is a brief 12.9 miles and takes only about 18 minutes, you have the luxury of leaving whenever it’s most convenient, avoiding peak traffic hours if possible. Fuel costs are minimal at an estimated $2, so you likely won't need to plan extensive refueling stops. Keep an eye on your GPS for the transitions between NJ 21, NJ 17, and NJ 3, as these are the key points where you'll navigate the route. The short duration means you can easily incorporate this drive into a larger travel plan without feeling rushed.

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 6.5 miles from Hasbrouck Heights, NJ, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.9 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 12.9 miles or 18m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 6.5 miles or 9m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 14m

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 Hasbrouck Heights, 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 Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

This is one driving day of about 12.9 miles and 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hasbrouck Heights, 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 NJ 21 for about 5.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 6.5 mi from Hasbrouck Heights, NJ · 9m into the drive

most populous city in the United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

New York City, NY

6 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

New York City, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 12.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

New York City, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 6.5 miles from Hasbrouck Heights, 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Thomas Edison National Historical Park

Thomas Edison National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...

4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 near mile 11.1
Park Closure: Glenmont Mansion and Grounds Closed
View on nps.gov
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park

Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Silk cloth and steam locomotives; textiles and continuous paper rolls; firearms and aircraft engines. What do these things have in common? All were manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ. In 17...

7 mi from route ~16 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Gateway National Recreation Area

Gateway National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...

18 mi from route ~45 min detour Free near mile 12.9
View on nps.gov
Morristown National Historical Park

Morristown National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...

19 mi from route ~47 min detour Free near mile 12.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$2.14 one way

$4.28 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 5 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $2.34 $4.68
premium $4.93 $2.50 $5.00
diesel $5.61 $2.85 $5.70

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$27–$52

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 4.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

24 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

American Dream - Tesla Supercharger

East Rutherford, NJ

Tesla

32 DCFC

Marriott - Tesla Supercharger

Teaneck, NJ

Tesla

20 DCFC

Bergen Town Center - Tesla Supercharger

Paramus, NJ

Tesla

16 DCFC

Target North Bergen #T1865

North Bergen, NJ

eVgo Network

14 DCFC

Dunkin' Donuts - Tesla Supercharger

Paramus, NJ

Tesla

12 DCFC

Bergen Ferry Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Little Ferry, NJ

Tesla

12 DCFC

Wawa - Tesla Supercharger

North Bergen, NJ

Tesla

12 DCFC

Starbucks - Tesla Supercharger

Saddle Brook, NJ

Tesla

8 DCFC

Tesla: 9 ChargePoint Network: 5 Electrify America: 3 BP_PULSE: 1 ABM: 1 Blink Network: 1 RED_E: 1 APPLEGREEN: 1 eVgo Network: 1 CHARGESMART_EV: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 3.9 0 $1.35 $0.62
Efficient EV 3.2 0 $1.13 $0.52
EV Truck/SUV 5.2 0 $1.81 $0.83

Gas CO2

5 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (60% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 4 days ago

Origin

Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

Evening in Hasbrouck Heights on Tuesday

Local time

7:48 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Newark, NJ

Evening in Newark on Tuesday

Local time

7:48 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

2 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

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 Hasbrouck Heights, NJ to Newark, NJ covers 12.9 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 21, NJ 17, NJ 3. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.5 miles from Hasbrouck Heights, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.14 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 11 significant decision points across 12.9 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 3.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Hasbrouck Heights, NJ to Newark, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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