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Trip from Jersey City, NJ to Kearny, NJ

Data updated 2 hours ago

Drive Time

13m

Distance

7.2 mi

12 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$1

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 12m ★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m

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

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Kearny, NJ

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Trip Overview

This short 7.2-mile drive from Jersey City to Kearny, New Jersey, is a quick trip perfect for a single day. Expect the journey to take about 13 minutes, making it an easy addition to any local itinerary. With a modest fuel cost of around $1, this route focuses heavily on highway driving, accounting for 68% of the total distance. You'll primarily be on NJ 7, US 1 Truck, and Schuyler Avenue, offering a direct and efficient path between these two Northeast locations. No overnight stays are necessary for this brief excursion.

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

3.6 miles from Jersey City, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This highway-focused drive offers a predominantly fast-paced experience, with 68% of the 7.2 miles occurring on major roadways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 4 miles on NJ 7, allowing for a consistent pace. The route utilizes key arteries like US 1 Truck and Schuyler Avenue, suggesting a mix of highway speeds and potentially some urban traffic depending on the time of day. The overall feel is one of efficient transit rather than a leisurely cruise.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 7 and US 1 Truck. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck.

Route Complexity 9/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 7.2 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 0.5 miles (US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

6
0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck

Turn right onto US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
5
1.3 mi into trip | ~2m in | US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck

Take the exit onto US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck

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

Use the straight / right lanes.
8
1.4 mi into trip | ~2m in

Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 7 West: Kearny

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward NJ 7 West: Kearny
6
2.9 mi into trip | ~5m in | NJ 7; CR 506

Keep slight right at fork onto NJ 7; CR 506

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
5.8 mi into trip | ~10m in | CR 507 / Schuyler Avenue

Turn left onto CR 507 / Schuyler Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NJ 7 4 mi 6m
US 1 Truck 0.9 mi 1m
Schuyler Avenue 0.8 mi 1m
Duncan Avenue 0.4 mi <1m
Midland Avenue 0.3 mi <1m
Devon Street 0.2 mi <1m
Oakwood Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Olean Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: NJ 7 — 4 mi, about 6m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jersey City, NJ and Kearny, NJ.

1

Start on Olean Avenue

316 ft · 15 sec · Olean Avenue
2

Turn right onto Duncan Avenue

0.4 mi · 50 sec · Duncan Avenue
3

Turn right onto US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
Use the straight / right lanes.
4

Take the exit onto US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck

169 ft · 4 sec · US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck
Use the straight / right lanes.
5

Keep slight left at fork

271 ft · 6 sec
Toward NJ 7 West: Kearny Use the straight lane.
6

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 54 sec
Toward NJ 7 West: Kearny
7

Merge onto NJ 7

1.1 mi · 1 min · NJ 7
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork onto NJ 7; CR 506

2.9 mi · 4 min · NJ 7; CR 506
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9

Turn left onto CR 507

0.8 mi · 1 min · Schuyler Avenue
Use the left lane.
10

Turn right onto Midland Avenue

0.3 mi · 45 sec · Midland Avenue
11

Turn left onto Devon Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Devon Street
12

Turn right onto Oakwood Avenue

526 ft · 25 sec · Oakwood Avenue
13

Turn right onto Beech Street

124 ft · 5 sec · Beech Street
14

Arrive at destination

Beech Street

Trip Plan

Given the short 13-minute duration and 7.2-mile distance, this trip offers great flexibility for departure times. You won't need to plan for extensive stops along the way, but be aware of potential traffic congestion, especially during peak commuting hours on NJ 7 and US 1 Truck. The fuel cost is minimal at approximately $1, so you won't need to worry about budgeting for gas. A practical tip for this route is to check local traffic conditions before you leave, as the short distance means a few minutes of delay can significantly impact your 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 3.6 miles from Jersey City, NJ, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4 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 7.2 miles or 13m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 3.6 miles or 6m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 10m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kearny, NJ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Jersey City, 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 Jersey City, NJ

This is one driving day of about 7.2 miles and 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jersey City, 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 7 for about 4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 3.6 mi from Jersey City, NJ · 6m into the drive

most populous city in the United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

New York City, NY

4 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 7.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

New York City, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 3.6 miles from Jersey City, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Kearny, NJ

The final approach into Kearny, 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 Kearny, 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...

5 mi from route ~13 min detour $10 near mile 7.2
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...

10 mi from route ~25 min detour Free near mile 5.7
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...

14 mi from route ~35 min detour Free
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...

20 mi from route ~51 min detour Free near mile 7.2
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$1.19 one way

$2.39 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 3 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $1.31 $2.61
premium $4.93 $1.40 $2.79
diesel $5.61 $1.59 $3.18

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$26–$51

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 2.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 2.2 0 $0.76 $0.35
Efficient EV 1.8 0 $0.63 $0.29
EV Truck/SUV 2.9 0 $1.01 $0.46

Gas CO2

3 kg

EV CO2

1 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.

Forecast data refreshed 4 days ago

Origin

Jersey City, NJ

Evening in Jersey City on Tuesday

Local time

7:41 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Kearny, NJ

Evening in Kearny on Tuesday

Local time

7:41 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°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

1 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

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 Jersey City, NJ to Kearny, NJ covers 7.2 miles and takes about 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 7, US 1 Truck, Schuyler 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 3.6 miles from Jersey City, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.19 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 12 significant decision points across 7.2 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 0.5 miles (US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (US 1 Truck; US 9 Truck): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Jersey City, NJ to Kearny, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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