Origin
Kinnelon, NJ
Afternoon in Kinnelon on Monday
Local time
12:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kinnelon, NJ to Union City, NJ
Drive Time
43m
Distance
27.3 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
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6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kinnelon, NJ
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Union City, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Kinnelon, NJ to Union City, NJ covers 27.3 miles and takes about 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Maple Lake Road, Kinnelon Road, I 80 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.52 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
13.7 miles from Kinnelon, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 43m drive with frequent turns across 27.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Maple Lake Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Kinnelon, NJ to Union City, NJ is easy. At 43m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kinnelon, NJ to Union City, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maple Lake Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Kinnelon Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 80 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 46 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| NJ 495 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Kennedy Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 30th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| John F Kennedy Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Maple Lake Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kinnelon, NJ and Union City, NJ.
1
Start on Kiel Avenue
102 ft
·
7 sec
·
Kiel Avenue
2
Turn left onto Maple Lake Road
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Maple Lake Road
3
Turn right onto Kinnelon Road
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Kinnelon Road
4
Turn right
4.1 mi
·
4 min
5
Keep slight left
6.2 mi
·
7 min
6
Take the exit slight left toward I 80 East, US 46 East: New York, Clifton
299 ft
·
7 sec
·
I 80 East, US 46 East: New York, Clifton
7
Keep slight right to continue on US 46 East: Clifton
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
US 46 East: Clifton
8
Merge slight right
2.1 mi
·
2 min
9
Continue straight
1.6 mi
·
1 min
10
Turn slight left
11 mi
·
11 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 495 East: Lincoln Tunnel, Kennedy Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
NJ 495 East: Lincoln Tunnel, Kennedy Boulevard
12
Merge slight right
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
13
Take the exit slight right toward Kennedy Boulevard
262 ft
·
6 sec
·
Kennedy Boulevard
14
Continue on 30th Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
30th Street
15
Turn left onto John F Kennedy Boulevard
295 ft
·
17 sec
·
John F Kennedy Boulevard
16
Continue on John F. Kennedy Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
17
Turn right onto 47th Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
47th Street
18
At the end of the road, turn right onto Bergenline Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Bergenline Avenue
19
Turn right onto 45th Street
66 ft
·
3 sec
·
45th Street
20
Arrive at your destination
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 13.7 miles from Kinnelon, NJ, or about 21m into the drive.
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 27.3 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.7 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union City, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kinnelon, 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 Kinnelon, NJ
This is one driving day of about 27.3 miles and 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kinnelon, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.7 mi from Kinnelon, NJ · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 27.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.7 miles from Kinnelon, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Union City, NJ
The final approach into Union City, 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 Union City, 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
$4.52 one way
$9.03 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $4.94 | $9.89 |
| premium | $4.92 | $5.29 | $10.58 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.07 | $12.13 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
Lincoln Tunnel
$16.00
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
$5
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.87 | $1.31 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.39 | $1.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.82 | $1.75 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Union City, NJ
Afternoon in Union City on Monday
Local time
12:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
43m 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 Kinnelon, NJ to Union City, NJ covers 27.3 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Maple Lake Road, Kinnelon Road, I 80 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.7 miles from Kinnelon, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.52 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.
The drive from Kinnelon, NJ to Union City, NJ is easy. At 43m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kinnelon, NJ to Union City, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Kinnelon, NJ to Union City, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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