Origin
Little Ferry, NJ
Morning in Little Ferry on Wednesday
Local time
7:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Little Ferry, NJ to Newark, NJ
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
21m
Distance
14.6 mi
23 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
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6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Little Ferry, NJ
Garrison Gao
Trip Overview
This quick 14.6-mile drive from Little Ferry, NJ to Newark, NJ is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking just about 21 minutes. You'll primarily navigate NJ 21, NJ 3, and Washington Avenue, with 58% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $2, and with no designated stops, this route offers a straightforward connection within the Northeast region. It’s a practical option for getting between these two New Jersey locations without a significant time commitment or expense.
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
7.3 miles from Little Ferry, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this relatively short trip, with a significant portion, 58%, on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 5.9 miles along NJ 21, offering a chance for consistent speed. As you transition between NJ 3 and Washington Avenue, the character of the drive will likely shift, moving from faster highway segments to potentially more local road conditions. This route is not about sweeping vistas, but rather efficient transit.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 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 route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 14.6 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 6.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
6.5 mi into trip
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~9m 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
6.9 mi into trip
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~10m 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
7.1 mi into trip
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~11m 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
13.3 mi into trip
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~18m in
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Broad Street
Turn left onto Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
14.3 mi into trip
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~20m in
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CR 510 / Market Street
Turn left onto CR 510 / Market Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 21 | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| NJ 3 | 2.6 mi | 2m |
| Washington Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Moonachie Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| University Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Liberty Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Larry Doby Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Market Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 21
— 5.9 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Little Ferry, NJ and Newark, NJ.
1
Start on Charles Street
190 ft
·
10 sec
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Charles Street
2
Turn right onto CR 40
327 ft
·
17 sec
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Main Street
3
Turn left onto CR 503
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Liberty Street
4
Continue on CR 503
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Moonachie Road
5
Continue on CR 503
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Washington Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on NJ 120
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
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Larry Doby Highway
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward NJ 3 West: Clifton
8
Merge onto NJ 3
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward NJ 21: Paterson, Newark
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward NJ 21 North, NJ 21 South
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward NJ 21 South: Newark
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto NJ 21
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
NJ 21
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto CR 506 Spur
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
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Clay Street
14
Turn left onto Broad Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Broad Street
Use the left lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto University Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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University Avenue
16
Turn left onto CR 510
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
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Market Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Arrive at destination
CR 510
Trip Plan
Given the short 21-minute duration and 14.6 miles, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can leave any time of day, but consider avoiding peak commuter hours to ensure the quickest travel. Since there are no built-in stops and the fuel cost is minimal at $2, you won't need to plan for extended breaks or frequent refueling. Keep an eye on local traffic conditions, especially as you approach Newark, as this can easily add time to your journey. A good tip is to check real-time navigation before you depart to confirm the best sequence of roads for your specific departure 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 7.3 miles from Little Ferry, NJ, or about 11m 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 14.6 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.3 miles or 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 17m
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 Little Ferry, 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 Little Ferry, NJ
This is one driving day of about 14.6 miles and 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Little Ferry, 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 7.3 mi from Little Ferry, NJ · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 14.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.3 miles from Little Ferry, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.42 one way
$4.84 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.65 | $5.30 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.83 | $5.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.22 | $6.45 |
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: 5.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.53 | $0.70 |
| Efficient EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.28 | $0.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.04 | $0.93 |
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.
Destination
Newark, NJ
Morning in Newark on Wednesday
Local time
7:43 AM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
21m 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 Little Ferry, NJ to Newark, NJ covers 14.6 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 21, NJ 3, Washington Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.3 miles from Little Ferry, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.42 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 14.6 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 6.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Little Ferry, NJ to Newark, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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