Origin
Manasquan, NJ
Afternoon in Manasquan on Thursday
Local time
12:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manasquan, NJ to Paterson, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
65.5 mi
105 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manasquan, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Paterson, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Manasquan, NJ to Paterson, NJ covers 65.5 miles and takes about 1h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Atlantic Avenue, NJ 34 North, the route for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.86 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 65.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 12m drive with frequent turns across 65.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Atlantic Avenue 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Manasquan, NJ to Paterson, NJ is easy. At 1h 12m 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 Manasquan, NJ to Paterson, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Avenue | — | — |
| NJ 34 North | — | — |
| the route | — | — |
| GSP Toll North | — | — |
| I 195 West | — | — |
| Garden State Parkway | — | — |
| NJ 19 | — | — |
| I 80 West | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Atlantic Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manasquan, NJ and Paterson, NJ.
1
Start on Broad Street
26 ft
·
7 sec
·
Broad Street
2
Turn left onto Atlantic Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlantic Avenue
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Atlantic Avenue
285 ft
·
4 sec
·
Atlantic Avenue
4
Exit the rotary onto Atlantic Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Atlantic Avenue
5
Take the ramp right toward NJ 34 North: Matawan
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
NJ 34 North: Matawan
6
Merge slight left
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
7
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
289 ft
·
4 sec
·
the route
8
Exit the roundabout
79 ft
·
1 sec
9
Continue straight
0.6 mi
·
45 sec
10
Take the exit slight right toward GSP Toll North
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
GSP Toll North
11
Keep slight left to continue on GSP North, I 195 West
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
GSP North, I 195 West
12
Keep slight left to continue on Garden State Parkway
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Garden State Parkway
13
Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Garden State Parkway
14
Keep slight left
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
15
Continue on Garden State Parkway
52 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
Garden State Parkway
16
Take the exit slight left toward NJ 19: Paterson
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 19: Paterson
17
Merge slight left
1.7 mi
·
1 min
18
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West: Grand Street, Del Water Gap
315 ft
·
8 sec
·
I 80 West: Grand Street, Del Water Gap
19
Keep slight right to continue on Grand Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Grand Street
20
Turn right onto Grand Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Grand Street
21
Turn left onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
22
Turn right onto Market Street
453 ft
·
16 sec
·
Market Street
23
Turn left onto Colt Street
43 ft
·
3 sec
·
Colt Street
24
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.7 mi from Manasquan, NJ · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.7 miles from Manasquan, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Paterson, NJ
The final approach into Paterson, NJ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.86 one way
$21.72 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.89 | $23.79 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.70 | $25.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.46 | $28.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.88 | $3.14 |
| Efficient EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.73 | $2.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.17 | $4.19 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Paterson, NJ
Afternoon in Paterson on Thursday
Local time
12:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
7 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
1h 12m 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 Manasquan, NJ to Paterson, NJ covers 65.5 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Atlantic Avenue, NJ 34 North, the route. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.7 miles from Manasquan, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.86 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 Manasquan, NJ to Paterson, NJ is easy. At 1h 12m 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 Manasquan, NJ to Paterson, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Manasquan, NJ to Paterson, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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