Origin
Manville, NJ
Morning in Manville on Monday
Local time
10:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manville, NJ to Newark, NJ
Drive Time
47m
Distance
36.9 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
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6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manville, NJ
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Manville to Newark, you are facing a straightforward 36.9-mile journey that typically takes about 47 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited as a quick day trip, as the distance is short enough that you will not need to worry about overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend roughly $6 on fuel for the entire drive. Because this route stays entirely within New Jersey, you will remain in the Northeast region throughout your travel. It is a practical, no-nonsense commute that gets you where you need to go without requiring significant logistical planning.
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
18.4 miles from Manville, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than an open highway experience, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate via West Camplain Road, South Main Street, and Finderne Avenue, keeping your focus on constant maneuvering through local corridors. Since the road lacks long, uninterrupted stretches, you should stay alert for frequent turns and changing traffic patterns. The personality of this drive is defined by its local character, requiring more active attention than a monotonous interstate cruise. It is a steady, rhythmic trip that keeps you engaged with the local road network from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Camplain 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 Manville, NJ to Newark, NJ is easy. At 47m 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 Manville, NJ to Newark, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Camplain Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Finderne Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| GSP Toll North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Garden State Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Irvington | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cleremont Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ball Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Camplain Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manville, NJ and Newark, NJ.
1
Start on the route
92 ft
·
12 sec
·
the route
2
Turn sharp left onto West Camplain Road
131 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Camplain Road
3
Turn slight left onto South Main Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on Finderne Avenue
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Finderne Avenue
5
Merge slight left
1.5 mi
·
2 min
6
Continue straight
2.0 mi
·
2 min
7
Continue straight
8.6 mi
·
13 min
8
Continue straight
5.4 mi
·
8 min
9
Continue straight
1.4 mi
·
2 min
10
Take the exit slight left toward GSP Toll North: Paterson
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
GSP Toll North: Paterson
11
Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Garden State Parkway
12
Take the exit slight right toward Irvington
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Irvington
13
Turn left onto Cleremont Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Cleremont Avenue
14
Continue on Ball Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Ball Street
15
Continue on Washington Avenue
449 ft
·
13 sec
·
Washington Avenue
16
Turn right onto Springfield Avenue
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Springfield Avenue
17
Continue on Market Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Market Street
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the local nature of these roads, try to avoid peak rush hours to ensure you maintain that estimated 47-minute travel time. Since the trip is relatively short at 36.9 miles, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever your schedule allows. There are no scheduled stops on this route, making it an efficient trip where you can easily reach your destination in one go. Keep your $6 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure, and ensure your vehicle is ready for a drive that prioritizes local streets over high-speed transit. A pro tip for this specific drive is to keep your navigation system active, as the transition between West Camplain Road and Finderne Avenue requires precise turns.
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 18.4 miles from Manville, NJ, or about 23m 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 36.9 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.4 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 40m
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 Manville, 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 Manville, NJ
This is one driving day of about 36.9 miles and 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Manville, 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 18.4 mi from Manville, NJ · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.4 miles from Manville, 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
$6.11 one way
$12.21 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $6.68 | $13.36 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.15 | $14.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.20 | $16.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.87 | $1.77 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.23 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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 Monday
Local time
10:25 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
4 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
47m 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 Manville, NJ to Newark, NJ covers 36.9 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Camplain Road, South Main Street, Finderne Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.4 miles from Manville, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.11 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 Manville, NJ to Newark, NJ is easy. At 47m 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 Manville, NJ to Newark, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Manville, NJ to Newark, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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