Origin
Newark, NJ
Night in Newark on Thursday
Local time
10:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newark, NJ to Springfield, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
17m
Distance
8.2 mi
13 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, NJ
James Kampeis
Trip Overview
The drive from Newark, NJ to Springfield, NJ covers 8.2 miles and takes about 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Springfield Avenue, Mountain Avenue, Market Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.2 miles on Springfield Avenue. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.36 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 17m. Total distance: 8.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
17m 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 with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 17m drive with frequent turns across 8.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Springfield Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 7.2 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near CR 510; CR 603 / Springfield Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Newark, NJ to Springfield, NJ is easy. At 17m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (CR 510; CR 603 / Springfield Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles (CR 635 / Mountain Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 510; CR 603 / Springfield Avenue
Turn left onto CR 510; CR 603 / Springfield Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
7.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
CR 635 / Mountain Avenue
Turn left onto CR 635 / Mountain Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield Avenue | 7.2 mi | 14m |
| Mountain Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Market Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Morris Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Springfield Avenue
— 7.2 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newark, NJ and Springfield, NJ.
1
Start on CR 510
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Market Street
2
Turn left onto CR 510; CR 603
6.4 mi
·
12 min
·
Springfield Avenue
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on NJ 124
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Springfield Avenue
4
Turn right onto NJ 124
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Morris Avenue
5
Turn left onto CR 635
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Mountain Avenue
6
Arrive at destination
CR 635
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.36 one way
$2.72 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.49 | $2.98 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.59 | $3.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.81 | $3.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 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 | 2.5 | 0 | $0.86 | $0.39 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.72 | $0.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.52 |
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.
Destination
Springfield, NJ
Night in Springfield on Thursday
Local time
10:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
9 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
17m 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 Newark, NJ to Springfield, NJ covers 8.2 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Springfield Avenue, Mountain Avenue, Market Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.1 miles from Newark, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.36 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 Newark, NJ to Springfield, NJ is easy. At 17m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (CR 510; CR 603 / Springfield Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles (CR 635 / Mountain Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Newark, NJ to Springfield, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Morristown National Historical Park and Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.
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