Origin
Newton, NJ
Night in Newton on Friday
Local time
9:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newton, NJ to Passaic, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
45.5 mi
73 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newton, NJ
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Passaic, NJ
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Trip Overview
Newton, NJ to Passaic, NJ is 45.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 3 minutes via Christopher Columbus Highway and NJ 15, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a relatively short trip, best suited for a single day, offering a straightforward transit between your starting and ending points. Consider this route if you're looking for a simple, direct journey without extensive planning.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 45.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (34%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This is a mixed drive, with 34% of the route on highways. You'll experience a blend of faster road sections and more local travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch measures 18.6 miles on the Christopher Columbus Highway, providing a period of consistent travel. As you proceed, the road character will shift, moving from highway segments to potentially more developed or town-influenced stretches as you approach your destination.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Christopher Columbus Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 18.6 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 0.3 miles in near Halsted Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.5 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Halsted Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.8 miles (I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Halsted Street
Turn left onto Halsted Street
Navigation decision point
5
7.7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the ramp toward NJ 15 South
Navigation decision point
Toward NJ 15 South
5
18.8 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway
Merge onto I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
37.4 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward US 46 East: Wayne, Clifton, Lincoln Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 53
Toward US 46 East: Wayne, Clifton, Lincoln Tunn...
6
43.3 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
CR 618 / Paulison Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto CR 618 / Paulison Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Newton, NJ to Passaic, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Clifton along the way.
Clifton
37.4 mi in
|
~52m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 18.6 mi | 20m |
| NJ 15 | 10 mi | 14m |
| US 46 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| Newton Sparta Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Sparta Avenue | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Paulison Avenue | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Spring Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Halsted Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Christopher Columbus Highway
— 18.6 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newton, NJ and Passaic, NJ.
1
Start on US 206; NJ 94; CR 519
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Spring Street
2
Continue on US 206
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto Halsted Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Halsted Street
4
Turn left onto Madison Street
425 ft
·
16 sec
·
Madison Street
5
Turn right onto Cedar Street
515 ft
·
24 sec
·
Cedar Street
6
Turn right onto Spring Street
277 ft
·
9 sec
·
Spring Street
7
Keep straight at fork onto CR 616
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sparta Avenue
8
Continue on CR 616
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Newton Sparta Road
9
Continue on CR 517
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Sparta Avenue
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward NJ 15 South
11
Merge onto NJ 15
10 mi
·
14 min
·
NJ 15
12
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 East: New York
13
Merge onto I 80
19 mi
·
20 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 53
Toward US 46 East: Wayne, Clifton, Lincoln Tunnel
Use the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto US 46
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 46
16
Continue on US 46
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
US 46
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Take the exit
401 ft
·
14 sec
18
At end of road, turn left onto CR 618
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Paulison Avenue
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn left onto Passaic Avenue
95 ft
·
2 sec
·
Passaic Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
Passaic Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.8 mi from Newton, NJ · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.8 miles from Newton, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Passaic, NJ
The final approach into Passaic, 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
$7.54 one way
$15.09 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.26 | $16.52 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.82 | $17.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.05 | $20.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.78 | $2.18 |
| Efficient EV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.98 | $1.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.37 | $2.91 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Passaic, NJ
Night in Passaic on Friday
Local time
9:21 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
3 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
1h 3m 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 Newton, NJ to Passaic, NJ covers 45.5 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Christopher Columbus Highway, NJ 15, US 46. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.8 miles from Newton, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.54 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.5 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Halsted Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.8 miles (I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Newton, NJ to Passaic, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Clifton along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Morristown National Historical Park. There are 5 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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