Origin
Oceanport, NJ
Late night in Oceanport on Wednesday
Local time
2:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oceanport, NJ to Passaic, NJ
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
51.8 mi
83 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
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6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oceanport, NJ
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Passaic, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Oceanport, NJ to Passaic, NJ covers 51.8 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 Garden State Parkway, Newman Springs Road, Seven Bridges Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 41.4 miles on Garden State Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.59 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
25.9 miles from Oceanport, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 12m highway drive covering 51.8 miles, with most of the trip on Garden State Parkway and Newman Springs Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 41.4 miles on Garden State Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Garden State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 41.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and Newman Springs Road. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in near CR 520 / Rumson Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.8 miles you will encounter 16 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 2.1 miles (CR 520 / Rumson Road): Navigation decision point; at 12.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.8 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.1 mi into trip
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~4m in
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CR 520 / Rumson Road
At end of road, turn left onto CR 520 / Rumson Road
Navigation decision point
6
12.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward Crossover to Express Roadway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Crossover to Express Roadway
5
12.8 mi into trip
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~18m in
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GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
47.9 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward Montclair, Nutley
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 151
Toward Montclair, Nutley
5
49.1 mi into trip
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~1h 8m in
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CR 622 / Darling Avenue
Turn left onto CR 622 / Darling Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Oceanport, NJ and Passaic, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll North, Crossover To Express Roadway, Montclair and Nutley.
Gsp Toll North
5.8 mi in
|
~10m
Crossover To Express Roadway
12.6 mi in
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~18m
Montclair
47.9 mi in
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~1h 6m
Nutley
47.9 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 41.4 mi | 54m |
| Newman Springs Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Seven Bridges Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Bloomfield Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Broadway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Rumson Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Pinckney Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Myrtle Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 41.4 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oceanport, NJ and Passaic, NJ.
1
Start on CR 29A
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Myrtle Avenue
2
Continue on CR 33
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Seven Bridges Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto CR 520
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Rumson Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto CR 520; CR 11
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
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Branch Avenue
5
Turn left onto CR 520
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
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Pinckney Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto CR 520
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Broad Street
7
Turn right onto CR 520
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Newman Springs Road
8
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward GSP Toll North
9
Merge onto GSP
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Garden State Parkway
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
Toward Crossover to Express Roadway
Use the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto GSP
35 mi
·
47 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 151
Toward Montclair, Nutley
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto CR 655
483 ft
·
15 sec
·
Watchung Avenue
14
At end of road, turn left onto CR 652
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
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East Passaic Avenue
15
Turn right onto CR 622
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
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West Passaic Avenue
16
Turn left onto CR 622
411 ft
·
7 sec
·
Darling Avenue
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on CR 622
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Bloomfield Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Enter roundabout onto CR 622
173 ft
·
3 sec
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Bloomfield Avenue
19
Continue on CR 622
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
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Bloomfield Avenue
20
Continue on CR 622
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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Bloomfield Avenue
21
Continue on CR 622
0.2 mi
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17 sec
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Bloomfield Avenue
22
Continue on CR 622
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Broadway
23
Turn right onto CR 618
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Paulison Avenue
24
Turn left onto Passaic Avenue
95 ft
·
2 sec
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Passaic Avenue
25
Arrive at destination
Passaic Avenue
Trip Plan
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 25.9 miles from Oceanport, NJ, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.4 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 51.8 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.9 miles or 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Passaic, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oceanport, 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 Oceanport, NJ
This is one driving day of about 51.8 miles and 1h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Oceanport, 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 Garden State Parkway for about 41.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.9 mi from Oceanport, NJ · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 51.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.9 miles from Oceanport, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Passaic, 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
$8.59 one way
$17.18 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.41 | $18.81 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.05 | $20.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.44 | $22.87 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.49
Garden State Parkway
(41.4 mi)
$2.49
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.44 | $2.49 |
| Efficient EV | 13 | 0 | $4.53 | $2.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.25 | $3.32 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Passaic, NJ
Late night in Passaic on Wednesday
Local time
2:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Partly Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers
W 2 to 8 mph
16% chance
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
6 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 12m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Oceanport, NJ to Passaic, NJ covers 51.8 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 Garden State Parkway, Newman Springs Road, Seven Bridges Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.9 miles from Oceanport, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.59 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 51.8 miles you will encounter 16 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 2.1 miles (CR 520 / Rumson Road): Navigation decision point; at 12.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.8 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Oceanport, NJ and Passaic, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll North, Crossover To Express Roadway, Montclair and Nutley.
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