Origin
Old Tappan, NJ
Morning in Old Tappan on Wednesday
Local time
6:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Old Tappan, NJ to Passaic, NJ
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Drive Time
29m
Distance
18.1 mi
29 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
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6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Old Tappan, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Old Tappan, NJ to Passaic, NJ covers 18.1 miles and takes about 29m 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, NJ 21, Westwood Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 5.3 miles on Garden State Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.00 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
9.1 miles from Old Tappan, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Old Tappan, NJ to Passaic, NJ covers 18.1 miles and takes about 29m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 27 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 5.3 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 7.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 18.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.5 miles (US 46): 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.
9
7.3 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward From Road, Parkway South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward From Road, Parkway South
7
13.2 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward US 46 West: Garfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 157
Toward US 46 West: Garfield
5
13.5 mi into trip
|
~24m in
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US 46
Merge onto US 46
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
14.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
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NJ 21
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
17.4 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward Main Avenue, Passaic
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 11
Toward Main Avenue, Passaic
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Old Tappan, NJ and Passaic, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll South: Commuter Parking and Gsp South.
Gsp Toll South: Commuter Parking
7.1 mi in
|
~14m
Gsp South
7.5 mi in
|
~15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| NJ 21 | 2.8 mi | 2m |
| Westwood Avenue | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| ` | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| US 46 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Forest Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Oradell Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 4th Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 5.3 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Old Tappan, NJ and Passaic, NJ.
1
Start on CR 110
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Avenue South
2
Turn right onto CR 110
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Westwood Avenue
3
Continue on CR 110
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
`
4
Continue on CR 110
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Westwood Avenue
5
Continue on CR 110
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Cedar Lane
6
Continue on CR 110
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Harrington Avenue
7
Turn right onto CR 110
217 ft
·
11 sec
·
Park Place
8
Turn left onto CR 110
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Westwood Avenue
9
Turn left onto CR 59
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
3rd Avenue
10
Continue on CR 59
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Avenue
11
Continue on CR 59
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
4th Avenue
12
Continue on CR 59
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Forest Avenue
13
Turn right onto CR 80
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Oradell Avenue
14
Take the ramp
331 ft
·
14 sec
Toward GSP Toll South: Commuter Parking
15
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
this road
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward From Road, Parkway South
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn straight onto From Road
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
From Road
18
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward GSP South
19
Merge onto GSP
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Garden State Parkway
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 157
Toward US 46 West: Garfield
Use the slight right lane.
21
Merge onto US 46
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 46
Use the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21
2.8 mi
·
2 min
·
NJ 21
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 11
Toward Main Avenue, Passaic
Use the slight right lane.
24
Turn right onto CR 601
508 ft
·
11 sec
·
Main Avenue
25
Turn left onto CR 618
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Paulison Avenue
26
Turn right onto Passaic Avenue
95 ft
·
2 sec
·
Passaic Avenue
27
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 9.1 miles from Old Tappan, NJ, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.3 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 18.1 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.1 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
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 Old Tappan, 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 Old Tappan, NJ
This is one driving day of about 18.1 miles and 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Old Tappan, 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 5.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.1 mi from Old Tappan, NJ · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 18.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.1 miles from Old Tappan, 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
$3.00 one way
$6.00 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.29 | $6.57 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.51 | $7.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.00 | $7.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.32
Garden State Parkway
(5.3 mi)
$0.32
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
$3
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.90 | $0.87 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.58 | $0.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.53 | $1.16 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Morning in Passaic on Wednesday
Local time
6:06 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
18 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
29m 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 Old Tappan, NJ to Passaic, NJ covers 18.1 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, NJ 21, Westwood Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.1 miles from Old Tappan, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.00 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 is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 18.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.5 miles (US 46): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Old Tappan, NJ and Passaic, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll South: Commuter Parking and Gsp South.
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