Origin
Oradell, NJ
Afternoon in Oradell on Saturday
Local time
4:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oradell, NJ to Jersey City, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
30m
Distance
21.5 mi
35 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 36m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oradell, NJ
Garrison Gao
Trip Overview
Oradell to Jersey City is 21.5 miles and takes about 30m via NJ 17 and NJ 3, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive, perfect for a quick transit between areas or for those looking to familiarize themselves with local roadways before tackling longer distances. Consider this route for its efficiency and ease of navigation.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 17 | 6.3 mi | 7m |
| NJ 3 | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Forest Avenue | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Tonnelle Avenue | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Maywood Avenue | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Oradell Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| John F. Kennedy Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Essex Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 17
— 6.3 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oradell, NJ and Jersey City, NJ.
1
Start on Lotus Avenue
201 ft
·
11 sec
·
Lotus Avenue
2
Turn right onto Seminole Street
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
Seminole Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto CR 80
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Oradell Avenue
4
Turn left onto CR 59
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Forest Avenue
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on CR 59
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Maywood Avenue
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn right onto CR 56
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Essex Street
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
8
Merge onto NJ 17
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
10
Merge onto NJ 3
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto CR 501
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
14
Turn right onto Duncan Avenue
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Duncan Avenue
15
Turn right onto Olean Avenue
316 ft
·
13 sec
·
Olean Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
Olean Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 19.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Seminole Street
Turn right onto Seminole Street
Navigation decision point
6
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
CR 59 / Forest Avenue
Turn left onto CR 59 / Forest Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
6.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
NJ 17
Merge onto NJ 17
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
13.2 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
NJ 3
Merge onto NJ 3
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
19.9 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hob...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.56 one way
$7.13 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.90 | $7.81 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.17 | $8.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.75 | $9.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.26 | $1.03 |
| Efficient EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.88 | $0.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.01 | $1.38 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Jersey City, NJ
Afternoon in Jersey City on Saturday
Local time
4:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
30m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features a 49% highway share, meaning you'll experience a mix of faster-paced sections and surface streets. The longest continuous stretch on a main road is 6.3 miles on NJ 17. You'll transition from highway driving to more local roads as you approach your destination. Expect to navigate through areas with frequent exits and merges as you get closer to Jersey City.
49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.3 mi on NJ 17.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 early in the drive near Seminole Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 21.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 30m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Seminole Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (CR 59 / Forest Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (NJ 17): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Oradell, NJ to Jersey City, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Pulaski Skyway along the way.
Pulaski Skyway
19.9 mi in
|
~27m
|
via US 1; US 9
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 30m. Total distance: 21.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (49%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.3 miles on NJ 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Jersey City, NJ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Seminole Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (CR 59 / Forest Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (NJ 17): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jersey City, NJ before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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