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Trip from Passaic, NJ to Atco, NJ

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Drive Time

2h 2m

Distance

96.2 mi

155 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
1h 54m ★
6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 20m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 7m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 20m
8 PM
1h 58m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Passaic County, New Jersey, United States

Passaic, NJ

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Downtown Atco, NJ, NJ

Atco, NJ

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Trip Overview

The drive from Passaic, NJ to Atco, NJ covers 96.2 miles and takes about 2h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 73, NJ 21 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 66.5 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.95 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

48.1 miles from Passaic, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 2h 2m highway drive covering 96.2 miles, with most of the trip on New Jersey Turnpike and NJ 73. The longest continuous stretch is about 66.5 miles on New Jersey Turnpike.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New Jersey Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 66.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and NJ 73. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.9 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 96.2 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 14.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

8
14.9 mi into trip | ~23m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
6
15 mi into trip | ~23m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
6
65 mi into trip | ~1h 21m in | NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
6
81.9 mi into trip | ~1h 41m in

Take the exit toward NJ 73: Mount Laurel, Camden

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 4 Toward NJ 73: Mount Laurel, Camden
8
82.3 mi into trip | ~1h 42m in

Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 73 South: Marlton, Atlantic City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward NJ 73 South: Marlton, Atlantic City

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Passaic, NJ and Atco, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Trenton, Njtp South: Camden, Wilmington, Camden and Atlantic City.

Njtp South: Trenton

14.9 mi in | ~23m

Njtp South: Camden

65 mi in | ~1h 21m | via NJTP

Wilmington

65 mi in | ~1h 21m | via NJTP

Camden

81.9 mi in | ~1h 41m

Atlantic City

82.3 mi in | ~1h 42m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New Jersey Turnpike 66.5 mi 1h 17m
NJ 73 11.6 mi 16m
NJ 21 11.2 mi 16m
US 1 1.7 mi 2m
White Horse Pike 1.2 mi 1m
NJ 81 1.1 mi 2m
Paulison Avenue 0.4 mi <1m
Atco Avenue 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: New Jersey Turnpike — 66.5 mi, about 1h 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Passaic, NJ and Atco, NJ.

1

Start on Passaic Avenue

95 ft · 9 sec · Passaic Avenue
2

Turn left onto CR 618

0.4 mi · 41 sec · Paulison Avenue
3

Turn right onto CR 601

508 ft · 8 sec · Main Avenue
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Toward NJ 21 South
5

Merge onto NJ 21

11 mi · 16 min · NJ 21
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Merge onto US 1; US 9

0.2 mi · 17 sec · US 1; US 9
7

Continue on US 1; US 9

1.5 mi · 2 min · US 1; US 9
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 15 sec
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
9

Continue on NJ 81

1.1 mi · 2 min · NJ 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork

315 ft · 7 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 38 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
12

Merge onto I 95; NJTP

50 mi · 57 min · New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP

17 mi · 19 min · New Jersey Turnpike
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
14

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 55 sec
Exit 4 Toward NJ 73: Mount Laurel, Camden
15

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 45 sec
Toward NJ 73 South: Marlton, Atlantic City Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
16

Merge onto NJ 73

0.5 mi · 41 sec · NJ 73
Use the left lane.
17

Continue on NJ 73

5.1 mi · 7 min · NJ 73
Use the left / slight left / straight / right lanes.
18

Continue on NJ 73

1.3 mi · 1 min · NJ 73
Use the straight / right lanes.
19

Continue on NJ 73

4.7 mi · 6 min · NJ 73
Use the straight lane.
20

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec
21

Turn straight onto CR 536 Spur

0.1 mi · 9 sec · Taunton Road
22

Take the ramp

208 ft · 5 sec
23

Merge onto US 30

1.2 mi · 1 min · White Horse Pike
24

Turn left

50 ft · 3 sec
25

Turn right

161 ft · 15 sec
26

Turn left onto CR 710

0.4 mi · 40 sec · Atco Avenue
27

Arrive at destination

CR 710

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 48.1 miles from Passaic, NJ, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.5 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 48.1 miles or 1h 2m 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 37m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Atco, NJ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Passaic, 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 Passaic, NJ

This is one driving day of about 96.2 miles and 2h 2m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Passaic, 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 New Jersey Turnpike for about 66.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 48.1 mi from Passaic, NJ · 1h 2m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

48 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 48.1 miles from Passaic, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before New Jersey Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.5 miles.

Arriving in Atco, NJ

The final approach into Atco, 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 Atco, NJ.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Thomas Edison National Historical Park

Thomas Edison National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...

4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 near mile 6.6
Park Closure: Glenmont Mansion and Grounds Closed
View on nps.gov
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park

Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Silk cloth and steam locomotives; textiles and continuous paper rolls; firearms and aircraft engines. What do these things have in common? All were manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ. In 17...

5 mi from route ~12 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Gateway National Recreation Area

Gateway National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...

16 mi from route ~40 min detour Free near mile 16.6
View on nps.gov
Morristown National Historical Park

Morristown National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...

19 mi from route ~47 min detour Free near mile 13.3
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.95 one way

$31.90 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 34 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $17.47 $34.93
premium $4.93 $18.66 $37.31
diesel $5.61 $21.24 $42.48

Estimated Tolls: $9.31

New Jersey Turnpike (66.5 mi) $9.31

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

$16

Tolls

$9

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$50–$75

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 33.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 28.9 0 $10.10 $4.62
Efficient EV 24.1 0 $8.42 $3.85
EV Truck/SUV 38.5 0 $13.47 $6.16

Gas CO2

34 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (68% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Passaic, NJ

Night in Passaic on Tuesday

Local time

9:32 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Atco, NJ

Night in Atco on Tuesday

Local time

9:32 PM

EDT

Current temp

58°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

3 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

2h 2m 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 Passaic, NJ to Atco, NJ covers 96.2 miles and takes about 2h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 73, NJ 21. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.1 miles from Passaic, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.95 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 19 significant decision points across 96.2 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 14.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Passaic, NJ and Atco, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Trenton, Njtp South: Camden, Wilmington, Camden and Atlantic City.

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