Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
47.9 mi
77 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Passaic, NJ
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Concordia, NJ
Malcolm Garret
This 47.9-mile journey from Passaic, NJ, to Concordia, NJ, is a quick, highway-focused drive that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 8 minutes. Given its short duration and minimal stops, it's perfectly suited for a single-day trip. You'll primarily be on the New Jersey Turnpike and NJ 21, with a significant portion of the drive on major highways. Budget around $8 for fuel for this trip, which traverses the bustling Northeast region of the US. The route is straightforward, making it a practical option for a quick transfer or a short excursion within New Jersey.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 47.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 86% of the drive utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 27 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike, suggesting a consistent pace for a significant portion of your trip. This route is characterized by its efficiency, allowing you to cover ground quickly. While primarily highway, the inclusion of NJ 21 and US 1 might introduce slight variations in traffic flow and road type as you approach your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and NJ 21. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near NJ 21.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.9 miles you will encounter 17 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 0.7 miles (NJ 21): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; 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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Merge onto NJ 21
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
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
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto Exit 8A toward NJ 32: Jamesburg, Cranbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 32 East: Jamesburg, Monroe
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Passaic, NJ and Concordia, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Trenton, Cranbury and Monroe.
Njtp South: Trenton
Cranbury
Monroe
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 27 mi | 31m |
| NJ 21 | 11.2 mi | 16m |
| US 1 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Applegarth Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| NJ 81 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Prospect Plains Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Exit 8A | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Forsgate Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Passaic, NJ and Concordia, NJ.
Start on Passaic Avenue
Turn left onto CR 618
Turn right onto CR 601
Take the ramp
Merge onto NJ 21
Merge onto US 1; US 9
Continue on US 1; US 9
Take the exit
Continue on NJ 81
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
Take the exit onto Exit 8A
Keep slight left at fork
Turn straight onto NJ 32
Turn right onto CR 619
Turn left onto CR 614
Turn right onto CR 615
Turn left onto Concordia Circle
Turn right onto Asbourne Drive
Turn right onto Edinburgh Drive
At end of road, turn right onto Andrew Johnson Drive
Turn left onto Norham Drive
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24 mi from Passaic, NJ · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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.
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24 miles from Passaic, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Concordia, 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.
Regular Gas
$7.94 one way
$15.88 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.70 | $17.39 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.29 | $18.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.58 | $21.15 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.78
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$4
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.03 | $2.30 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.71 | $3.07 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Passaic on Thursday
Local time
5:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Evening in Concordia on Thursday
Local time
5:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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