Origin
Passaic, NJ
Evening in Passaic on Sunday
Local time
7:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Passaic, NJ to Elwood, NJ
Drive Time
2h 17m
Distance
104.7 mi
169 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 8m
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6 AM
2h 17m
8 AM
2h 36m
10 AM
2h 24m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 25m
5 PM
2h 35m
8 PM
2h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Passaic, NJ
Garrison Gao
Elwood, NJ
Garrison Gao
Trip Overview
Traveling from Passaic to Elwood covers a 104.7-mile stretch across New Jersey, typically taking about 2 hours and 17 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused drive, you can easily complete the journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to budget approximately $17 for fuel to make the trip. The route stays entirely within the Northeast region, transitioning from the northern urban areas toward the southern landscape. It is a straightforward commute that serves as an efficient way to traverse the state, provided you are prepared for a steady pace on major thoroughfares.
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
52.4 miles from Passaic, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is defined by its efficiency, with 87% of the total distance spent on highways. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating the New Jersey Turnpike, US 206, and NJ 21. The longest uninterrupted segment occurs on the Turnpike, where you will cover 47.3 miles of high-speed travel. While the highway-heavy nature of the route keeps your momentum steady, the road character shifts as you transition between these major arteries. Expect a practical, no-frills driving experience that prioritizes speed and directness over winding, scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 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 47.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and US 206. 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 16 significant decision points across 104.7 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 62.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese 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
8
62.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton
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 7
Toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton
7
63.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL
6
63.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
US 206
Merge onto US 206
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Passaic, NJ and Elwood, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Trenton, Trenton and Atlantic City.
Njtp South: Trenton
14.9 mi in
|
~23m
Trenton
62.7 mi in
|
~1h 19m
Atlantic City
80.4 mi in
|
~1h 42m
|
via US 206
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 47.3 mi | 55m |
| US 206 | 29.8 mi | 38m |
| NJ 21 | 11.2 mi | 16m |
| White Horse Pike | 6.6 mi | 10m |
| Main Street | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| US 1 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| NJ 81 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Paulison Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 47.3 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Passaic, NJ and Elwood, 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 none lane.
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 none lane.
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 none / 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
47 mi
·
55 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 7
Toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL
Use the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto US 206
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 206
Use the none lane.
16
Continue on US 206
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
US 206
Use the none lane.
17
Continue on US 206
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
US 206
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 206
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street
19
Enter roundabout onto US 206
486 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 206
Toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City
20
Continue on US 206
18 mi
·
23 min
·
US 206
Toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City
Use the left / none lanes.
21
Turn left onto US 30
6.6 mi
·
10 min
·
White Horse Pike
Use the left lane.
22
Turn right onto CR 623
104 ft
·
3 sec
·
Elwood Road
23
Arrive at destination
CR 623
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive of just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. However, given the reliance on major roads like the New Jersey Turnpike, checking traffic reports before you leave is a smart move to avoid potential congestion. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge to ensure you don't need to refuel mid-stretch. Since there are no required stops, you can easily manage the entire 104.7-mile distance in one go. Aim to time your departure outside of peak commuting hours to ensure the most consistent experience behind the wheel.
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 52.4 miles from Passaic, NJ, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.3 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 80 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.4 miles or 1h 7m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Elwood, 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 104.7 miles and 2h 17m.
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 47.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.4 mi from Passaic, NJ · 1h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52.4 miles from Passaic, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Elwood, NJ
The final approach into Elwood, 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 Elwood, 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
$17.32 one way
$34.65 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $18.96 | $37.91 |
| premium | $4.92 | $20.29 | $40.58 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.26 | $46.52 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.62
New Jersey Turnpike
(47.3 mi)
$6.62
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
$17
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.99 | $5.03 |
| Efficient EV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.16 | $4.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.9 | 0 | $14.66 | $6.70 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Destination
Elwood, NJ
Evening in Elwood on Sunday
Local time
7:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°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
22 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
2h 17m 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 Elwood, NJ covers 104.7 miles and takes about 2h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, US 206, 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 52.4 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 $17.32 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 104.7 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 62.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Passaic, NJ and Elwood, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Trenton, Trenton and Atlantic City.
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