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 Glassboro, NJ
Drive Time
2h 12m
Distance
102.6 mi
165 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 3m
★
6 AM
2h 12m
8 AM
2h 31m
10 AM
2h 19m
12 PM
2h 17m
3 PM
2h 20m
5 PM
2h 30m
8 PM
2h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Passaic, NJ
Garrison Gao
Glassboro, NJ
Malcolm Garret
Trip Overview
Traveling from Passaic to Glassboro covers 102.6 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 12 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. You should budget approximately $17 for fuel to complete the journey. The route primarily traverses the Northeast region, transitioning from the northern part of New Jersey toward the southern interior. It is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that connects two distinct parts of the state with minimal complexity, making it an efficient choice for those looking to reach their destination quickly.
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
51.3 miles from Passaic, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip dominated by high-speed travel, as highway driving accounts for 87% of your total time behind the wheel. You will spend the bulk of your journey on the New Jersey Turnpike, which serves as the longest uninterrupted stretch at 74.9 miles. While the route begins with segments on NJ 21, the experience is largely defined by the steady, consistent pace of the turnpike. As you move toward the final leg of the trip, you will transition onto Delsea Drive. This shift offers a change of pace from the interstate grind, guiding you through the final miles of your 102.6-mile trek into Glassboro.
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 74.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 14.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 102.6 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. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
14.9 mi into trip
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~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
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. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
8
90.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward NJ 168: Camden, Atlantic City Expressway
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 3
Toward NJ 168: Camden, Atlantic City Expressway
8
90.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 168 South: Woodbury, 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 168 South: Woodbury, Atlantic City
Towns Along This Route
Between Passaic, NJ and Glassboro, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Trenton, Njtp South: Camden, Wilmington 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
Atlantic City
90.7 mi in
|
~1h 51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 74.9 mi | 1h 26m |
| NJ 21 | 11.2 mi | 16m |
| Delsea Drive | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Hurffville Road | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| US 1 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| NJ 81 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| West Clements Bridge Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Black Horse Pike | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 74.9 mi, about 1h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Passaic, NJ and Glassboro, 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
50 mi
·
57 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the none lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP
25 mi
·
29 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 3
Toward NJ 168: Camden, Atlantic City Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward NJ 168 South: Woodbury, Atlantic City
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Turn straight onto NJ 168
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Black Horse Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto NJ 41
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Clements Bridge Road
Use the none lane.
18
Continue on NJ 41; CR 544
256 ft
·
8 sec
·
Clements Bridge Road
19
Turn straight onto NJ 41
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Hurffville Road
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on NJ 47
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Delsea Drive
Use the none lane.
21
Turn right
254 ft
·
23 sec
22
Turn left onto CR 553
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
Use the none lane.
23
Arrive at destination
CR 553
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable two-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, keeping an eye on traffic patterns along the New Jersey Turnpike is a smart move to avoid potential delays on such a heavily traveled corridor. You won't need to plan for any formal stops given the manageable duration, but having your $17 fuel budget ready ensures you can fill up without stress. Make sure to keep your toll transponder handy, as the heavy reliance on the turnpike means you will encounter tolls throughout the drive. Since the route is efficient and direct, use the extra time saved to plan your arrival in Glassboro rather than worrying about mid-trip logistics.
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 51.3 miles from Passaic, NJ, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.9 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 51.3 miles or 1h 5m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glassboro, 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 102.6 miles and 2h 12m.
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 74.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.3 mi from Passaic, NJ · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 51.3 miles from Passaic, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New Jersey Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.9 miles.
Arriving in Glassboro, NJ
The final approach into Glassboro, 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 Glassboro, 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
$16.98 one way
$33.95 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $18.58 | $37.15 |
| premium | $4.92 | $19.88 | $39.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.79 | $45.59 |
Estimated Tolls: $10.49
New Jersey Turnpike
(74.9 mi)
$10.49
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
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.77 | $4.92 |
| Efficient EV | 25.7 | 0 | $8.98 | $4.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41 | 0 | $14.36 | $6.57 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Glassboro, NJ
Evening in Glassboro on Sunday
Local time
7:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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 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 12m 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 Glassboro, NJ covers 102.6 miles and takes about 2h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 21, Delsea Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.3 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 $16.98 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 17 significant decision points across 102.6 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. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Passaic, NJ and Glassboro, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Trenton, Njtp South: Camden, Wilmington and Atlantic City.
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