Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
42.8 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
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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Green Knoll, NJ
Alexa V. Mato
This 42.8-mile drive from Passaic, NJ to Green Knoll, NJ is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 56 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a day trip, with no need for an overnight stay. The route primarily utilizes major arteries like I-287, US 46, and US 202, making it a predominantly highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $7, this trip is quite budget-friendly. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, so you'll be navigating familiar territory throughout this quick transit.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 42.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Expect a highway-centric experience on this route, with 85% of the drive taking place on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 18 miles along I-287, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While the majority of the journey is on high-speed roads, you'll transition between these and other key arteries like US 46 and US 202. This means you'll experience a consistent flow typical of interstate driving, with limited exposure to slower, more winding local roads.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 287 and US 46. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 618 / Paulison Avenue.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 42.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 618 / Paulison Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (US 46): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto CR 618 / Paulison Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto US 46
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 287 South: Morristown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward US 202, US 206: Bedminster, Pluckemin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Pluckemir
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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 Green Knoll, NJ, road signs point toward Del Water Gap, Mahwah and Pluckemin.
Del Water Gap
Mahwah
Pluckemin
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 287 | 18 mi | 21m |
| US 46 | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| US 202 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Paulison Avenue | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Interstate 80 West | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Foothill Road | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Brian Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Rollins Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Passaic, NJ and Green Knoll, NJ.
Start on Passaic Avenue
Turn right onto CR 618
Turn left onto Rollins Avenue
Merge onto US 46
Take the exit
Continue on I 80W
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 287
Take the exit
Merge onto US 202; US 206
Continue on US 202; US 206
Take the exit
Turn left
Merge onto US 202; US 206
Keep slight right at fork onto US 202; US 206
Continue on US 202; US 206
Turn left onto (639)
Turn right onto Brian Drive
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.4 mi from Passaic, NJ · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 21.4 miles from Passaic, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Green Knoll, NJ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$7.10 one way
$14.19 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.77 | $15.54 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.30 | $16.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.45 | $18.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.74 | $1.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.99 | $2.74 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Passaic on Friday
Local time
4:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Green Knoll on Friday
Local time
4:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
44°F
Bloomingdale, NJ
21 mi in
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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