Origin
Passaic, NJ
Night in Passaic on Friday
Local time
9:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Passaic, NJ to Groveville, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
61.9 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
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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Groveville, NJ
Alexa V. Mato
Trip Overview
This 61.9-mile drive from Passaic, NJ, to Groveville, NJ, is a manageable 1-hour and 24-minute journey, making it an ideal day trip. Primarily utilizing the New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 21, and US 1, this route is heavily highway-focused, accounting for 91% of the travel. With an estimated fuel cost of $10, it's an economical option for exploring more of the Northeast region. You won't need to worry about overnight stays, and the direct nature of the drive means no designated stops are strictly necessary, offering flexibility in your schedule. This trip is designed for efficient travel between two points within the same state.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 61.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience on this route, with 91% of the drive taking place on high-speed roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 39.9 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike, offering a prolonged period of consistent travel. While the majority is highway, you'll also navigate portions of NJ 21 and US 1, which may offer slightly different driving dynamics. This isn't a winding scenic byway; it's a direct, efficient path designed for covering distance quickly. The road character is predominantly that of the major arteries connecting points in New Jersey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 39.9 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.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.9 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 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 55.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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
|
~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
55.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward I 195: Trenton, Shore Points
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 7A
Toward I 195: Trenton, Shore Points
6
56.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 195 West: Hamilton, Trenton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 195 West: Hamilton, Trenton
7
58.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward US 130 South: Bordentown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 5A
Toward US 130 South: Bordentown
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 Groveville, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Trenton, Shore Points and Trenton.
Njtp South: Trenton
14.9 mi in
|
~23m
Shore Points
55.3 mi in
|
~1h 10m
Trenton
56.5 mi in
|
~1h 13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 39.9 mi | 46m |
| NJ 21 | 11.2 mi | 16m |
| US 1 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Robbinsville Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Central Jersey Expressway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| NJ 81 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| NJ 156 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Church Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 39.9 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Passaic, NJ and Groveville, 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
40 mi
·
46 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
1.2 mi
·
3 min
Exit 7A
Toward I 195: Trenton, Shore Points
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 195 West: Hamilton, Trenton
15
Merge onto I 195
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Jersey Expressway
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 5A
Toward US 130 South: Bordentown
Use the right lane.
17
Merge onto US 130
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Robbinsville Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward Yardville, Allentown
19
Continue on NJ 156
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 156
20
Turn left onto CR 609
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Church Street
21
At end of road, turn left onto Main Street
63 ft
·
1 sec
·
Main Street
22
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.9 mi from Passaic, NJ · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.9 miles from Passaic, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Groveville, NJ
The final approach into Groveville, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.26 one way
$20.52 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.24 | $22.48 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.00 | $24.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.67 | $27.33 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.59
New Jersey Turnpike
(39.9 mi)
$5.59
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$6
Total
$16
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.42 | $2.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.67 | $3.96 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Groveville, NJ
Night in Groveville on Friday
Local time
9:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
11 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
1h 24m 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 Groveville, NJ covers 61.9 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 21, US 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.9 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 $10.26 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.9 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.
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 55.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Passaic, NJ and Groveville, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Trenton, Shore Points and Trenton.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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