Origin
Passaic, NJ
Evening in Passaic on Friday
Local time
7:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Passaic, NJ to Sewaren, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
42m
Distance
25.9 mi
42 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
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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Sewaren, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Trip Overview
The drive from Passaic, NJ to Sewaren, NJ covers 25.9 miles and takes about 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NJ 21, US 1, Amboy Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11.2 miles on NJ 21. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.29 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 42m. Total distance: 25.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
42m 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.
Drive Character
This is a 42m highway drive covering 25.9 miles, with most of the trip on NJ 21 and US 1. The longest continuous stretch is about 11.2 miles on NJ 21.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 21 is the longest continuous segment at about 11.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 21 and US 1. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 25.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 42m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (NJ 21): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward NJ 21 South
Navigation decision point
Toward NJ 21 South
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
NJ 21
Merge onto NJ 21
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
22.9 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward NJ 35: Rahway, The Amboys
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 35: Rahway, The Amboys
5
24.5 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
CR 514 / Main Street
Turn left onto CR 514 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
24.9 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
CR 652 / Berry Street
At end of road, turn right onto CR 652 / Berry Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Passaic, NJ to Sewaren, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward The Amboys along the way.
The Amboys
22.9 mi in
|
~35m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 21 | 11.2 mi | 16m |
| US 1 | 10.8 mi | 17m |
| Amboy Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Woodbridge Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Saint Georges Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Paulison Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Carlton Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 21
— 11.2 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Passaic, NJ and Sewaren, 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
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on US Route 1/9 Southbound
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Carlton Street
9
Continue on US 1; US 9
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Continue on US 1; US 9
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
US 1; US 9
11
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward NJ 35: Rahway, The Amboys
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto NJ 35
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Georges Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on NJ 35
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Amboy Avenue
15
Turn left onto CR 514
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
16
At end of road, turn right onto CR 652
459 ft
·
13 sec
·
Berry Street
17
Turn left onto CR 652
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Woodbridge Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
Woodbridge Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.29 one way
$8.59 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.70 | $9.41 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.02 | $10.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.72 | $11.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
| Efficient EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.27 | $1.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Sewaren, NJ
Evening in Sewaren on Friday
Local time
7:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
9 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
42m 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 Sewaren, NJ covers 25.9 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 21, US 1, Amboy Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.9 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 $4.29 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 short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 25.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 42m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (NJ 21): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Passaic, NJ to Sewaren, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward The Amboys along the way.
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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