Trip from Passaic, NJ to Springfield, NJ

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are NJ 21, Springfield Avenue, University Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 8.8 miles from Passaic, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.92 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from Passaic, NJ to Springfield, NJ?

The route from Passaic, NJ to Springfield, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Q: Are there national parks near the route from Passaic, NJ to Springfield, NJ?

Yes. Nearby national parks include Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park and Morristown National Historical Park. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

28m

Distance

17.6 mi

28 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 8 min

4 AM

0h 26m ★

6 AM

0h 29m

8 AM

0h 34m

10 AM

0h 30m

12 PM

0h 30m

3 PM

0h 31m

5 PM

0h 33m

8 PM

0h 27m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Passaic, NJ to Springfield, NJ covers 17.6 miles and takes about 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on NJ 21, Springfield Avenue, University Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.8 miles on NJ 21. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.92 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 28m. Total distance: 17.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

28m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (44%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

The drive from Passaic, NJ to Springfield, NJ covers 17.6 miles and takes about 28m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 14 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 7.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 17.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (NJ 21): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles (Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These 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

8.6 mi into trip | ~10m in | Broad Street

Turn left onto Broad Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

4

8.8 mi into trip | ~10m in | University Avenue

Keep slight right at fork onto University Avenue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

6

9.6 mi into trip | ~12m in | Market Street

Turn right onto Market Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
NJ 21	7.8 mi	8m
Springfield Avenue	7.2 mi	14m
University Avenue	0.8 mi	1m
Mountain Avenue	0.5 mi	1m
Paulison Avenue	0.4 mi	<1m
Morris Avenue	0.2 mi	<1m
Broad Street	0.1 mi	<1m
Clay Street	0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: NJ 21 — 7.8 mi, about 8m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Passaic, NJ and Springfield, 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

7.8 mi · 8 min · NJ 21

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

6

Turn right onto CR 506 Spur

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Clay Street

7

Turn left onto Broad Street

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Broad Street

Use the left lane.

8

Keep slight right at fork onto University Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · University Avenue

9

Turn right onto Market Street

135 ft · 3 sec · Market Street

Use the right lane.

10

Turn left onto CR 510; CR 603

6.4 mi · 12 min · Springfield Avenue

Use the straight lane.

11

Continue on NJ 124

0.8 mi · 1 min · Springfield Avenue

12

Turn right onto NJ 124

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Morris Avenue

13

Turn left onto CR 635

0.5 mi · 1 min · Mountain Avenue

14

Arrive at destination

CR 635

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$2.92 one way

$5.84 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 6 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$3.20	$6.39
premium	$4.93	$3.41	$6.83
diesel	$5.61	$3.89	$7.77

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$3

Estimated CO2 emission: 6.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	5.3	$1.85	$0.84
Efficient EV	4.4	$1.54	$0.70
EV Truck/SUV	7	$2.46	$1.13

Gas CO2

6 kg

EV CO2

2 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Passaic, NJ

Night in Passaic on Thursday

Local time

10:13 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Springfield, NJ

Night in Springfield on Thursday

Local time

10:13 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

28m 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 Springfield, NJ covers 17.6 miles and takes about 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.