Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
59m
Distance
37.4 mi
60 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
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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Weston, NJ
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The drive from Passaic, NJ to Weston, NJ covers 37.4 miles and takes about 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 22, Garden State Parkway, Finderne Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.4 miles on US 22. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.20 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 37.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 59m highway drive covering 37.4 miles, with most of the trip on US 22 and Garden State Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 19.4 miles on US 22.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 22 and Garden State Parkway. 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 - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 37.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 618 / Paulison Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 4 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto CR 618 / Paulison Avenue
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward GSP Toll South
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Merge onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 22, NJ 82 East: Elizabeth, Somerville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Foothill Road, Finderne Avenue, Manville
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 Weston, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll South, Somerville and Manville.
Gsp Toll South
Somerville
Manville
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 22 | 19.4 mi | 29m |
| Garden State Parkway | 10.3 mi | 14m |
| Finderne Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Bloomfield Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Broadway | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Passaic Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Passaic Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Passaic, NJ and Weston, NJ.
Start on Passaic Avenue
Turn right onto CR 618
Turn left onto CR 622
Continue on CR 622
Continue on CR 622
Continue on CR 622
Enter roundabout onto CR 622
Continue on CR 622
Continue on CR 622
Turn right onto CR 622
Continue on CR 652
Turn right onto CR 655
Take the ramp
Merge onto GSP
Take the exit
Merge onto US 22
Take the exit
Turn slight right
Turn slight right onto Foothill Road
Turn right onto CR 633
Continue on CR 533
Turn right onto Kennedy Boulevard
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.7 mi from Passaic, NJ · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.7 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 Weston, 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
$6.20 one way
$12.40 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.79 | $13.58 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.25 | $14.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.26 | $16.51 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.62
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$1
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.93 | $1.80 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.27 | $1.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.39 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Evening in Passaic on Thursday
Local time
6:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Evening in Weston on Thursday
Local time
6:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
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.
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