Origin
Paterson, NJ
Night in Paterson on Tuesday
Local time
11:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Paterson, NJ to Lumberton, NJ
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 47m
Distance
83.1 mi
134 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 40m
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6 AM
1h 48m
8 AM
2h 4m
10 AM
1h 53m
12 PM
1h 52m
3 PM
1h 54m
5 PM
2h 3m
8 PM
1h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Paterson, NJ
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Lumberton, NJ
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Trip Overview
This 83.1-mile journey from Paterson, NJ, to Lumberton, NJ, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 47 minutes. The route is heavily highway-focused, with 90% of the drive utilizing major roadways like the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway. With an estimated fuel cost of $14, this trip offers an efficient way to travel within New Jersey. It's a straightforward drive through the Northeast region, making it ideal for a quick transit or a day trip without the need for an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
41.6 miles from Paterson, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 83.1-mile drive, as 90% of the route consists of major highways. You'll encounter the New Jersey Turnpike and the Garden State Parkway, offering a consistent, high-speed travel environment. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 46.4 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike, providing a significant period of steady driving. While largely highway, the Mount Holly Bypass introduces a slightly different, though still efficient, road character as you approach your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 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 46.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Memorial Drive.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 83.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Memorial Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.4 miles (Exit 129): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Memorial Drive
Turn right onto Memorial Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
29.4 mi into trip
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~41m in
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Exit 129
Take the exit onto Exit 129 toward I 95, NJTP, US 9, NJ 440, I 287: New York City, Philadelphia, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy
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 129
Toward I 95, NJTP, US 9, NJ 440, I 287: New Yor...
8
29.8 mi into trip
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~42m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Philadelphia
9
30.4 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Keep slight left 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 lane.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
8
77.4 mi into trip
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~1h 38m in
Take the exit toward Burlington, Mount Holly
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 5
Toward Burlington, Mount Holly
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Paterson, NJ and Lumberton, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp, Philadelphia, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy, Njtp: New York City and Njtp South: Trenton - among others.
Njtp
29.4 mi in
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~41m
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via Exit 129
Philadelphia
29.4 mi in
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~41m
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via Exit 129
Woodbridge
29.4 mi in
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~41m
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via Exit 129
Perth Amboy
29.4 mi in
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~41m
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via Exit 129
Njtp: New York City
29.8 mi in
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~42m
Njtp South: Trenton
30.4 mi in
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~43m
Njtp South: Camden
70.1 mi in
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~1h 30m
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via NJTP
Wilmington
70.1 mi in
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~1h 30m
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via NJTP
Burlington
77.4 mi in
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~1h 38m
Mount Holly
77.4 mi in
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~1h 38m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 46.4 mi | 53m |
| Garden State Parkway | 23.8 mi | 33m |
| Mount Holly Bypass | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Garden State Parkway Southbound | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| NJ 19 | 2 mi | 2m |
| Burlington-Mount Holly Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Exit 129 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 46.4 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paterson, NJ and Lumberton, NJ.
1
Start on Colt Street
216 ft
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17 sec
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Colt Street
2
Turn right onto Ellison Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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Ellison Street
3
Turn right onto Memorial Drive
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Memorial Drive
Use the right lane.
4
Turn right
267 ft
·
9 sec
5
Turn straight onto Ward Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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Ward Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on NJ 19
0.2 mi
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17 sec
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Oliver Street
7
Turn slight left onto NJ 19
2.0 mi
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2 min
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NJ 19
Use the slight left lane.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward GSP South
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto GSP
24 mi
·
33 min
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Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Continue on Garden State Parkway
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Garden State Parkway Southbound
11
Take the exit onto Exit 129
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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Exit 129
Exit 129
Toward I 95, NJTP, US 9, NJ 440, I 287: New York City, Philadelphia, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Philadelphia
Use the slight left lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Use the slight left lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Use the slight left lane.
16
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
39 mi
·
45 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
18
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 5
Toward Burlington, Mount Holly
Use the right lane.
19
Continue on NJ Turnpike Exit 5
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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NJ Turnpike Exit 5
20
Turn right onto CR 541
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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Burlington-Mount Holly Road
Use the straight lane.
21
Turn right onto CR 541
2.8 mi
·
4 min
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Mount Holly Bypass
Use the right lane.
22
Turn right onto CR 541
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
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Main Street
23
Arrive at destination
CR 541
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under two hours, this route offers flexibility. Leaving early in the morning can help you avoid peak traffic, especially on the New Jersey Turnpike. Since it's a single-day trip, you won't need to plan for overnight stays. Consider fueling up before you depart Paterson, as the longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 46.4 miles. While there are no designated stops mentioned, keep an eye out for service areas along the turnpike and parkway if you need a break.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41.6 miles from Paterson, NJ, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.6 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lumberton, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Paterson, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Paterson, NJ
This is one driving day of about 83.1 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Paterson, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on New Jersey Turnpike for about 46.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.6 mi from Paterson, NJ · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.6 miles from Paterson, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lumberton, NJ
The final approach into Lumberton, NJ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lumberton, NJ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.78 one way
$27.55 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $15.09 | $30.18 |
| premium | $4.93 | $16.12 | $32.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.35 | $36.69 |
Estimated Tolls: $8.07
New Jersey Turnpike
(46.4 mi)
$6.49
Garden State Parkway
(26.1 mi)
$1.57
Nj Turnpike
(0.1 mi)
$0.01
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.73 | $3.99 |
| Efficient EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.27 | $3.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.2 | 0 | $11.63 | $5.32 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Lumberton, NJ
Night in Lumberton on Tuesday
Local time
11:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
2 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 47m 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 Paterson, NJ to Lumberton, NJ covers 83.1 miles and takes about 1h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, Garden State Parkway, Mount Holly Bypass. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.6 miles from Paterson, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.78 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 demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 83.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Memorial Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.4 miles (Exit 129): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Paterson, NJ and Lumberton, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp, Philadelphia, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy, Njtp: New York City and Njtp South: Trenton - among others.
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