Origin
Paterson, NJ
Late night in Paterson on Friday
Local time
1:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Paterson, NJ to Weston, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
46.4 mi
75 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 58m
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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Weston, NJ
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Trip Overview
This 46.4-mile drive from Paterson to Weston, NJ, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about an hour. With a projected fuel cost of around $8, it's an economical option for a day trip within the Northeast region. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it efficient for getting from point A to point B. Given its short distance and duration, there's no need to split this into an overnight stay; you can pack it with other activities. It's a practical choice for anyone looking to travel between these two New Jersey locations without a significant time commitment.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 46.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience on this trip, with 78% of the drive taking place on major roads like I-287, US 46, and US 22. You'll encounter one significant uninterrupted stretch of 22.5 miles on I-287, allowing for consistent speed. While the bulk of the journey is on these main arteries, be prepared for potential traffic as you navigate these busy corridors. The road character remains largely consistent, emphasizing efficient travel over scenic detours.
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.
I 287 is the longest continuous segment at about 22.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 287 and US 46. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Ellison Street.
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 46.4 miles you will encounter 18 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: near the start (Ellison Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Van Houten Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (CR 509 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Ellison Street
Turn right onto Ellison Street
Navigation decision point
7
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Van Houten Street
Turn left onto Van Houten Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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CR 509 / Main Street
Turn right onto CR 509 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
14.7 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 287 South: Morristown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 43A
Toward I 287 South: Morristown
8
39.1 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Somerville, Flemington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 17
Toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Somerville,...
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 Weston, NJ, road signs point toward Del Water Gap, Mahwah and Flemington.
Del Water Gap
12.3 mi in
|
~16m
Mahwah
12.6 mi in
|
~17m
|
via I 80W
Flemington
39.1 mi in
|
~49m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 287 | 22.5 mi | 27m |
| US 46 | 8.2 mi | 9m |
| US 22 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Interstate 80 West | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Union Boulevard | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Finderne Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Union Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 287
— 22.5 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paterson, NJ and Weston, NJ.
1
Start on Colt Street
216 ft
·
17 sec
·
Colt Street
2
Turn right onto Ellison Street
290 ft
·
13 sec
·
Ellison Street
3
Turn left onto Church Street
339 ft
·
20 sec
·
Church Street
4
Turn left onto Van Houten Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Van Houten Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Turn right onto CR 509
287 ft
·
8 sec
·
Main Street
Use the right lane.
6
Turn slight left onto CR 509
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway
7
Turn left onto CR 646
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Union Avenue
8
Continue on CR 646
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Union Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto US 46
8.2 mi
·
9 min
·
US 46
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 80 West: Dover, Del Water Gap
12
Continue on I 80W
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Interstate 80 West
Toward I 287: Morristown, Mahwah
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
1.9 mi
·
2 min
Exit 43A
Toward I 287 South: Morristown
14
Merge onto I 287
20 mi
·
24 min
·
I 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 287
16
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 17
Toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Somerville, Flemington
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
17
Merge onto US 202; US 206
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 202; US 206
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Toward US 22 East: New York
19
Merge onto US 22
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
US 22
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
20
Turn slight right onto CR 633
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Finderne Avenue
Use the right lane.
21
Continue on CR 533
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
22
Turn right onto Kennedy Boulevard
204 ft
·
5 sec
·
Kennedy Boulevard
23
Arrive at destination
Kennedy Boulevard
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.2 mi from Paterson, NJ · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.2 miles from Paterson, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Weston, NJ
The final approach into Weston, 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
$7.69 one way
$15.39 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.43 | $16.85 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.00 | $18.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.24 | $20.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.06 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Weston, NJ
Late night in Weston on Friday
Local time
1:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°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
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 1m 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 Weston, NJ covers 46.4 miles and takes about 1h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 287, US 46, US 22. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.2 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 $7.69 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 46.4 miles you will encounter 18 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: near the start (Ellison Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Van Houten Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (CR 509 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Paterson, NJ and Weston, NJ, road signs point toward Del Water Gap, Mahwah and Flemington.
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