Trip from Paterson, NJ to Wenonah, NJ

Drive Time

2h 17m

Distance

105.1 mi

169 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
2h 8m ★
6 AM
2h 18m
8 AM
2h 37m
10 AM
2h 24m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 25m
5 PM
2h 36m
8 PM
2h 12m

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

Downtown Paterson, NJ, NJ

Paterson, NJ

Ren Aukeman

Downtown Wenonah, NJ, NJ

Wenonah, NJ

Malcolm Garret

Trip Overview

Traveling the 105.1 miles from Paterson to Wenonah is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 17 minutes. Because this is a single-day trip, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing an overnight stay. Your travel budget should account for approximately $17 in fuel costs to cover the distance. The route keeps you entirely within New Jersey, transitioning from the busy Northeast region toward your destination. It is a highly practical drive if you value efficiency and a direct path between these two points.

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

52.5 miles from Paterson, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience, as 89% of this 105.1-mile trek is spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating the New Jersey Turnpike, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 64.4 miles. The remainder of the drive utilizes the Garden State Parkway and Veterans Memorial Highway to reach your goal. It is a functional, high-speed route designed for getting from point A to point B rather than for leisurely backroad cruising. You should prepare for a consistent, steady pace behind the wheel as you traverse these major state arteries.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ellison Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

179 ft 42 ft

Total Climb

399 ft

Total Descent

405 ft

Highest Point

179 ft

~4.4 mi in

Elevation Range

137 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Paterson, NJ to Wenonah, NJ is easy. At 2h 17m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Paterson, NJ to Wenonah, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Ellison Street Unavailable Refreshing
Memorial Drive Unavailable Refreshing
Ward Street Unavailable Refreshing
Oliver Street Unavailable Refreshing
GSP South Unavailable Refreshing
Garden State Parkway Unavailable Refreshing
Garden State Parkway Southbound Unavailable Refreshing
I 95 Unavailable Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: Ellison Street — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Paterson, NJ and Wenonah, NJ.

1

Start on Colt Street

217 ft · 18 sec · Colt Street
2

Turn right onto Ellison Street

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Ellison Street
3

Turn right onto Memorial Drive

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Memorial Drive
4

Turn right

266 ft · 10 sec
5

Turn straight onto Ward Street

0.3 mi · 34 sec · Ward Street
6

Continue on Oliver Street

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Oliver Street
7

Turn slight left

2.0 mi · 2 min
8

Take the exit slight left toward GSP South

0.5 mi · 1 min · GSP South
9

Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway

24 mi · 33 min · Garden State Parkway
10

Continue on Garden State Parkway Southbound

2.3 mi · 3 min · Garden State Parkway Southbound
11

Take the exit slight right toward I 95, NJTP, US 9, NJ 440, I 287: New York City, Philadelphia, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy

0.3 mi · 43 sec · I 95, NJTP, US 9, NJ 440, I 287: New York City, Philadelphia, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy
12

Keep slight left to continue on I 95, NJTP: New York City, Philadelphia

0.5 mi · 58 sec · I 95, NJTP: New York City, Philadelphia
13

Keep slight left

0.2 mi · 24 sec
14

Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton

0.2 mi · 24 sec · I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
15

Keep slight left

0.4 mi · 56 sec
16

Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike

39 mi · 45 min · New Jersey Turnpike
17

Keep slight left to continue on New Jersey Turnpike

25 mi · 29 min · New Jersey Turnpike
18

Take the exit slight right toward NJ 168: Camden, Atlantic City Expressway

0.4 mi · 41 sec · NJ 168: Camden, Atlantic City Expressway
19

Keep slight right to continue on NJ 168 North: Camden, Philadelphia

0.2 mi · 24 sec · NJ 168 North: Camden, Philadelphia
20

Turn straight onto Black Horse Pike

0.3 mi · 45 sec · Black Horse Pike
21

Turn left onto West Browning Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · West Browning Road
22

Turn slight left onto Creek Road

0.8 mi · 2 min · Creek Road
23

Turn left onto Harding Avenue

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Harding Avenue
24

Take the ramp left

0.1 mi · 15 sec
25

Merge slight left onto North-South Freeway

0.9 mi · 1 min · North-South Freeway
26

Keep slight right to continue on Veterans Memorial Highway

3.9 mi · 4 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
27

Take the exit slight right toward NJ 47 North: Woodbury, Westville

0.3 mi · 33 sec · NJ 47 North: Woodbury, Westville
28

Turn straight onto Delsea Drive

381 ft · 14 sec · Delsea Drive
29

Turn left onto Bankbridge Road

1.5 mi · 3 min · Bankbridge Road
30

At the end of the road, turn right onto Woodbury-Glassboro Road

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Woodbury-Glassboro Road
31

Turn left onto East Mantua Avenue

0.4 mi · 54 sec · East Mantua Avenue
32

Turn right onto North Clinton Avenue

0.2 mi · 53 sec · North Clinton Avenue
33

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively quick 2-hour and 17-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, keeping an eye on traffic patterns along the New Jersey Turnpike is wise, as this corridor can be busy during peak commuting hours. Because there are zero required stops built into this itinerary, you can make the trip in one efficient push if you are well-rested. If you do need a break, utilize the various service areas located along the Turnpike to refuel or stretch your legs. Keeping your vehicle topped off before you leave Paterson will ensure you stay within your estimated $17 fuel budget for the duration of the trip.

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 52.5 miles from Paterson, NJ, or about 1h 8m into the drive.

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 44m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 52.5 miles or 1h 8m 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 52m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wenonah, 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 105.1 miles and 2h 17m.

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.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 52.5 mi from Paterson, NJ · 1h 8m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

53 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 52.5 miles from Paterson, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Wenonah, NJ

The final approach into Wenonah, 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 Wenonah, 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

$17.39 one way

$34.78 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 37 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.60 $19.03 $38.06
premium $4.92 $20.37 $40.73
diesel $5.64 $23.35 $46.70

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 36.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 31.5 0 $11.04 $5.04
Efficient EV 26.3 0 $9.20 $4.20
EV Truck/SUV 42 0 $14.71 $6.73

Gas CO2

37 kg

EV CO2

12 kg (68% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Paterson, NJ

Late night in Paterson on Monday

Local time

4:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Wenonah, NJ

Late night in Wenonah on Monday

Local time

4:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

59°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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 17m 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 Wenonah, NJ covers 105.1 miles and takes about 2h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ellison Street, Memorial Drive, Ward Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.5 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 $17.39 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.
The drive from Paterson, NJ to Wenonah, NJ is easy. At 2h 17m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Paterson, NJ to Wenonah, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Paterson, NJ to Wenonah, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 42 ft to 179 ft elevation with about 399 ft of total climbing.

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