Origin
Pennsville, NJ
Night in Pennsville on Sunday
Local time
9:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pennsville, NJ to Union City, NJ
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
117.4 mi
189 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 14m
★
6 AM
2h 24m
8 AM
2h 43m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 42m
8 PM
2h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pennsville, NJ
James Kampeis
Union City, NJ
Dajana Blakcori
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Pennsville to Union City, you are looking at a straightforward 117.4-mile journey across the state of New Jersey. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 23 minutes behind the wheel, making this a very manageable single-day trip that rarely requires an overnight stop. Your route relies heavily on the New Jersey Turnpike, keeping the navigation simple and efficient. With an estimated fuel cost of approximately $19, it is an economical way to traverse the Northeast corridor. Because the drive is relatively short and focused on major arteries, it serves as a reliable connection between these two points in the state.
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
58.7 miles from Pennsville, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is defined by its efficiency, as 95% of your travel time will be spent on highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the New Jersey Turnpike, including a significant 105-mile uninterrupted stretch that allows for consistent cruising. The experience is primarily a highway-focused drive, trading scenic variety for speed and directness. As you transition from the Turnpike to the Eastern Spur and eventually navigate toward North Broadway, the pace shifts from open road to the more densely populated environment of Union City. Do not expect technical winding roads; instead, prepare for a steady, high-speed transit that gets you to your destination with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 105 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near NJ 49 / North Broadway.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 117.4 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 0.3 miles (NJ 49 / North Broadway): Lane positioning matters here; at 51.9 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 108.2 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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NJ 49 / North Broadway
Turn right onto NJ 49 / North Broadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
51.9 mi into trip
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~1h 1m in
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NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
108.2 mi into trip
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~2h 8m in
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NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
114.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m in
Take the exit toward NJ 495 East: Lincoln Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 16E
Toward NJ 495 East: Lincoln Tunnel
6
116 mi into trip
|
~2h 19m in
Take the exit toward Kennedy Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Kennedy Boulevard
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 105 mi | 2h 2m |
| New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| North Broadway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| John F. Kennedy Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| NJ 495 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Pittsfield Street | 0.2 mi | 1m |
| 30th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Old Pennsville-Auburn Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 105 mi, about 2h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pennsville, NJ and Union City, NJ.
1
Start on Fenwick Avenue
82 ft
·
6 sec
·
Fenwick Avenue
2
Turn right onto East Pittsfield Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Pittsfield Street
3
Turn right onto NJ 49
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
North Broadway
Use the none lane.
4
Take the exit
300 ft
·
8 sec
Toward US 40 East, NJTP: Hook Road, Atlantic City
5
Turn straight onto Old Pennsville-Auburn Road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Old Pennsville-Auburn Road
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward US 40 East: Atlantic City
7
Merge onto NJTP; US 40
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
9
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
this road
10
Merge onto NJTP
47 mi
·
53 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP
56 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 16E
Toward NJ 495 East: Lincoln Tunnel
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on NJ 495
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
NJ 495
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
263 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Kennedy Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
16
Continue on 30th Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
30th Street
17
Turn left onto CR 501
296 ft
·
16 sec
·
John F Kennedy Boulevard
18
Continue on CR 501
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Use the none lane.
19
Turn right onto 47th Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
47th Street
20
At end of road, turn right onto Bergenline Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Bergenline Avenue
21
Turn right onto 45th Street
64 ft
·
2 sec
·
45th Street
22
Arrive at destination
45th Street
Trip Plan
Because this route is entirely highway-based, your primary concern should be timing your departure to avoid peak traffic congestion on the Turnpike. Since the entire 117.4-mile trip is well within a comfortable driving range for a single day, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule best. While you won't necessarily need to plan for formal stops given the short duration, keep that $19 fuel budget in mind when planning your refueling intervals. Since you will be spending nearly the entire time on major turnpikes, ensure you have your electronic toll payment method ready for a seamless experience. Staying alert during that long 105-mile stretch on the Turnpike is the best way to ensure a safe and successful arrival in Union City.
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 58.7 miles from Pennsville, NJ, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.7 miles or 1h 9m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union City, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pennsville, 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 Pennsville, NJ
This is one driving day of about 117.4 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pennsville, 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 105 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.7 mi from Pennsville, NJ · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 58.7 miles from Pennsville, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New Jersey Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 105 miles.
Arriving in Union City, NJ
The final approach into Union City, 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 Union City, NJ.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.43 one way
$38.85 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $21.26 | $42.51 |
| premium | $4.92 | $22.75 | $45.50 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.08 | $52.16 |
Estimated Tolls: $15.57
New Jersey Turnpike
(111.2 mi)
$15.57
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
$19
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.2 | 0 | $12.33 | $5.64 |
| Efficient EV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.27 | $4.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47 | 0 | $16.44 | $7.51 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Union City, NJ
Night in Union City on Sunday
Local time
9:40 PM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 23m 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 Pennsville, NJ to Union City, NJ covers 117.4 miles and takes about 2h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur, North Broadway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.7 miles from Pennsville, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.43 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 15 significant decision points across 117.4 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 0.3 miles (NJ 49 / North Broadway): Lane positioning matters here; at 51.9 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 108.2 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Pennsville, NJ to Union City, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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