Origin
Ship Bottom, NJ
Evening in Ship Bottom on Sunday
Local time
8:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ship Bottom, NJ to Paterson, NJ
Drive Time
2h 11m
Distance
102.3 mi
165 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
4 AM
2h 2m
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6 AM
2h 12m
8 AM
2h 30m
10 AM
2h 18m
12 PM
2h 16m
3 PM
2h 19m
5 PM
2h 29m
8 PM
2h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Paterson, NJ
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Trip Overview
Traveling from the coast at Ship Bottom to the urban center of Paterson covers approximately 102.3 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 11 minutes. Because this journey is entirely within the Northeast region of New Jersey, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to budget roughly $17 for fuel, making this a budget-friendly transit across the state. The path relies heavily on the Garden State Parkway to bridge the gap between the Atlantic coast and the northern reaches of the state. It is a straightforward, functional route that prioritizes efficiency over sightseeing, ideal for those looking to reach their destination quickly.
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
51.2 miles from Ship Bottom, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with about 90% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will begin by crossing the Manahawkin Bay Bridge before settling into a long, consistent stretch of 90.9 miles on the Garden State Parkway. Because the vast majority of the route is interstate-style driving, you should be prepared for a steady, monotonous pace rather than technical winding roads. The experience shifts only toward the very end, as you transition off the Parkway and onto NJ 19 to reach Paterson. Expect a high-traffic environment that requires your full attention, especially as you move from the coastal areas toward the denser northern transit corridors.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Garden State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 90.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and Manahawkin Bay Bridge. 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 607 / Long Beach Boulevard.
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 102.3 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: near the start (CR 607 / Long Beach Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 607 / Long Beach Boulevard
Turn right onto CR 607 / Long Beach Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
7.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward GSP Toll North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward GSP Toll North
7
99.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
Take the exit toward NJ 19: Paterson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 155A
Toward NJ 19: Paterson
8
101.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Grand Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Grand Street
7
101.8 mi into trip
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~2h 10m in
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CR 638 / Grand Street
Turn right onto CR 638 / Grand Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
Between Ship Bottom, NJ and Paterson, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll North and Gsp North.
Gsp Toll North
7.4 mi in
|
~11m
Gsp North
7.7 mi in
|
~12m
|
via GSP Northbound entrance ramp
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 90.9 mi | 1h 53m |
| Manahawkin Bay Bridge | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| NJ 19 | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| Long Beach Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West 8th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| GSP Northbound entrance ramp | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Grand Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 90.9 mi, about 1h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ship Bottom, NJ and Paterson, NJ.
1
Start on East 19th Street
196 ft
·
10 sec
·
East 19th Street
2
Turn right onto CR 607
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Long Beach Boulevard
Use the none lane.
3
Take the ramp
423 ft
·
11 sec
Toward NJ 72 West: Manahawkin
4
Merge onto NJ 72
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
West 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Continue on NJ 72
154 ft
·
3 sec
·
West 8th Street
Toward Manahawkin
6
Continue on NJ 72
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Manahawkin Bay Bridge
Toward Manahawkin
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward GSP Toll North
Use the right lane.
8
Continue on GSP Northbound entrance ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
GSP Northbound entrance ramp
Toward GSP North
9
Merge onto GSP
39 mi
·
46 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
11
Continue on GSP
52 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 155A
Toward NJ 19: Paterson
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Merge onto NJ 19
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 19
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
313 ft
·
7 sec
Toward I 80 West: Grand Street, Del Water Gap
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
Toward Grand Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto CR 638
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Grand Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn left onto CR 509
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
18
Turn right onto CR 648
453 ft
·
15 sec
·
Market Street
19
Turn left onto Colt Street
42 ft
·
3 sec
·
Colt Street
20
Arrive at destination
Colt Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 102.3-mile transit, aim to depart outside of peak rush hours to avoid potential congestion on the Garden State Parkway. Since the entire trip is estimated at just over two hours, you likely won't need a formal halfway point, giving you the flexibility to drive straight through if traffic permits. Keep in mind that with 90.9 miles of uninterrupted highway, your fuel efficiency will be at its peak, so filling up in Ship Bottom before you leave should comfortably cover the $17 estimated cost. Pay close attention to the transition from the Parkway to NJ 19, as the shift from high-speed lanes to local highway exits can happen quickly. Having a clear navigation plan ready for the final miles into Paterson will help you navigate the urban road layout with ease.
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 51.2 miles from Ship Bottom, NJ, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.9 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 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.2 miles or 1h 4m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Paterson, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ship Bottom, 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 Ship Bottom, NJ
This is one driving day of about 102.3 miles and 2h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ship Bottom, 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 Garden State Parkway for about 90.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.2 mi from Ship Bottom, NJ · 1h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 51.2 miles from Ship Bottom, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Garden State Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.9 miles.
Arriving in Paterson, NJ
The final approach into Paterson, 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 Paterson, 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
$16.93 one way
$33.86 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $18.52 | $37.05 |
| premium | $4.92 | $19.82 | $39.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.73 | $45.46 |
Estimated Tolls: $12.45
Bay Bridge
$7.00
Garden State Parkway
(90.9 mi)
$5.45
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
$17
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.74 | $4.91 |
| Efficient EV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.95 | $4.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.9 | 0 | $14.32 | $6.55 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (67% 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
Paterson, NJ
Evening in Paterson on Sunday
Local time
8:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
10 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 11m 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 Ship Bottom, NJ to Paterson, NJ covers 102.3 miles and takes about 2h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, Manahawkin Bay Bridge, NJ 19. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.2 miles from Ship Bottom, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.93 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 102.3 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: near the start (CR 607 / Long Beach Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Ship Bottom, NJ and Paterson, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll North and Gsp North.
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