Origin
Union City, NJ
Night in Union City on Thursday
Local time
9:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Union City, NJ to Florence, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
69.3 mi
112 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Union City, NJ
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Florence, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Trip Overview
This 69.3-mile drive from Union City, NJ to Florence, NJ is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 27 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 93% of the journey on major roads like the New Jersey Turnpike and I-95. You can expect a fuel cost of around $11 for this trip, making it an economical option. Given its short duration and highway nature, it's perfect for a quick transit between these two Northeast locations without needing an overnight stay.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 69.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 93% of your travel occurring on major interstates. The vast majority of this drive, a continuous stretch of 60.6 miles, will be on the New Jersey Turnpike. This means you'll likely encounter consistent speeds and limited opportunities for spontaneous roadside exploration. The character of the drive remains largely consistent, emphasizing efficient travel over scenic detours, making it a straightforward journey for those prioritizing arrival time.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 60.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.3 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 0.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward NJ 495 West, NJTP West
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 495 West, NJTP West
7
8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike toward I 95 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South
9
63 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95 toward I 95 South: Pennsylvania Turnpike, Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 6
Toward I 95 South: Pennsylvania Turnpike, Phila...
7
66.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward US 130: Florence, Burlington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 130: Florence, Burlington
8
66.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 130 North: Florence, Bordentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 130 North: Florence, Bordentown
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Union City, NJ to Florence, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Philadelphia along the way.
Philadelphia
63 mi in
|
~1h 17m
|
via I 95
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 60.6 mi | 1h 12m |
| I 95 | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| Delaware Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| NJ 495 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Front Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| John F. Kennedy Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Burlington Pike | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Broad Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 60.6 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Union City, NJ and Florence, NJ.
1
Start on 45th Street
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
45th Street
2
Turn left onto CR 501
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
3
Turn slight left
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward NJ 495 West, NJTP West
5
Continue on this road
374 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
Toward NJ 495 West
6
Merge onto NJ 495
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 495
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Newark
8
Merge onto I 95
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP
55 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Toward I 95 South
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
I 95
Exit 6
Toward I 95 South: Pennsylvania Turnpike, Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward US 130: Florence, Burlington
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Toward US 130 North: Florence, Bordentown
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto US 130
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Burlington Pike
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
15
Turn straight onto CR 656
229 ft
·
6 sec
·
Florence-Columbus Road
16
Continue on CR 656
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Delaware Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on CR 656
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Front Street
18
Turn left onto Broad Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Broad Street
19
Arrive at destination
Broad Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.7 mi from Union City, NJ · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.7 miles from Union City, 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 60.6 miles.
Arriving in Florence, NJ
The final approach into Florence, 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
$11.49 one way
$22.98 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.58 | $25.17 |
| premium | $4.93 | $13.44 | $26.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.30 | $30.60 |
Estimated Tolls: $8.49
New Jersey Turnpike
(60.6 mi)
$8.49
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$8
Total
$20
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.28 | $3.33 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.70 | $4.44 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Florence, NJ
Night in Florence on Thursday
Local time
9:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°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
25 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 27m 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 Union City, NJ to Florence, NJ covers 69.3 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, I 95, Delaware Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.7 miles from Union City, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.49 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 69.3 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 0.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Union City, NJ to Florence, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Philadelphia along the way.
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