Origin
Union City, NJ
Afternoon in Union City on Saturday
Local time
2:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Union City, NJ to Penns Grove, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 22m
Distance
115.8 mi
186 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 13m
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6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 42m
10 AM
2h 29m
12 PM
2h 27m
3 PM
2h 30m
5 PM
2h 41m
8 PM
2h 17m
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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Penns Grove, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Union City, NJ to Penns Grove, NJ covers 115.8 miles and takes about 2h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on John F, NJ 495 West, I 95 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.20 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57.9 miles from Union City, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| John F | — | — |
| NJ 495 West | — | — |
| I 95 South | — | — |
| New Jersey Turnpike | — | — |
| NJ 73 | — | — |
| NJ 73 North | — | — |
| I 295 South | — | — |
| NJ 48 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
John F
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Union City, NJ and Penns Grove, NJ.
1
Start on 45th Street
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
45th Street
2
Turn left onto John F. Kennedy Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
3
Turn slight left
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
4
Take the ramp slight right toward NJ 495 West, NJTP West
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
NJ 495 West, NJTP West
5
Continue on NJ 495 West
374 ft
·
11 sec
·
NJ 495 West
6
Merge slight left
0.7 mi
·
1 min
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South: Newark
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 South: Newark
8
Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
9
Keep slight left to continue on New Jersey Turnpike
55 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
10
Keep slight left to continue on New Jersey Turnpike
17 mi
·
19 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
11
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 73: Mount Laurel, Camden
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
NJ 73: Mount Laurel, Camden
12
Keep slight right to continue on NJ 73 North: Camden
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
NJ 73 North: Camden
13
Merge slight left
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
14
Take the exit right toward I 295 South: Delaware Memorial Bridge
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 295 South: Delaware Memorial Bridge
15
Merge slight left
23 mi
·
27 min
16
Keep slight left
9.6 mi
·
11 min
17
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 48: Woodstown, Penns Grove
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
NJ 48: Woodstown, Penns Grove
18
Turn right onto Harding Highway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Harding Highway
19
Continue on East Main Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
East Main Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 57.9 miles from Union City, NJ, or about 1h 11m 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 25 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.9 miles or 1h 11m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Penns Grove, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Union City, 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 Union City, NJ
This is one driving day of about 115.8 miles and 2h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Union City, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.9 miles from Union City, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.20 one way
$38.40 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $21.03 | $42.05 |
| premium | $4.93 | $22.46 | $44.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.57 | $51.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.16 | $5.56 |
| Efficient EV | 29 | 0 | $10.13 | $4.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.3 | 0 | $16.21 | $7.41 |
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
Penns Grove, NJ
Afternoon in Penns Grove on Saturday
Local time
2:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Bristol, PA
58 mi in
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 22m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
115.8 mi in 2h 22m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: John F.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Union City, NJ to Penns Grove, NJ is easy. At 2h 22m 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 Union City, NJ to Penns Grove, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 22m. Total distance: 115.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Union City, NJ to Penns Grove, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Penns Grove, NJ before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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