Origin
Union, NJ
Late night in Union on Thursday
Local time
12:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Union, NJ to Allendale, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
43m
Distance
27.2 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Union, NJ
Arjun Gheewala
Allendale, NJ
Tashaud Bullock
Trip Overview
The drive from Union, NJ to Allendale, NJ covers 27.2 miles and takes about 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Vauxhall Road, GSP Toll North, Garden State Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.51 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
13.6 miles from Union, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 43m drive with frequent turns across 27.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vauxhall Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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 Union, NJ to Allendale, NJ is easy. At 43m 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, NJ to Allendale, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall Road | — | — |
| GSP Toll North | — | — |
| Garden State Parkway | — | — |
| NJ 19 | — | — |
| I 80 West | — | — |
| Grand Street | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| River Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Vauxhall Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Union, NJ and Allendale, NJ.
1
Start on Harding Avenue
243 ft
·
18 sec
·
Harding Avenue
2
Turn left onto Vauxhall Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Vauxhall Road
3
Turn slight left onto GSP Toll North
105 ft
·
8 sec
·
GSP Toll North
4
Take the ramp left toward GSP Toll North
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
GSP Toll North
5
Continue straight
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
6
Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
14 mi
·
18 min
·
Garden State Parkway
7
Take the exit slight left toward NJ 19: Paterson
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 19: Paterson
8
Merge slight left
1.7 mi
·
1 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West: Grand Street, Del Water Gap
315 ft
·
8 sec
·
I 80 West: Grand Street, Del Water Gap
10
Keep slight right to continue on Grand Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Grand Street
11
Turn right onto Grand Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Grand Street
12
Turn left onto Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
13
Turn right onto River Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
River Street
14
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
15
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
East Main Street
16
Continue on Goffle Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Goffle Road
17
Continue on Goffle Road
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Goffle Road
18
At the end of the road, turn left onto Godwin Avenue
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Godwin Avenue
19
Turn slight right onto Prospect Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Prospect Street
20
Continue on Crescent Avenue
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Crescent Avenue
21
Turn right onto Ivers Road
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
Ivers Road
22
At the end of the road, turn left onto Franklin Turnpike
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Franklin Turnpike
23
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 13.6 miles from Union, NJ, or about 21m 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 27 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.6 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Allendale, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Union, NJ.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Union, NJ
This is one driving day of about 27.2 miles and 43m.
At 27.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.6 mi from Union, NJ · 21m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.6 miles from Union, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Allendale, NJ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Allendale, NJ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.51 one way
$9.02 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.94 | $9.88 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.28 | $10.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.01 | $12.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.38 | $1.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Allendale, NJ
Late night in Allendale on Thursday
Local time
12:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°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
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
43m 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, NJ to Allendale, NJ covers 27.2 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vauxhall Road, GSP Toll North, Garden State Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.6 miles from Union, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.51 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 Union, NJ to Allendale, NJ is easy. At 43m 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 Union, NJ to Allendale, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Union, NJ to Allendale, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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