Origin
West New York, NJ
Evening in West New York on Sunday
Local time
8:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West New York, NJ to Bloomfield, NJ
Drive Time
22m
Distance
13.2 mi
21 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
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6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West New York, NJ
Dajana Blakcori
Bloomfield, NJ
Alexa V. Mato
Trip Overview
If you are planning a short transit between West New York and Bloomfield, you are looking at a quick 13.2-mile journey that typically takes about 22 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is simple enough to complete without any overnight stops. You will primarily navigate via NJ 3, East Passaic Avenue, and John F. Kennedy Boulevard. With a fuel cost estimate of just $2, this is a highly economical route for your Northeast travels. Because both the origin and destination are located within New Jersey, you can expect a familiar regional feel throughout the entire drive.
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
6.6 miles from West New York, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, balancing local navigation with faster transit. You will spend roughly 58% of your time on highways, providing a blend of speed and surface street interaction. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 7.5 miles you will spend on NJ 3, which serves as the backbone of your commute. As you transition from the initial segments onto local roads, the pace shifts from a highway-focused flow to a more measured approach. Expect a straightforward experience behind the wheel that avoids the monotony of long-haul interstate driving.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 3 is the longest continuous segment at about 7.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near CR 501 / John F. Kennedy Boulevard.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 13.2 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 0.7 miles (CR 501 / John F. Kennedy Boulevard): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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CR 501 / John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Turn sharp left onto CR 501 / John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
2.1 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit toward NJ 3 West: Secaucus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 3 West: Secaucus
8
2.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 3 West: Clifton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 3 West: Clifton
7
10 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward Bloomfield Avenue, Bloomfield, Passaic, Clifton
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 Bloomfield Avenue, Bloomfield, Passaic,...
8
10.1 mi into trip
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~15m in
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CR 622 / Bloomfield Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto CR 622 / Bloomfield Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between West New York, NJ and Bloomfield, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp West, Passaic and Clifton.
Njtp West
1.7 mi in
|
~4m
Passaic
10 mi in
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~15m
Clifton
10 mi in
|
~15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 3 | 7.5 mi | 9m |
| East Passaic Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| John F. Kennedy Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Passaic Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Bergenline Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Bloomfield Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| NJ 495 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Ridge Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 3
— 7.5 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West New York, NJ and Bloomfield, NJ.
1
Start on 60th Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
60th Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto Bergenline Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bergenline Avenue
3
Turn right onto 51st Street
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
·
51st Street
4
Turn sharp left onto CR 501
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5
Turn slight left
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward NJ 495 West, NJTP West
7
Continue on this road
374 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
Toward NJ 495 West
8
Merge onto NJ 495
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
NJ 495
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
Toward NJ 3 West: Secaucus
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
453 ft
·
7 sec
Toward NJ 3 West: Clifton
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto NJ 3
7.5 mi
·
9 min
·
NJ 3
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Bloomfield Avenue, Bloomfield, Passaic, Clifton
Use the slight right lane.
13
At end of road, turn left onto CR 622
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Bloomfield Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on CR 622
411 ft
·
9 sec
·
Darling Avenue
15
Turn right onto CR 622
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Passaic Avenue
16
Continue on CR 652
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
East Passaic Avenue
17
Continue on CR 652
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
John F. Kennedy Drive
18
Turn left onto CR 651
343 ft
·
15 sec
·
Hoover Avenue
Use the left lane.
19
Turn slight right onto Valentine Road
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Valentine Road
20
Turn right onto Ridge Avenue
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Ridge Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
Ridge Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 22-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You will not need to plan for any stops along the way, as the 13.2-mile distance is easily managed in one go. Keep in mind that traffic patterns on NJ 3 can fluctuate, so checking your navigation app before you pull out is a smart move. Because the route is so efficient, you can easily incorporate this drive into a larger daily schedule without needing extensive rest breaks. Prioritize maintaining a steady pace during the 7.5-mile highway stretch to ensure you reach Bloomfield efficiently.
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 6.6 miles from West New York, NJ, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.5 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 13.2 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.6 miles or 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bloomfield, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West New York, 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 West New York, NJ
This is one driving day of about 13.2 miles and 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West New York, 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 NJ 3 for about 7.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.6 mi from West New York, NJ · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 13.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.6 miles from West New York, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bloomfield, NJ
The final approach into Bloomfield, 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 Bloomfield, 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
$2.18 one way
$4.37 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $2.39 | $4.78 |
| premium | $4.92 | $2.56 | $5.12 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.93 | $5.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.63 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Bloomfield, NJ
Evening in Bloomfield on Sunday
Local time
8:27 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
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from West New York, NJ to Bloomfield, NJ covers 13.2 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 3, East Passaic Avenue, John F. Kennedy Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.6 miles from West New York, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.18 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 14 significant decision points across 13.2 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 0.7 miles (CR 501 / John F. Kennedy Boulevard): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between West New York, NJ and Bloomfield, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp West, Passaic and Clifton.
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