Origin
West New York, NJ
Night in West New York on Sunday
Local time
10:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West New York, NJ to Springfield, NJ
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
69.4 mi
112 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 26m
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
Springfield, NJ
Ren Aukeman
Trip Overview
Spanning 69.4 miles across the Northeast, this drive connects West New York to Springfield in approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. The journey is efficiently handled in a single day, as it functions primarily as a straightforward highway-focused trip. You will navigate using a combination of the New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 68, and John F. Kennedy Boulevard. Budgeting around $11 for fuel makes this a cost-effective excursion for your travel plans. Because both your origin and destination are located within New Jersey, the transit remains within the familiar Northeast region. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick change of scenery, the simplicity of this route allows you to focus on the road ahead without the need for an overnight stay.
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
34.7 miles from West New York, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed experience, as 94% of this 69.4-mile trek takes place on highways. The centerpiece of the drive is a substantial 58.3-mile stretch on the New Jersey Turnpike, which serves as the backbone of your journey. While the route begins with local navigation on John F. Kennedy Boulevard, you will quickly transition into a sustained interstate pace. This is a practical, utilitarian drive designed for efficiency rather than leisurely exploration. You should be prepared for a consistent highway flow that keeps you moving toward Springfield with minimal interruption.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 58.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and NJ 68. 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
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 69.4 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 2.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.9 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 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
2.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South: Newark
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 95 South: Newark
7
8.9 mi into trip
|
~15m 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
8
61.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 7
Toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton
7
62.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from West New York, NJ to Springfield, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Trenton along the way.
Trenton
61.6 mi in
|
~1h 17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 58.3 mi | 1h 10m |
| NJ 68 | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| John F. Kennedy Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| NJ 495 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| US 206 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Bergenline Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 51st Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 60th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 58.3 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West New York, NJ and Springfield, 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
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 495
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Newark
Use the none lane.
10
Merge onto I 95
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP
53 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Toward I 95 South
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 7
Toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL
Use the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto US 206
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 206
Use the none lane.
15
Continue on US 206
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
US 206
Use the none lane.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward NJ 68 South
Use the slight right lane.
17
Continue on NJ 68
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
NJ 68
Use the none lane.
18
Arrive at destination
NJ 68
Trip Plan
Given the 1-hour and 30-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since the trip is short and involves no planned stops, you can easily complete the entire distance in one sitting without needing a rest break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the New Jersey Turnpike, as this longest stretch of 58.3 miles is where you will spend the bulk of your time. If you want to avoid peak congestion, try timing your exit from West New York to steer clear of typical rush-hour bottlenecks. Remember that the route's heavy reliance on major highways makes it a straightforward drive, so keep your focus on the lane changes required to navigate the Turnpike and NJ 68.
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 34.7 miles from West New York, NJ, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.3 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 69.4 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.7 miles or 46m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, 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 69.4 miles and 1h 30m.
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 New Jersey Turnpike for about 58.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.7 mi from West New York, NJ · 46m 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 69.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.7 miles from West New York, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Springfield, NJ
The final approach into Springfield, 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 Springfield, 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
$11.48 one way
$22.97 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $12.57 | $25.13 |
| premium | $4.92 | $13.45 | $26.90 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.42 | $30.84 |
Estimated Tolls: $8.16
New Jersey Turnpike
(58.3 mi)
$8.16
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
$11
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.29 | $3.33 |
| Efficient EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.07 | $2.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.72 | $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
Springfield, NJ
Night in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
10:55 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
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
1h 30m 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 Springfield, NJ covers 69.4 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 68, John F. Kennedy Boulevard. 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 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 $11.48 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 12 significant decision points across 69.4 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 2.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.9 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from West New York, NJ to Springfield, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Trenton along the way.
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