Valenca Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Elizabeth, New Jersey
Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm
+19083544024
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 12m
Distance
102.3 mi
165 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
79 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Williamstown, NJ
Garrison Gao
Passaic, NJ
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This 102.3-mile drive from Williamstown, NJ, to Passaic, NJ, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 12 minutes. Primarily utilizing the New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 73, and NJ 21, the journey is heavily highway-focused. With a projected fuel cost of around $18, this route is efficient for a quick trip. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, keeping the travel geographically contained. Expect a straightforward drive that's well-suited for a day trip 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.
Midpoint
51.1 miles from Williamstown, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 66.5 mi | 1h 17m |
| NJ 73 | 11.5 mi | 16m |
| NJ 21 | 11.4 mi | 16m |
| Williamstown Road | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Taunton Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| US 1 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Sicklerville Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| NJ 81 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Williamstown, NJ and Passaic, NJ.
Start on this road
Turn left
Turn right onto US 322; CR 536 Spur
Continue on CR 536 Spur
Continue on CR 536 Spur
Take the ramp
Merge onto NJ 73
Continue on NJ 73
Continue on NJ 73
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto NJTP
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ 81
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on US 1; US 9
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21
Take the exit
Continue on CR 624
Turn left onto CR 618
Turn right onto Passaic Avenue
Arrive at destination
Given its 2-hour duration, this trip is easily completed in one day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving early in the morning to avoid heavier traffic, especially on the New Jersey Turnpike. With no designated stops in the data, you can choose to take breaks as needed, but remember that the longest stretch is 66.5 miles, so plan a pause before or after that segment. Your estimated fuel cost is $18, so ensure your tank is sufficiently full before embarking to minimize any unplanned refueling stops.
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.
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 23 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.1 miles or 1h 7m 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 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Passaic, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Williamstown, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Williamstown, NJ
This is one driving day of about 102.3 miles and 2h 12m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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.
A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 51.1 miles from Williamstown, 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 66.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Elizabeth, New Jersey
Near the end, right off the route
Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm
+19083544024
China Max Restaurant
Atco, New Jersey
La Frontera Mexican Restaurant
Atco, New Jersey
Near the end, right off the route
Elizabeth, New Jersey
Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm
+19083544024
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Atco, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm
+18567688866
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Atco, New Jersey
Hours: 10 am–7 pm
+18568462283
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Atco, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18567681616
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Berlin, New Jersey
Hours: 10 am–10 pm
+18563362455
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Mt Laurel Township, New Jersey
Hours: 12–9 pm
+18564391941
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Marlton, New Jersey
Hours: 10 am–9 pm
+18565961106
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Rutherford, New Jersey
Hours: 5–9:30 pm
+19737213404
Visit websiteNear the end, ~11 min detour
Montclair, New Jersey
Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm
+19733586543
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Cranbury, NJ
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Hamilton Township, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18885577099
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Kearny, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Hamilton Township, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Robbinsville Twp, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18885577099
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Hamilton Township, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
East Windsor, NJ
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18885577099
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Robbinsville Twp, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Harrison, NJ
Hours: Open 24 hours
+12012175482
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Newark, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+19739005800
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Lodi, New Jersey
Hours: 1–7 pm
+18628997674
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Woodbridge, New Jersey
Hours: 6 am–6 pm
+17327453900
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey
Hours: 10 am–8 pm
+12017132156
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+17187661755
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: Closed
+16316986230
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Newark, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+19732683500
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 19.4 and 101.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward NJTP
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward NJTP North: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21 toward NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward River Drive, Passaic
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$16.96 one way
$33.92 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $18.58 | $37.15 |
| premium | $4.93 | $19.84 | $39.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.59 | $45.17 |
Estimated Tolls: $9.30
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
$17
Tolls
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
79 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Tesla Supercharger
Hamilton Township, New Jersey
1 DCFC
Greenspot Charging Station
Trenton, New Jersey
1 DCFC
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Kearny, New Jersey
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Kearny, New Jersey
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Hamilton Township, New Jersey
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Cranbury, NJ
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Robbinsville Twp, New Jersey
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Hamilton Township, New Jersey
1 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.74 | $4.91 |
| Efficient EV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.95 | $4.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.9 | 0 | $14.32 | $6.55 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Williamstown on Saturday
Local time
4:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Passaic on Saturday
Local time
4:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 90% of the journey on high-speed roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 66.5 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike, offering a consistent, fast-paced experience. While the majority is highway, the inclusion of NJ 73 and NJ 21 might introduce slightly more varied road conditions as you approach your destination. The character is largely that of efficient travel, minimizing stops and maximizing forward progress.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and NJ 73. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 19.4 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 102.3 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 19.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Williamstown, NJ and Passaic, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp, Njtp North: New York, Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport and Downtown.
Njtp
Njtp North: New York
Newark Airport
Elizabeth Seaport
Downtown
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 12m. Total distance: 102.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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