How far is Berlin, NJ from Paterson, NJ?
Fastest route
The route from Berlin, New Jersey 08009 to Paterson, New Jersey is approximately 97.2 miles and takes about 1 hour and 46 minutes via I-95 N and Garden State Pkwy. The route has tolls.
Directions
- Head northwest on S White Horse Pike toward Jackson Rd.
- Turn right onto E Taunton Ave.
- Continue straight to stay on NJ-73 N.
- Use the right lane to take the New Jersey Turnpike ramp (toll road).
- Keep left at the fork, follow signs for New York, and merge onto NJ Tpke (toll road).
- Follow NJ Tpke, I-95 N, and Garden State Pkwy to Main St in Paterson (toll road).
- Turn right onto Market St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Take the most efficient route by following I-95 N and Garden State Pkwy.
- 💰 Be prepared for tolls along the way.
- ⚠️ Check for traffic conditions before starting your journey.
- 📱 Use a GPS or navigation app for real-time directions.
- 🛣️ Stay on NJ Tpke and I-95 N until the Garden State Pkwy exit.
- 🚦 Keep left at the fork to stay on NJ Tpke.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 42m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Berlin and Paterson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Berlin and Paterson.
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Start on White Horse Pike
2556 ft · 1 min · White Horse Pike
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Turn right onto Milford Road
1753 ft · 34 sec · Milford Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
2078 ft · 39 sec
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Continue straight
8.9 mi · 13 min
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Continue straight
60 m · 3 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward NJTP
1422 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on NJTP North: New York
2795 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike
14.6 mi · 17 min · New Jersey Turnpike
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Keep slight left to continue on New Jersey Turnpike
41.4 mi · 48 min · New Jersey Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge
2531 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on GSP North: Garden State Parkway
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
25.8 mi · 36 min · Garden State Parkway
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Take the exit slight left toward NJ 19: Paterson
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West: Grand Street, Del Water Gap
96 m · 8 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Grand Street
783 ft · 23 sec
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Turn right onto Grand Street
941 ft · 27 sec · Grand Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1458 ft · 29 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Market Street
138 m · 16 sec · Market Street
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Turn left onto Colt Street
13 m · 3 sec · Colt Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Colt Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Berlin and Paterson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
New Jersey Turnpike
Keep slight left to continue on New Jersey Turnpike
41.4 mi · 00h 48m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Berlin and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Paterson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Berlin to Paterson?
The road trip is about 97.4 miles (156.7 km) and usually takes 01h 42m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Clearbrook Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.5 miles from Berlin and 48.8 miles from Paterson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.4 miles (140.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.01 one way or $28.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Berlin and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Paterson.
Stop Ideas Near Clearbrook Park
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Clearbrook Park.
Princeton Junction station
New Brunswick station
Trenton Transit Center
Metropark station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Berlin and Paterson. Straight-line distance: 87.39 mi (140.64 km).
#1 Berlin
Township in Camden County, New Jersey
| Population | 7,512 |
| Coordinates | 39.7912300, -74.9290500 |
| Altitude | 50 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Paterson
The third most populous city in New Jersey.
| Population | 144,801 |
| Coordinates | 40.9167700, -74.1718100 |
| Altitude | 26 |
| Country | United States |
End: Colt Street (-74.171665, 40.916732)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 157 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $14.01 | $28.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $15.77 | $31.55 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $16.99 | $33.98 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $20.51 | $41.02 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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