How far is Delaware, NJ from Passaic, NJ?

The driving distance from Delaware, NJ to Passaic, NJ is about 62.9 miles (101.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 49 miles (78.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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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.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
62.95 mi
01h 04m
Flight
48.97 mi
78.81 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
48.97 mi
Kilometers
78.81 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
62.95 mi
Kilometers
101.31 km
Drive Time
01h 04m

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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 04m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Passaic
Thu, Apr 23, 3:37 AM EDT
Return by in Delaware
Thu, Apr 23, 4:42 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Delaware
2026-04-23T02:32
Arrive Passaic
Thu, Apr 23, 3:37 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 04m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:05 AM to 11:05 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:20 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Delaware
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Wharton
NJ

Borough of New Jersey

From Delaware
29.8 mi
00h 32m
To Passaic
33.2 mi
00h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
70°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NW
Destination
72°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 8 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Delaware and Passaic.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Delaware and Passaic.

  1. 1

    Start on Clinton Street

    149 m · 26 sec · Clinton Street

  2. 2

    Turn right

    2.4 mi · 4 min

  3. 3

    Take the exit right

    926 ft · 25 sec

  4. 4

    Turn straight

    103 m · 8 sec

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 80 East: Netcong, New York City

    1993 ft · 48 sec · ramp to I-80 Eastbound

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Christopher Columbus Highway

    48.4 mi · 55 min · Christopher Columbus Highway

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward US 46 East: Wayne, Clifton, Lincoln Tunnel

    2413 ft · 59 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight right

    2.1 mi · 2 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    3.3 mi · 4 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right

    122 m · 14 sec

  11. 11

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Paulison Avenue

    2.2 mi · 4 min · Paulison Avenue

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Passaic Avenue

    29 m · 3 sec · Passaic Avenue

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Passaic Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Delaware and Passaic.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
13 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
2 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
20.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Christopher Columbus Highway
48.4 mi · 77%
US 46 East
5.94 mi · 9%
Paulison Avenue
2.18 mi · 3%
Clinton Street
0.27 mi
ramp to I-80 Eastbound
0.19 mi
I 80 East
0.19 mi
Longest Stretch

Christopher Columbus Highway

Merge slight left onto Christopher Columbus Highway

48.4 mi · 00h 55m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 04m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+13.9 mi
49 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Wharton
00h 32m from Delaware
Leave By
4:20 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Delaware and Mostly Sunny near Passaic.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Delaware to Passaic?

The road trip is about 62.9 miles (101.3 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?

Wharton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.8 miles from Delaware and 33.2 miles from Passaic.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 49 miles (78.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.9 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 4:20 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.07 one way or $18.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Delaware and Mostly Sunny near Passaic.

Stop Ideas Near Wharton

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Wharton, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Wharton.

RAIL

Newark Liberty International Airport

39 mi away
Newark Liberty International Airport
RAIL

Pennsylvania Station

39 mi away
1 Raymond Plaza West
RAIL

Metropark station

42 mi away
100 Middlesex-Essex Turnpike
RAIL

New Brunswick station

46 mi away
French and Albany Streets

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Delaware and Passaic. Straight-line distance: 48.97 mi (78.81 km).

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#1 Delaware

Census-designated place in Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Population4,409
Coordinates40.8928800, -75.0646200
Altitude91
CountryUnited States
Passaic

#2 Passaic

The most populous city in Passaic County, New Jersey.

Population69,340
Coordinates40.8567700, -74.1284800
Altitude34
CountryUnited States
Start: Charles Street (-75.064613, 40.892871)
End: Passaic Avenue (-74.128683, 40.856869)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 101 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 05m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 34m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 15m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 02m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 53m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 47m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.22 gal
8.41 L · about $9.07
Round trip
$18.14
4.44 gal · 16.82 L
Estimated CO2
19.7 kg one way
Round trip: 39.5 kg / 87 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $9.07 $18.14
Mid-grade $4.60 $10.21 $20.42
Premium $4.95 $11.00 $22.00
Diesel $5.98 $13.28 $26.55

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in New Jersey · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Delaware and Passaic. The current time is 02:32:23.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.