How far is East Orange, NJ from Wallington, NJ?
The driving distance from East Orange, NJ to Wallington, NJ is about 10.5 miles (16.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7.6 miles (12.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 14m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
Township in New Jersey
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Orange and Wallington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Orange and Wallington.
-
1
Start on Parkway Drive
84 m · 9 sec · Parkway Drive
-
2
Turn left onto Park Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · Park Avenue
-
3
Turn left onto Clifton Avenue
1762 ft · 44 sec · Clifton Avenue
-
4
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue
2492 ft · 1 min · 3rd Avenue
-
5
Turn left onto McCarter Highway
7.2 mi · 8 min · McCarter Highway
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward River Drive, Passaic
1223 ft · 30 sec
-
7
Continue on River Drive
1049 ft · 20 sec · River Drive
-
8
Turn right onto Main Avenue
1359 ft · 33 sec · Main Avenue
-
9
Turn right onto Hayward Place
836 ft · 37 sec · Hayward Place
-
10
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hayward Place
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between East Orange and Wallington.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
McCarter Highway
Turn left onto McCarter Highway
7.17 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving East Orange and Mostly Sunny near Wallington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Orange to Wallington?
The road trip is about 10.5 miles (16.9 km) and usually takes 00h 14m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Belleville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.3 miles from East Orange and 5.3 miles from Wallington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7.6 miles (12.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.51 one way or $3.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around East Orange and Mostly Sunny near Wallington.
Stop Ideas Near Belleville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Parking Lot
#Artlook New York City Hall Wedding Photographer
City Hall Personnel Office
Diamond City Hall Photography
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Belleville.
Pennsylvania Station
Newark Liberty International Airport
Pennsylvania Station
Yonkers station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Orange and Wallington. Straight-line distance: 7.61 mi (12.24 km).
#1 East Orange
The most populous city in Essex County, New Jersey.
| Population | 64,630 |
| Coordinates | 40.7673200, -74.2048700 |
| Altitude | 48 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wallington
Town in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States
| Population | 11,574 |
| Coordinates | 40.8531600, -74.1137500 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wallington (-74.11375, 40.85316)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 17 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $1.51 | $3.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $1.70 | $3.40 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $1.83 | $3.67 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $2.21 | $4.43 |
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
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.