How far is Northvale, NJ from Newark, NJ?
The driving distance from Northvale, NJ to Newark, NJ is about 32.4 miles (52.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.1 miles (35.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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
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 47m.
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.
Borough in New Jersey, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Rain Showers Likely
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Northvale and Newark.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Northvale and Newark.
-
1
Start on Livingston Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · Livingston Street
-
2
Continue on Knickerbocker Road
2639 ft · 48 sec · Knickerbocker Road
-
3
Turn right onto High Street
1303 ft · 22 sec · High Street
-
4
Turn straight onto Old Hook Road
904 ft · 23 sec · Old Hook Road
-
5
Turn left onto Schraalenburgh Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Schraalenburgh Road
-
6
Continue on Washington Avenue
3 mi · 5 min · Washington Avenue
-
7
Turn right onto New Bridge Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · New Bridge Road
-
8
Continue on Roemer Avenue
1743 ft · 29 sec · Roemer Avenue
-
9
Continue on New Bridge Road
2948 ft · 53 sec · New Bridge Road
-
10
Continue on Hackensack Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · Hackensack Avenue
-
11
Continue on River Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · River Street
-
12
Turn right onto Court Street
832 ft · 20 sec · Court Street
-
13
At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
110 m · 14 sec · Main Street
-
14
Turn right onto Essex Street
2978 ft · 1 min · Essex Street
-
15
Turn left onto Polifly Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Polifly Road
-
16
Continue on Terrace Avenue
1037 ft · 22 sec · Terrace Avenue
-
17
Take the ramp slight left
856 ft · 24 sec
-
18
Merge slight left
4.3 mi · 5 min
-
19
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 3 West: Newark
1298 ft · 32 sec
-
20
Merge slight left
1.4 km · 58 sec
-
21
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 21: Paterson, Newark
2212 ft · 54 sec
-
22
Keep slight right to continue on NJ 21 North, NJ 21 South
590 ft · 14 sec
-
23
Keep slight right to continue on NJ 21 South: Newark
1313 ft · 32 sec
-
24
Merge slight left
5.9 mi · 7 min
-
25
Turn right onto Clay Street
636 ft · 20 sec · Clay Street
-
26
Turn left onto Broad Street
790 ft · 15 sec · Broad Street
-
27
Keep slight right to continue on University Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · University Avenue
-
28
Turn left onto Market Street
1224 ft · 39 sec · Market Street
-
29
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Market Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Northvale and Newark.
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.
NJ 21 South
Merge slight left
5.92 mi · 00h 07m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Northvale and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Newark.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Northvale to Newark?
The road trip is about 32.4 miles (52.2 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Teterboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.7 miles from Northvale and 18.7 miles from Newark.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.1 miles (35.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.3 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 4:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.66 one way or $9.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Northvale and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Newark.
Stop Ideas Near Teterboro
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 Teterboro.
Pennsylvania Station
Yonkers station
Pennsylvania Station
Newark Liberty International Airport
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Northvale and Newark. Straight-line distance: 22.05 mi (35.49 km).
#1 Northvale
Borough in Bergen County, New Jersey
| Population | 4,923 |
| Coordinates | 41.0064900, -73.9490300 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Newark
The most populous city in New Jersey and the center of the Newark metropolitan area.
| Population | 282,520 |
| Coordinates | 40.7356600, -74.1723700 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: Market Street (-74.17237, 40.73566)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 52 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $4.66 | $9.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $5.24 | $10.49 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $5.65 | $11.30 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $6.82 | $13.63 |
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.