How far is Paterson, NJ from Mays Landing, NJ?

The driving distance from Paterson, NJ to Mays Landing, NJ is about 120.2 miles (193.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 41m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 105.3 miles (169.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 23m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
120.21 mi
02h 41m
Flight
105.35 mi
169.54 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
105.35 mi
Kilometers
169.54 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Road route
120.21 mi
Kilometers
193.46 km
Drive Time
02h 41m

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 41m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Mays Landing
Thu, Apr 30, 7:39 AM EDT
Return by in Paterson
Thu, Apr 30, 10:20 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Paterson
2026-04-30T04:57
Arrive Mays Landing
Thu, Apr 30, 7:39 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 41m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:42 AM to 12:42 PM EDT

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

Leave by
1:06 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Paterson
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
Allentown
NJ

Borough of New Jersey

From Paterson
60.1 mi
01h 20m
To Mays Landing
60.1 mi
01h 20m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
63°F
Thursday

Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 13 mph N
Destination
67°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Paterson and Mays Landing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Paterson and Mays Landing.

  1. 1

    Start on Colt Street

    66 m · 18 sec · Colt Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Ellison Street

    879 ft · 28 sec · Ellison Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Memorial Drive

    744 ft · 15 sec · Memorial Drive

  4. 4

    Turn right

    81 m · 10 sec

  5. 5

    Turn straight onto Ward Street

    1656 ft · 34 sec · Ward Street

  6. 6

    Continue on Oliver Street

    942 ft · 18 sec · Oliver Street

  7. 7

    Turn slight left

    2 mi · 2 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight left toward GSP South

    2756 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway

    23.8 mi · 33 min · Garden State Parkway

  10. 10

    Continue on Garden State Parkway Southbound

    2.3 mi · 3 min · Garden State Parkway Southbound

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward I 95, NJTP, US 9, NJ 440, I 287: New York City, Philadelphia, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy

    1754 ft · 43 sec · Exit 129

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on I 95, NJTP: New York City, Philadelphia

    2379 ft · 58 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight left

    926 ft · 24 sec

  14. 14

    Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton

    978 ft · 24 sec

  15. 15

    Keep slight left

    2312 ft · 56 sec

  16. 16

    Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike

    36.7 mi · 42 min · New Jersey Turnpike

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton

    1.2 km · 2 min

  18. 18

    Keep slight left to continue on US 206 South: Joint Base MDL

    1552 ft · 44 sec

  19. 19

    Merge slight left

    826 ft · 13 sec

  20. 20

    Continue straight

    7.5 mi · 9 min

  21. 21

    Continue straight

    4.5 mi · 6 min

  22. 22

    Continue on Main Street

    4.5 mi · 6 min · Main Street

  23. 23

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City

    148 m · 6 sec

  24. 24

    Exit the roundabout onto US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City

    17.6 mi · 23 min

  25. 25

    Continue on Bellevue Avenue/END Route 54

    153 m · 11 sec · Bellevue Avenue/END Route 54

  26. 26

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

    1.1 mi · 3 min · Bellevue Avenue

  27. 27

    Continue on 12th Street

    3.1 mi · 4 min · 12th Street

  28. 28

    Turn left onto Mays Landing Road

    2.2 mi · 3 min · Mays Landing Road

  29. 29

    Turn right onto 8th Street

    107 m · 13 sec · 8th Street

  30. 30

    Turn left onto Black Horse Pike

    4.6 mi · 6 min · Black Horse Pike

  31. 31

    Take the exit slight right toward CR 559

    93 m · 9 sec

  32. 32

    Turn slight right onto Weymouth Road

    4.9 mi · 8 min · Weymouth Road

  33. 33

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Old Harding Highway

    2447 ft · 52 sec · Old Harding Highway

  34. 34

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Mill Street

    632 ft · 13 sec · Mill Street

  35. 35

    Turn straight onto Main Street

    1833 ft · 37 sec · Main Street

  36. 36

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Paterson and Mays Landing.

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
36 steps
16 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
3 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
30 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
New Jersey Turnpike
36.7 mi · 31%
US 206 South
30.1 mi · 25%
Garden State Parkway
23.8 mi · 20%
Weymouth Road
4.95 mi · 4%
Main Street
4.85 mi · 4%
Black Horse Pike
4.59 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

New Jersey Turnpike

Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike

36.7 mi · 00h 42m

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
02h 41m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 24m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14.9 mi
105.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Allentown
01h 20m from Paterson
Leave By
1:06 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain Showers leaving Paterson and Mostly Sunny near Mays Landing.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Paterson to Mays Landing?

The road trip is about 120.2 miles (193.5 km) and usually takes 02h 41m 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?

Allentown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.1 miles from Paterson and 60.1 miles from Mays Landing.

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

The direct path is about 105.3 miles (169.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.9 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 1:06 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.32 one way or $34.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Paterson and Mostly Sunny near Mays Landing.

Stop Ideas Near Allentown

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

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Allentown and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall
Scenic stop 7.6 mi away

Old City Hall

Bordentown , NJ
11 Crosswicks St, Bordentown, NJ 08505
Rating 4.6/5 13 reviews Historical landmark
Trenton City Hall
Meeting point 9.1 mi away

Trenton City Hall

Trenton , NJ
319 E State St, Trenton, NJ 08608
Rating 3.8/5 67 reviews City Hall
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 8.8 mi away

Fieldsboro Town Hall

Fieldsboro , NJ
1916 S 2nd St, Fieldsboro, NJ 08505
Police department

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Trenton Transit Center

15 mi away
72 South Clinton Avenue
RAIL

Princeton Junction station

16 mi away
2 Wallace Road
RAIL

Cornwells Heights

33 mi away
700 Station Ave.
RAIL

New Brunswick station

37 mi away
French and Albany Streets

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Paterson and Mays Landing. Straight-line distance: 105.35 mi (169.54 km).

Paterson

#1 Paterson

The third most populous city in New Jersey.

Population144,801
Coordinates40.9167700, -74.1718100
Altitude26
CountryUnited States
Mays Landing

#2 Mays Landing

Town

Population2,135
Coordinates39.4523400, -74.7276600
Altitude5
CountryUnited States
Start: Paterson (-74.17181, 40.91677)
End: Mays Landing (-74.72766, 39.45234)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 193 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 00m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 00m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 24m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 00m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 43m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 29m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.24 gal
16.06 L · about $17.32
Round trip
$34.65
8.48 gal · 32.12 L
Estimated CO2
37.7 kg one way
Round trip: 75.4 kg / 166 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $17.32 $34.65
Mid-grade $4.60 $19.50 $39.00
Premium $4.95 $21.00 $42.01
Diesel $5.98 $25.36 $50.71

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 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Paterson and Mays Landing. The current time is 04:57:38.

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.