How far is Scotch Plains, NJ from Paterson, NJ?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Scotch Plains and Paterson is 21.36 miles (34.38 km).
Flight distance from Scotch Plains, NJ to Paterson, NJ is 21.36 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Scotch Plains, New Jersey to Paterson, New Jersey is: 25.66 miles (41.3 km) by car.
Driving from Scotch Plains to Paterson will take approximately 00 hours 35 minutes.
#1 Scotch Plains
Township in Union County, New Jersey, United States
| Population | 24138 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°39'19"N 74°23'24"W |
| Latitude | 40.6553800 |
| Longitude | -74.3898700 |
| Altitude | 50 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Paterson
The third most populous city in New Jersey. It is located on the Passaic River in northeastern New Jersey. Paterson is known for its many silk mills, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Paterson Great Falls and the Paterson Museum.
| Population | 144801 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°55'0"N 74°10'19"W |
| Latitude | 40.9167700 |
| Longitude | -74.1718100 |
| Altitude | 26 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Paterson: Colt Street (-74.171665,40.916732)
Estimated Travel Time Between Scotch Plains and Paterson
The distance between Scotch Plains and Paterson is 41 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 27 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Scotch Plains and Paterson. The current time is 16:07:45.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 51 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.43 liters (0.91 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Scotch Plains and Paterson.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Scotch Plains to Paterson is $3.1 (diesel $4.07).
New Jersey gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.42 | $4.04 | $4.31 | $4.49 |
| Total | $3.1 | $3.66 | $3.91 | $4.07 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in New Jersey ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.423 (Diesel $4.492) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Scotch Plains and Paterson (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Camden, NJ to Scotch Plains 84.69 miles (136 km)
Driving distance from South Vineland, NJ to Scotch Plains 113.78 miles (183 km)
Driving distance from Elizabethport, NJ to Scotch Plains 17.8 miles (29 km)
