How far is Wanaque, NJ from Newark, NJ?
The driving distance from Wanaque, NJ to Newark, NJ is about 32.6 miles (52.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.9 miles (35.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 20m 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 40m.
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.
Borough in Passaic County, 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 Wanaque and Newark.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wanaque and Newark.
-
1
Start on Ringwood Avenue
1.4 mi · 2 min · Ringwood Avenue
-
2
Turn right onto Union Avenue
576 ft · 17 sec · Union Avenue
-
3
Take the ramp left toward I 287 South: Morristown
1496 ft · 37 sec
-
4
Merge slight right
1.5 mi · 2 min
-
5
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 23: Riverdale, Wayne, Butler
847 ft · 18 sec
-
6
Keep slight left to continue on NJ 23 South: Riverdale, Wayne
2064 ft · 50 sec
-
7
Merge slight left
1.5 km · 1 min
-
8
Keep slight left
6.2 mi · 7 min
-
9
Take the exit slight left toward I 80 East, US 46 East: New York, Clifton
91 m · 7 sec
-
10
Keep slight right to continue on US 46 East: Clifton
1737 ft · 42 sec
-
11
Merge slight right
2.1 mi · 2 min
-
12
Continue straight
1.6 mi · 2 min
-
13
Turn slight left
4.4 mi · 5 min
-
14
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 21 South: Newark
2870 ft · 1 min
-
15
Merge slight left
5.6 mi · 6 min
-
16
Turn right onto Clay Street
636 ft · 20 sec · Clay Street
-
17
Turn left onto Broad Street
790 ft · 15 sec · Broad Street
-
18
Keep slight right to continue on University Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · University Avenue
-
19
Turn left onto Market Street
1224 ft · 41 sec · Market Street
-
20
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Market Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wanaque 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 23 South
Keep slight left
6.21 mi · 00h 07m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Wanaque 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 Wanaque to Newark?
The road trip is about 32.6 miles (52.5 km) and usually takes 00h 40m 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?
Woodland Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.5 miles from Wanaque and 19.1 miles from Newark.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.9 miles (35.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.7 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 7:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.70 one way or $9.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Wanaque and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Newark.
Stop Ideas Near Woodland Park
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Parking Lot
CITY HALL LOBBY
Clifton Recycle in City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Woodland Park.
Pennsylvania Station
Newark Liberty International Airport
Pennsylvania Station
Yonkers station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wanaque and Newark. Straight-line distance: 21.85 mi (35.16 km).
#1 Wanaque
Town in Passaic County, New Jersey
| Population | 11,717 |
| Coordinates | 41.0381500, -74.2940400 |
| Altitude | 70 |
| 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: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 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 | $4.70 | $9.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $5.29 | $10.58 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $5.70 | $11.39 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $6.88 | $13.75 |
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.