Dover, NJ Road Trips
With 5 routes heading out and 0 heading in, Dover, NJ works well as a modest departure point in the Northeast. Most drives stay under 39 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Dover, NJ head east, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
89.5 mi
Camden, NJ
Quickest Drive
28m
Chatham, NJ
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Trips from Dover, NJ
Driving from Dover, NJ
On average, trips departing from Dover, NJ run 39 miles with a drive time of roughly 57m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 90 miles (2h 10m), while the shortest is just 18 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Dover, NJ include Camden, NJ (89.5 mi, 2h 10m), Jersey City, NJ (32.9 mi, 47m), Elizabeth, NJ (29.2 mi, 42m), Newark, NJ (27.6 mi, 37m), and Chatham, NJ (17.7 mi, 28m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in NJ currently averages around $4.09 per gallon. For the typical 39-mile trip from Dover, NJ, budget about $6 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Dover, NJ and 0 routes heading into Dover, NJ, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 18 to 90 miles.
The longest mapped route from Dover, NJ covers 90 miles and takes approximately 2h 10m. Shorter options start at just 18 miles.
The average route from Dover, NJ runs about 39 miles with a drive time of roughly 57m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.09/gallon for regular), the average 39-mile trip from Dover, NJ costs roughly $6 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Dover, NJ include Camden, NJ, Jersey City, NJ, Elizabeth, NJ and Newark, NJ. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Dover, NJ by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
18,420
Median Income
$70,519
Median Home Value
$347,100
Median Age
41.0
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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