Long Branch, NJ Road Trips
Long Branch, NJ serves as a quiet starting point in the Northeast, connecting drivers to 7 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 56 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Long Branch, NJ head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
10
Longest Drive
94.3 mi
South Vineland, NJ
Quickest Drive
58m
Union, NJ
Plan Around Long Branch, NJ
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Long Branch, NJ is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Long Branch, NJ
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Long Branch, NJ
Long Branch, NJ to South Vineland, NJ
Long Branch, NJ to Passaic, NJ
Long Branch, NJ to Clifton, NJ
Long Branch, NJ to Jersey City, NJ
Long Branch, NJ to East Orange, NJ
Long Branch, NJ to Trenton, NJ
Long Branch, NJ to Union, NJ
Driving from Long Branch, NJ
Expect an average of 56 miles and about 1h 17m behind the wheel when leaving Long Branch, NJ. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 94 miles (2h 11m), while the shortest is just 42 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Long Branch, NJ are South Vineland, NJ (94.3 mi, 2h 11m), Passaic, NJ (55.3 mi, 1h 16m), Clifton, NJ (55 mi, 1h 17m), Jersey City, NJ (48.5 mi, 1h 7m), and East Orange, NJ (47.4 mi, 1h 5m). 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 56-mile trip from Long Branch, NJ, budget about $9 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 mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 7 mapped routes leaving Long Branch, NJ and 3 routes heading into Long Branch, NJ, covering 10 total connections. Distances range from 42 to 94 miles.
The longest mapped route from Long Branch, NJ covers 94 miles and takes approximately 2h 11m. Shorter options start at just 42 miles.
The average route from Long Branch, NJ runs about 56 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 17m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.09/gallon for regular), the average 56-mile trip from Long Branch, NJ costs roughly $9 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Long Branch, NJ include South Vineland, NJ, Passaic, NJ, Clifton, NJ and Jersey City, NJ. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Long Branch, NJ by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
32,184
Median Income
$73,381
Median Home Value
$519,000
Median Age
35.4
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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