This 101.9-mile journey from Atlantic City, NJ, to Woodbridge, NJ, is a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 4 minutes. The route is heavily focused on highways, with 96% of the drive on major roads like the Garden State Parkway and the Atlantic City Expressway, making it a prime candidate for a single-day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $17, this is an economical option for a quick transit between these two New Jersey locations. The drive stays within the Northeast region, offering a consistent experience without significant landscape shifts. It's a practical option when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.9 miles from Atlantic City, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 2m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Garden State Parkway
89.6 mi
1h 45m
Atlantic City Expressway
6.7 mi
9m
US 9
1.7 mi
2m
Atlantic Avenue
0.8 mi
1m
Main Street
0.5 mi
1m
Amboy Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
North Arkansas Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
Green Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 89.6 mi, about 1h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Atlantic City, NJ and Woodbridge, NJ.
1
Start on OD
0.8 mi·1 min·Atlantic Avenue
2
Take the exit
268 ft·7 sec
Use the right lane.
3
Turn slight right onto North Arkansas Avenue
0.2 mi·21 sec·North Arkansas Avenue
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on ACE
6.7 mi·9 min·Atlantic City Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 7NToward GSP North: New YorkUse the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto GSP
16 mi·18 min·Garden State Parkway
7
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP
50 mi·58 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·31 sec
9
Continue on GSP
22 mi·26 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto GSP
1.2 mi·2 min·Garden State Parkway
Exit 127Toward GSP North, US 9 North, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten IslandUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 127Toward US 9 North, I 287, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten IslandUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward US 9 North: WoodbridgeUse the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto US 9
1.7 mi·2 min·US 9
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward CR 514: Main Street, Woodbridge, All Turns
15
At end of road, turn right onto CR 514
0.5 mi·1 min·Main Street
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto NJ 35
0.3 mi·39 sec·Amboy Avenue
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto CR 604
61 ft·2 sec·Green Street
18
Arrive at destination
CR 604
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just over 2 hours, this route is best tackled in a single day. You can depart at your convenience, but leaving mid-morning might help you avoid the worst of any potential commuter traffic on the Garden State Parkway. Since there are no pre-planned stops suggested, consider bringing snacks and drinks to minimize the need for unscheduled breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 89.6-mile stretch on the Garden State Parkway, as services can be spaced out on longer highway segments. The total fuel cost is estimated at $17, so factoring that into your budget is simple.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.9 miles from Atlantic City, NJ, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 22 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.9 miles or 1h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodbridge, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Atlantic City, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Atlantic City, NJ
This is one driving day of about 101.9 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Atlantic City, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Garden State Parkway for about 89.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.8 and 98.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
7.8 mi into trip|~11m in
Take the exit toward GSP North: New York
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 7N
Toward GSP North: New York
6
24.4 mi into trip|~30m in|GSP / Garden State Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
97.4 mi into trip|~1h 56m in|GSP / Garden State Parkway
Take the exit onto GSP / Garden State Parkway toward GSP North, US 9 North, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 127
Toward GSP North, US 9 North, NJ 440: Woodbridg...
9
98.6 mi into trip|~1h 58m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 9 North, I 287, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 127
Toward US 9 North, I 287, NJ 440: Woodbridge, S...
7
98.8 mi into trip|~1h 59m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 9 North: Woodbridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 9 North: Woodbridge
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.89 one way
$33.79 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$18.50
$37.00
premium
$4.93
$19.76
$39.52
diesel
$5.61
$22.50
$45.00
Estimated Tolls: $5.37
Garden State Parkway
(89.6 mi)$5.37
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.6
0
$10.70
$4.89
Efficient EV
25.5
0
$8.92
$4.08
EV Truck/SUV
40.8
0
$14.27
$6.52
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Atlantic City, NJ
Morning
in Atlantic City on Sunday
Local time
7:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Woodbridge, NJ
Morning
in Woodbridge on Sunday
Local time
7:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 4m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Thomas Edison National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
$10
near mile 101.9
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...
18 mi from route
~45 min detour
Free
near mile 84.3
Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...
19 mi from route
~49 min detour
Free
near mile 101.9
Silk cloth and steam locomotives; textiles and continuous paper rolls; firearms and aircraft engines. What do these things have in common? All were manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ. In 17...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 101.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-centric experience for most of this 101.9-mile trip, as 96% of the route utilizes major parkways and expressways. The predominant road is the Garden State Parkway, where you'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 89.6 miles. This highway-focused profile means you'll be dealing with higher speeds and consistent road conditions for the majority of your drive. While there are brief transitions between roads like the Atlantic City Expressway and US 9, the overall character remains that of a swift, efficient transit rather than a winding, scenic exploration.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 89.6 mi on Garden State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and Atlantic City Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.8 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 101.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.4 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.4 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Atlantic City, NJ to Woodbridge, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Gsp North: New York along the way.
Gsp North: New York
7.8 mi in|~11m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 101.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 89.6 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $5.37 in tolls one way, starting with Garden State Parkway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Woodbridge, NJ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.4 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.4 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Gateway National Recreation Area and Morristown National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Woodbridge, NJ before heading back.
