Great Wall Chinese Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Buena, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+18566978858
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
109.9 mi
177 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bayonne, NJ
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South Vineland, NJ
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This 118.6-mile journey from Bayonne, NJ, to South Vineland, NJ, is best tackled in a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 7 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $20, it's an economical option for a quick trip. The route primarily utilizes local roads, with no highway driving involved, making it a more involved, turn-heavy experience. Given its relatively short duration and local road profile, it offers flexibility for departure times and potential stops along the way. Both the origin and destination are within the Northeast region, keeping the drive contained within familiar territory.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.9 miles from Bayonne, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 44.8 mi | 51m |
| US 206 | 29.8 mi | 38m |
| 12th Street | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| Lincoln Avenue | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Main Street | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| NJ 440 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Buena-Hammonton Road | 2.3 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bayonne, NJ and South Vineland, NJ.
Start on Broadway
Turn right onto East 30th Street
Turn slight right onto NJ 440
Continue on NY 440
Keep slight left at fork onto Staten Island Expressway
Continue on I 278
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto US 206
Continue on US 206
Continue on US 206
Continue on US 206
Enter roundabout onto US 206
Continue on US 206
Continue on NJ 54
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54; CR 561
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on CR 619
Turn left onto CR 655
Turn right onto CR 552
Arrive at destination
Given the 2-hour, 7-minute duration and local road nature, you can easily complete this trip in one day. Consider departing earlier in the morning to avoid potential midday traffic, especially as you'll be on local roads. While there are no specific longer stretches noted, keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated $20 cost is based on the entire 118.6 miles. The 'turn-heavy' profile means staying attentive to your GPS or map is crucial; a good tip is to double-check upcoming turns a mile or so in advance to mentally prepare for them. Since this isn't a long haul, you have the flexibility to make spontaneous stops if you see something of interest.
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.
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 24 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.9 miles or 1h 8m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Vineland, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Bayonne, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Bayonne, NJ
This is one driving day of about 109.9 miles and 2h 23m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 54.9 miles from Bayonne, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Buena, New Jersey
Near the end, right off the route
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+18566978858
Beijing Restaurant
Southampton Township, New Jersey
Magnolia Restaurant
Vineland, New Jersey
Top Coffee Stop
Vineland, New Jersey
Near the end, right off the route
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
+18568255913
Near the end, right off the route
Buena, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+18566978858
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Southampton Township, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+16098590076
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Vineland, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–3 pm
+18568390702
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Vineland, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
+18566916095
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Millville, New Jersey
Hours: 10:30 am–3 pm
+18565068521
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Vineland, New Jersey
Hours: 10 am–7 pm
+18564050015
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Vineland, New Jersey
Hours: 9 am–7 pm
+18566909191
Near the end, short detour
Vineland, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm
+18562136706
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Vineland, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
+18568255913
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Robbinsville Twp, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Edison, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Monroe Township, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Cranbury, New Jersey
+18668167584
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
East Windsor, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Highland Park, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Hamilton Township, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Vineland, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: Closed
+19296146088
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 11 am–5 pm
+17187271135
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 10 am–10 pm
+13472367136
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+17187661755
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Woodbridge, New Jersey
Hours: 6 am–6 pm
+17327453900
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: Closed
+16316986230
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 10 am–7 pm
+17189678000
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 55.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto East 30th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 95 Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$18.22 one way
$36.44 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $19.96 | $39.91 |
| premium | $4.93 | $21.31 | $42.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.26 | $48.53 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.27
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
$18
Tolls
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33 | 0 | $11.54 | $5.28 |
| Efficient EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.62 | $4.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44 | 0 | $15.39 | $7.03 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Bayonne on Sunday
Local time
10:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Mostly Cloudy then Patchy Fog
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 18 at 1:02PM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Destination
Morning in South Vineland on Sunday
Local time
10:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Areas Of Fog then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 18 at 1:02PM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
52°F
Bristol, PA
55 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for the entirety of this 118.6-mile route, with a 0% highway share. This means you'll be navigating a series of local streets and roads, rather than a continuous high-speed journey. The lack of a 'longest stretch' mentioned suggests frequent intersections and changes in direction. This type of driving requires constant attention to navigation and speed limits as you move through various New Jersey communities. It's a drive where you'll be directly interacting with the local landscape, rather than bypassing it.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and US 206. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 30th Street.
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 13 significant decision points across 109.9 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: near the start (East 30th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bayonne, NJ and South Vineland, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Trenton, Trenton and Atlantic City.
Njtp South: Trenton
Trenton
Atlantic City
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 109.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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