Origin
Clinton, NJ
Night in Clinton on Saturday
Local time
9:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clinton, NJ to South Vineland, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 47m
Distance
125.5 mi
202 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 37m
★
6 AM
2h 48m
8 AM
3h 9m
10 AM
2h 55m
12 PM
2h 53m
3 PM
2h 56m
5 PM
3h 8m
8 PM
2h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clinton, NJ
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South Vineland, NJ
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Trip Overview
Embark on a 138.8-mile journey from Clinton, NJ, to South Vineland, NJ, a drive that will take approximately 2 hours and 27 minutes. This route is entirely within New Jersey and stays off major highways, offering a local feel throughout. With a projected fuel cost of around $23, this trip is quite budget-friendly. Given its manageable length and duration, this drive is perfectly suited for a single-day adventure, allowing you plenty of flexibility. It's a straightforward trip that keeps you on familiar roads without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
62.8 miles from Clinton, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 36.7 mi | 42m |
| US 206 | 29.8 mi | 38m |
| Garden State Parkway | 13.3 mi | 18m |
| Essex Freeway | 9.4 mi | 11m |
| 12th Street | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| Lincoln Avenue | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Main Street | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Buena-Hammonton Road | 2.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 36.7 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton, NJ and South Vineland, NJ.
1
Start on CR 625
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Hollywood Avenue
2
At end of road, turn left onto CR 626
347 ft
·
11 sec
·
Horseneck Road
3
Turn right onto CR 627
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Plymouth Street
4
Turn slight right onto US 46
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 46
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
280 ft
·
7 sec
6
Continue on this road
411 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
7
Turn straight onto Old Bloomfield Avenue
107 ft
·
3 sec
·
Old Bloomfield Avenue
8
Turn right onto New Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
New Road
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on New Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
New Road
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 280 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 280
9.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Essex Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 11A
Toward Harrison Street, Clinton Street, East Orange
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn straight onto Freeway Drive East
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Freeway Drive East
14
Turn right onto South Oraton Parkway
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
South Oraton Parkway
15
Continue on Whittlesey Avenue
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Whittlesey Avenue
16
Turn straight onto Maybaum Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Maybaum Avenue
17
Continue on Oraton Parkway
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Oraton Parkway
Use the straight lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto Oraton Parkway
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Oraton Parkway
Use the straight lane.
19
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward GSP Toll South
20
Merge onto GSP
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on Garden State Parkway
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Garden State Parkway Southbound
22
Take the exit onto Exit 129
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Exit 129
Exit 129
Toward I 95, NJTP, US 9, NJ 440, I 287: New York City, Philadelphia, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy
Use the slight right lane.
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Philadelphia
Use the slight left lane.
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
25
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Use the slight left lane.
26
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Use the slight left lane.
27
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
37 mi
·
42 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 7
Toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
29
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL
Use the slight left lane.
30
Merge onto US 206
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 206
31
Continue on US 206
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
US 206
Use the straight lane.
32
Continue on US 206
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
US 206
Use the straight lane.
33
Continue on US 206
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street
34
Enter roundabout onto US 206
486 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 206
Toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City
35
Continue on US 206
18 mi
·
23 min
·
US 206
Toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City
Use the left lane.
36
Continue on NJ 54
501 ft
·
11 sec
·
Bellevue Avenue/END Route 54
Use the straight lane.
37
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 54
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Bellevue Avenue
38
Continue on NJ 54; CR 561
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
12th Street
39
Continue on NJ 54
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Buena-Hammonton Road
40
Continue on NJ 54
0.7 mi
·
52 sec
·
Hammonton Road
41
Continue on NJ 54
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Blue Anchor Road
42
Continue on CR 619
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Wheat Road
43
Turn left onto CR 655
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Lincoln Avenue
44
Turn right onto CR 552
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Sherman Avenue
45
Arrive at destination
CR 552
Trip Plan
To make the most of this turn-heavy, 138.8-mile drive, consider departing mid-morning to avoid potential rush hour traffic in the Clinton area. Since there are no designated stops and the drive is just under 2.5 hours, you won't need to plan for extensive breaks. However, keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $23. The flexibility of this route means you can easily adjust your pace. For a practical tip, be sure to have your GPS or preferred navigation app ready, as the numerous turns on local roads can be disorienting if you're not familiar with them.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 62.8 miles from Clinton, NJ, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.7 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 28 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.8 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Vineland, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clinton, 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 Clinton, NJ
This is one driving day of about 125.5 miles and 2h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Clinton, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on New Jersey Turnpike for about 36.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.8 miles from Clinton, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 255 decision points cluster between mile 13.8 and 70.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
13.8 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward Harrison Street, Clinton Street, East Orange
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 11A
Toward Harrison Street, Clinton Street, East Or...
8
32.1 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
Exit 129
Take the exit onto Exit 129 toward I 95, NJTP, US 9, NJ 440, I 287: New York City, Philadelphia, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy
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 129
Toward I 95, NJTP, US 9, NJ 440, I 287: New Yor...
8
32.4 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Philadelphia
9
33 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Keep slight left 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
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
8
70.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 7
Toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.81 one way
$41.61 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $22.79 | $45.58 |
| premium | $4.93 | $24.34 | $48.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.71 | $55.42 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.08
New Jersey Turnpike
(36.7 mi)
$5.14
Garden State Parkway
(15.6 mi)
$0.94
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
$21
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.7 | 0 | $13.18 | $6.02 |
| Efficient EV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.98 | $5.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.2 | 0 | $17.57 | $8.03 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
South Vineland, NJ
Night in South Vineland on Saturday
Local time
9:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Bristol, PA
63 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
12 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 47m 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...
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
$10
near mile 14.4
Park Closure: Glenmont Mansion and Grounds Closed
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
7 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Morristown National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
11 mi from route
~28 min detour
Free
near mile 4.8
View on nps.gov
Gateway National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
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...
20 mi from route
~49 min detour
Free
near mile 19.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is characterized by its frequent turns, making it a decidedly local experience with no highway segments. You'll navigate primarily via Horseneck Road, Plymouth Street, and Old Bloomfield Avenue. The absence of highway driving means you'll be at lower speeds for the entire 138.8 miles. While there's no single longest stretch of uninterrupted road, the constant engagement with local streets defines the character of this journey. Expect a continuous series of intersections and changes in direction as you make your way across the state.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
45 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.7 mi on New Jersey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 around 13.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 25 significant decision points across 125.5 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 13.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.1 miles (Exit 129): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Clinton, NJ and South Vineland, NJ, road signs point toward Orange, Gsp Toll South, Njtp, Philadelphia, Woodbridge and Perth Amboy - among others.
Orange
13.8 mi in
|
~19m
Gsp Toll South
16.3 mi in
|
~24m
Njtp
32.1 mi in
|
~46m
|
via Exit 129
Philadelphia
32.1 mi in
|
~46m
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via Exit 129
Woodbridge
32.1 mi in
|
~46m
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via Exit 129
Perth Amboy
32.1 mi in
|
~46m
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via Exit 129
Njtp: New York City
32.4 mi in
|
~46m
Njtp South: Trenton
33 mi in
|
~48m
Trenton
70.4 mi in
|
~1h 32m
Atlantic City
88.1 mi in
|
~1h 55m
|
via US 206
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 47m. Total distance: 125.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.7 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.08 in tolls one way, starting with New Jersey Turnpike. 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 South Vineland, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 13.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.1 miles (Exit 129): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park 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 South Vineland, NJ before heading back.
How this page is built
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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