Traveling from Fort Lee to Vineland covers 130.1 miles across the state of New Jersey. You should budget approximately 2 hours and 17 minutes of drive time for this journey. Since the route is entirely local, you can easily complete this trip in a single day, making an overnight stay unnecessary. Plan to set aside about $22 for fuel expenses depending on your vehicle's efficiency. Because this path avoids major highways, you will experience a different side of the Northeast region compared to the typical interstate commute.
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
60.4 miles from Fort Lee, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 16m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur
61.6 mi
1h 14m
US 206
29.8 mi
38m
12th Street
6.5 mi
8m
Main Street
4.5 mi
6m
Landis Avenue
3.7 mi
5m
Lincoln Avenue
2.6 mi
3m
Buena-Hammonton Road
2.3 mi
2m
Bellevue Avenue
1.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur
— 61.6 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Lee, NJ and Vineland, NJ.
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Start on NJ 67
0.4 mi·37 sec·Lemoine Avenue
2
Continue on NJ 67
0.6 mi·1 min·Palisade Avenue
3
Turn slight right onto Central Boulevard
0.9 mi·1 min·Central Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto 5th Street
0.2 mi·24 sec·5th Street
5
Take the ramp
494 ft·12 sec
Toward US 46 West
6
Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46
0.9 mi·1 min·US 1; US 9; US 46
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 95 South, I 80 West: NJ Turnpike, Teaneck RoadUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
340 ft·8 sec
Toward I 95 South, I 80 West: NJ TurnpikeUse the slight left lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·2 min
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: NewarkUse the straight lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·49 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: TrentonUse the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
2.0 mi·2 min·New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi·43 sec
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
13
Merge onto I 95
7.4 mi·10 min·New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; NJTP
52 mi·1 hr 1 min·New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 7Toward US 206: Bordentown, TrentonUse the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDLUse the slight left lane.
17
Merge onto US 206
0.2 mi·12 sec·US 206
18
Continue on US 206
7.5 mi·8 min·US 206
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 206
4.5 mi·5 min·US 206
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on US 206
4.5 mi·6 min·Main Street
21
Enter roundabout onto US 206
486 ft·6 sec·US 206
Toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City
22
Continue on US 206
18 mi·23 min·US 206
Toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic CityUse the left lane.
23
Continue on NJ 54
501 ft·11 sec·Bellevue Avenue/END Route 54
Use the straight lane.
24
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 54
1.1 mi·2 min·Bellevue Avenue
25
Continue on NJ 54; CR 561
6.5 mi·8 min·12th Street
26
Continue on NJ 54
2.3 mi·2 min·Buena-Hammonton Road
27
Continue on NJ 54
0.7 mi·52 sec·Hammonton Road
28
Continue on NJ 54
1.1 mi·1 min·Blue Anchor Road
29
Continue on CR 619
0.2 mi·21 sec·Wheat Road
30
Turn left onto CR 655
2.6 mi·3 min·Lincoln Avenue
31
Turn right onto CR 540
3.7 mi·5 min·Landis Avenue
32
Arrive at destination
Landis Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the local nature of these roads, flexibility is your greatest advantage for this 130.1-mile journey. Since there are zero official stops listed, consider mapping out your own breaks in advance to manage the nearly 2.5-hour duration comfortably. Traffic patterns on local streets can be unpredictable, so try to depart during off-peak hours to avoid heavy congestion at intersections. Keep a close eye on your GPS, as the reliance on local roads like 5th Street and Central Boulevard means you will need to watch for frequent turn signals. Planning for a steady pace will help you navigate the turns efficiently without feeling rushed.
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 60.4 miles from Fort Lee, NJ, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.6 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 27 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.4 miles or 1h 16m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Vineland, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fort Lee, 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 Fort Lee, NJ
This is one driving day of about 120.8 miles and 2h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Fort Lee, 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 Western Spur for about 61.6 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.1 and 67.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
3.1 mi into trip|~5m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South, I 80 West: NJ Turnpike, Teaneck Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 South, I 80 West: NJ Turnpike, Tean...
9
3.3 mi into trip|~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, I 80 West: NJ Turnpike
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, I 80 West: NJ Turnpike
8
3.4 mi into trip|~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Newark
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Newark
8
4.3 mi into trip|~8m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
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67.1 mi into trip|~1h 24m 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
$20.03 one way
$40.05 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$21.93
$43.87
premium
$4.93
$23.43
$46.86
diesel
$5.61
$26.67
$53.34
Estimated Tolls: $8.63
New Jersey Turnpike
(61.6 mi)$8.63
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
$20
Tolls
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.2
0
$12.68
$5.80
Efficient EV
30.2
0
$10.57
$4.83
EV Truck/SUV
48.3
0
$16.91
$7.73
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Fort Lee, NJ
Night
in Fort Lee on Saturday
Local time
10:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Vineland, NJ
Night
in Vineland on Saturday
Local time
10:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Bristol, PA
60 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
9 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 37m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route relies on roads like Palisade Avenue, Central Boulevard, and 5th Street to navigate toward your destination. With a highway share of 0%, you won’t find any long, uninterrupted stretches of high-speed pavement here. The character of the drive is defined by frequent turns, requiring your full attention as you transition between local corridors. It is a hands-on experience that favors careful navigation over mindless cruising.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.6 mi on New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur and US 206. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 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 19 significant decision points across 120.8 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 3.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.4 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.
Between Fort Lee, NJ and Vineland, NJ, road signs point toward Trenton and Atlantic City.
Trenton
67.1 mi in|~1h 24m
Atlantic City
84.8 mi in|~1h 48m|via US 206
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 37m. Total distance: 120.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 37m 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 61.6 miles on New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $8.63 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 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 3.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Vineland, NJ before heading back.
