Origin
Linden, NJ
Morning in Linden on Sunday
Local time
10:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Linden, NJ to South Vineland, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 13m
Distance
100.5 mi
162 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 4m
★
6 AM
2h 13m
8 AM
2h 32m
10 AM
2h 20m
12 PM
2h 18m
3 PM
2h 21m
5 PM
2h 31m
8 PM
2h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Linden, NJ
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South Vineland, NJ
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Trip Overview
This 100.5-mile drive from Linden, NJ, to South Vineland, NJ, is easily manageable in about 2 hours and 13 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. The route primarily utilizes the New Jersey Turnpike and US 206, with a portion on 12th Street. Given its highway-focused profile and 72% highway share, expect a relatively straightforward journey. With an estimated fuel cost of $17, this trip offers an economical way to travel within the Northeast region. You won't need to plan for overnight stops, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.3 miles from Linden, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 36.7 mi | 42m |
| US 206 | 29.8 mi | 38m |
| 12th Street | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| Lincoln Avenue | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Main Street | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| US 1 | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Buena-Hammonton Road | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| US 9 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 36.7 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Linden, NJ and South Vineland, NJ.
1
Start on West 12th Street
268 ft
·
13 sec
·
West 12th Street
2
Turn right onto South Stiles Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
South Stiles Street
3
Turn left onto US 1; US 9
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East Edgar Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Continue on US 1; US 9
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
US 1; US 9
5
Continue on US 1; US 9
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the straight lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 9
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US 9
Toward Shore Points
7
Take the exit
510 ft
·
14 sec
Toward NJ 184 West, CR 501 West: Fords
8
Continue on King George's Post Road
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
King George's Post Road
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward GSP North, I 95, NJTP
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Use the slight left lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Use the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
37 mi
·
42 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 7
Toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL
Use 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 City
Use 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
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Lincoln Avenue
31
Turn right onto CR 552
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Sherman Avenue
32
Arrive at destination
CR 552
Trip Plan
Consider an early morning departure to avoid potential traffic on the New Jersey Turnpike, especially if you're traveling on a weekday. Since this is a relatively short, one-day trip of just over 100 miles, you have the flexibility to depart when it suits you best. With only a 2 hour and 13 minute estimated drive time, you may not need extensive rest stops, but it's always wise to take breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, particularly before embarking on the longest stretch on the New Jersey Turnpike, to ensure a smooth journey.
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 50.3 miles from Linden, NJ, or about 1h 4m 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 22 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.3 miles or 1h 4m 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 48m
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 Linden, 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 Linden, NJ
This is one driving day of about 100.5 miles and 2h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Linden, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
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
50 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.3 miles from Linden, 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 7.5 and 46.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
7.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, 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, NJTP: New York City, Trenton
9
8 mi into trip
|
~13m 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
6
8.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
8
45.4 mi into trip
|
~57m 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
7
46.1 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.66 one way
$33.32 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $18.25 | $36.50 |
| premium | $4.93 | $19.49 | $38.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.19 | $44.38 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.14
New Jersey Turnpike
(36.7 mi)
$5.14
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: 35.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.55 | $4.82 |
| Efficient EV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.79 | $4.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.2 | 0 | $14.07 | $6.43 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Morning in South Vineland on Sunday
Local time
10:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Bristol, PA
50 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
11 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 13m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive leans heavily towards highway travel, with 72% of the route on faster roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 36.7 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike, which forms the longest uninterrupted segment. While the New Jersey Turnpike offers efficient travel, the transition to US 206 and then 12th Street will introduce more varied road conditions. Expect a consistent pace for much of the journey, punctuated by changes as you move between major arteries and local thoroughfares.
72% 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: 36.7 mi on New Jersey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 7.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 17 significant decision points across 100.5 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 7.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Linden, NJ and South Vineland, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 501 West: Fords, Gsp North, Njtp, Njtp: New York City, Trenton and Njtp South: Trenton - among others.
Cr 501 West: Fords
7 mi in
|
~11m
Gsp North
7.2 mi in
|
~12m
Njtp
7.2 mi in
|
~12m
Njtp: New York City
7.5 mi in
|
~12m
Trenton
7.5 mi in
|
~12m
Njtp South: Trenton
8 mi in
|
~13m
Atlantic City
63.1 mi in
|
~1h 21m
|
via US 206
About the Cities
Starting in Linden, NJ
Full guide →Linden is a city of 42,000 people (2019) in New Jersey. Linden is a regional hub of Polish immigration and features a significant number of establishments featuring the food and culture of Poland.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 13m. Total distance: 100.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). 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 $5.14 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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