This 99.1-mile drive from Linden, NJ, to Vineland, NJ, can be completed in about 2 hours and 10 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 73% of the journey on faster roads, and has an estimated fuel cost of $16. You'll spend most of your time on the New Jersey Turnpike before transitioning to US 206 and then 12th Street. This straightforward trip is perfect for a quick journey within the Northeast region, offering a practical way to get from point A to point B without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.6 miles from Linden, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 4m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New Jersey Turnpike
36.7 mi
42m
US 206
29.8 mi
38m
12th Street
6.5 mi
8m
Main Street
4.5 mi
6m
Landis Avenue
3.7 mi
5m
US 1
3.3 mi
5m
Lincoln Avenue
2.6 mi
3m
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 Linden, NJ and 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, TrentonUse 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: TrentonUse 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 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 relatively short 2-hour and 10-minute duration, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. Consider leaving early in the morning to avoid potential traffic on the New Jersey Turnpike, especially if traveling on a weekday. With 99.1 miles and a fuel cost of around $16, you won't need to worry extensively about frequent fuel stops, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. The longest stretch on the turnpike is substantial, so plan for any necessary breaks before or after that segment. Keep an eye on your GPS as you transition off the turnpike onto US 206 and then 12th Street to ensure you stay on track.
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 49.6 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 49.6 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 46m
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 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 99.1 miles and 2h 10m.
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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 17
5 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
$16.43 one way
$32.86 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$17.99
$35.99
premium
$4.93
$19.22
$38.44
diesel
$5.61
$21.88
$43.76
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
$16
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: 34.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.7
0
$10.41
$4.76
Efficient EV
24.8
0
$8.67
$3.96
EV Truck/SUV
39.6
0
$13.87
$6.34
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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Linden, NJ
Afternoon
in Linden on Sunday
Local time
2:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Vineland, NJ
Afternoon
in Vineland on Sunday
Local time
2:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Mostly Cloudy
E 5 mph0% chanceLive 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
6 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 10m on the road
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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for a significant portion of this trip, with 73% of the route utilizing faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 36.7 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike, offering a consistent pace for a good part of the journey. While the majority is on major roadways, you will transition to US 206 and then 12th Street, introducing some variation as you approach your destination. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, prioritizing getting you to Vineland.
73% 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 Effort9/10
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 99.1 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.
Between Linden, NJ and Vineland, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 501 West: Fords, Gsp North, Njtp, Njtp: New York City, Trenton and Njtp South: Trenton - among others.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 10m. Total distance: 99.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). 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 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 — 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 Vineland, NJ before heading back.
