Restaurant Lorena's
Near the start, right off the route
Maplewood, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–11 pm
+19737634460
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 27m
Distance
109.4 mi
176 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.
Maplewood, NJ
Thomas Parker
South Vineland, NJ
Wikimedia Commons
This 109.4-mile journey from Maplewood, NJ, to South Vineland, NJ, is a manageable one-day road trip, estimated to take about 2 hours and 27 minutes. Primarily utilizing the New Jersey Turnpike, US 206, and the Garden State Parkway, this drive is largely highway-focused, making it efficient for getting from point A to point B. With an estimated fuel cost of $18, it's an economical option for a quick getaway within the Northeast region. The route is straightforward, with no designated stops, suggesting a direct and purposeful travel experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.7 miles from Maplewood, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 36.7 mi | 42m |
| US 206 | 29.8 mi | 38m |
| Garden State Parkway | 10.6 mi | 14m |
| 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 |
| Garden State Parkway Southbound | 2.3 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Maplewood, NJ and South Vineland, NJ.
Start on Dunnell Road
Turn left onto Oakview Avenue
Turn right onto Oakland Road
At end of road, turn left onto Tuscan Road
Turn right onto Vermont Street
Turn left onto NJ 124
Turn sharp right onto Boyden Avenue
Continue on CR 619
Turn slight right onto Mill Road
Turn right onto North Union Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto North Union Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto GSP
Continue on Garden State Parkway
Take the exit onto Exit 129
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left 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 relatively short 2 hour and 27 minute duration, this drive from Maplewood to South Vineland offers flexibility. Consider an early morning departure to avoid potential traffic on the New Jersey Turnpike, especially if traveling on a weekday. With 109.4 miles to cover and an estimated $18 fuel cost, planning for one fuel stop is likely unnecessary unless your vehicle has a very small tank. The longest stretch on the Turnpike is a good segment to be mindful of your fuel level before entering it, as it's a significant portion of the drive without immediate exit options for gas stations.
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 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.7 miles or 1h 13m 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Vineland, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Maplewood, 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 Maplewood, NJ
This is one driving day of about 109.4 miles and 2h 27m.
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 54.7 miles from Maplewood, 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
Maplewood, New Jersey
Near the start, right off the route
Hours: 11 am–11 pm
+19737634460
Great Wall Chinese Restaurant
Buena, New Jersey
Oasis Restaurant
Cranford, New Jersey
Top Coffee Stop
Vineland, New Jersey
Near the end, right off the route
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
+18568255913
Near the start, right off the route
Maplewood, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–11 pm
+19737634460
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Buena, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+18566978858
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Cranford, New Jersey
Hours: 12–9:30 pm
+19089676161
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
South Orange Village, New Jersey
Hours: 12–3 pm
+19737624440
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, 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 websiteNear the start, right off the route
Maplewood, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Edison, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Edison, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
East Windsor, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Monroe Township, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Vauxhall, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18774943833
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Highland Park, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Woodbridge, New Jersey
Hours: 6 am–6 pm
+17327453900
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Vineland, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cranford, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+19085274900
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Westfield, New Jersey
Hours: 5 am–9 pm
+19082330028
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
Mountainside, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
Near the start, ~9 min detour
Springfield, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+19085274900
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
Perth Amboy, New Jersey
+17326979500
Visit websiteNear the start, ~10 min detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: Closed
+19296146088
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 16 and 55.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
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
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
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
$18.14 one way
$36.27 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $19.86 | $39.73 |
| premium | $4.93 | $21.22 | $42.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.15 | $48.31 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.92
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
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.3 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 | 32.8 | 0 | $11.49 | $5.25 |
| Efficient EV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.57 | $4.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.8 | 0 | $15.32 | $7.00 |
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 Maplewood on Sunday
Local time
6:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in South Vineland on Sunday
Local time
6:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
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
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with 73% of the route taking place on major roadways. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch at 36.7 miles along the New Jersey Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. The character of the drive is largely defined by these high-speed corridors, interspersed with segments on US 206 and the Garden State Parkway. While not a winding scenic route, it offers a predictable and efficient way to cover the distance, allowing you to maintain momentum for most of the journey.
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 16 miles in near Exit 129.
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 23 significant decision points across 109.4 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 16 miles (Exit 129): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17 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 Maplewood, NJ and South Vineland, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp, Philadelphia, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy, Njtp: New York City and Njtp South: Trenton - among others.
Njtp
Philadelphia
Woodbridge
Perth Amboy
Njtp: New York City
Njtp South: Trenton
Trenton
Atlantic City
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 27m. Total distance: 109.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). 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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