If you are planning a trip from Maurice River to Hamilton, New Jersey, expect a journey covering 105.6 miles. This route takes approximately 1 hour and 53 minutes to complete, making it an ideal day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via local roads like Miller Avenue, Memorial Avenue, and Main Street, as this path avoids highways entirely. Budget roughly $17 for fuel to cover the distance. Since both the start and end points are located within the Northeast region, you will remain in a familiar environment throughout the entire drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.9 miles from Maurice River, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 21m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Garden State Parkway
56.5 mi
1h 6m
Harding Highway
5.9 mi
7m
Port Elizabeth-Cumberland Road
4.9 mi
8m
Pomona Road
4.8 mi
8m
Millville Road
4.8 mi
7m
Union Road
4.2 mi
7m
Wrangleboro Road
2.9 mi
5m
North Avenue
2.5 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 56.5 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maurice River, NJ and Hamilton, NJ.
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Start on this road
0.1 mi·48 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto Miller Avenue
0.2 mi·46 sec·Miller Avenue
3
Turn slight left onto Memorial Avenue
0.6 mi·2 min·Memorial Avenue
4
Turn right onto CR 553
303 ft·11 sec·Main Street
5
Turn left onto CR 649
2.5 mi·4 min·North Avenue
6
Turn right onto CR 649
2.0 mi·3 min·Mauricetown Bypass
7
Continue on CR 670
1.5 mi·2 min·Mauricetown Road
8
Continue on CR 670
0.1 mi·18 sec·Mauricetown-Crossway Road
9
Turn left onto NJ 47; NJ 347
0.3 mi·22 sec·New Stage Road
10
Continue on NJ 47
1.2 mi·1 min·Delsea Drive
11
Turn slight right onto CR 646
4.9 mi·8 min·Port Elizabeth-Cumberland Road
12
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 49
0.5 mi·44 sec·East Main Street
13
Turn right onto CR 671
4.2 mi·7 min·Union Road
14
Turn right onto CR 552
0.7 mi·1 min·Mays Landing Road
15
Continue on CR 552
2.4 mi·3 min·Millville-Mays Landing Road
16
Continue on CR 552
1.5 mi·2 min·Broad Street
17
Continue on CR 552; CR 557 Truck
4.8 mi·7 min·Millville Road
18
Merge onto US 40; CR 557 Truck
1.6 mi·2 min·Harding Highway
19
Turn right onto CR 617
522 ft·12 sec·Absecon Road
20
Continue on CR 617
0.3 mi·40 sec·Somers Point Road
21
Continue on US 40
4.3 mi·5 min·Harding Highway
Use the straight lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 40
0.2 mi·21 sec·US 40
Toward US 40, US 322 East: Atlantic City
23
Merge onto US 40; US 322
0.2 mi·15 sec·Black Horse Pike
24
Take the exit
0.1 mi·23 sec
25
Continue on CR 575
2.9 mi·5 min·Wrangleboro Road
Use the left lane.
26
Continue on CR 575
4.8 mi·8 min·Pomona Road
Use the straight lane.
27
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward GSP Toll North
28
Merge onto GSP
9.1 mi·10 min·Garden State Parkway
29
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP
47 mi·55 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
30
Take the exit
0.4 mi·46 sec
Exit 100AToward NJ 33 East: Ocean Grove, Bradley BeachUse the slight right lane.
31
Merge onto NJ 33
0.5 mi·58 sec·NJ 33
32
Turn right onto (17)
0.2 mi·31 sec·Old Corlies Avenue
33
Turn right onto Gully Road
155 ft·4 sec·Gully Road
34
Arrive at destination
Gully Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 1-hour and 53-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 105.6-mile distance in one go, as there are no mandated stops required to manage your fatigue. Keep in mind that because the route relies exclusively on local roads, your travel time may fluctuate based on local traffic density and turn-heavy segments. Before you head out, ensure your vehicle is fueled up, as the $17 estimated cost is best handled before you hit the road. A helpful tip for this specific trip is to account for the frequent turns by checking your navigation app frequently, as the reliance on local streets like Main Street can be easy to miss if you are not paying close attention to your route.
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 49.9 miles from Maurice River, NJ, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.5 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 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.9 miles or 1h 21m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hamilton, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Maurice River, 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 Maurice River, NJ
This is one driving day of about 99.8 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Maurice River, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Garden State Parkway for about 56.5 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 7.1 and 98.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
7.1 mi into trip|~15m in|NJ 47; NJ 347 / New Stage Road
Turn left onto NJ 47; NJ 347 / New Stage Road
Navigation decision point
6
33.7 mi into trip|~57m in|US 40
Keep slight right at fork onto US 40 toward US 40, US 322 East: Atlantic City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 40, US 322 East: Atlantic City
5
41.9 mi into trip|~1h 11m in
Take the ramp toward GSP Toll North
Navigation decision point
Toward GSP Toll North
6
51.3 mi into trip|~1h 23m in|GSP / Garden State Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
98.7 mi into trip|~2h 18m in
Take the exit toward NJ 33 East: Ocean Grove, Bradley Beach
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 100A
Toward NJ 33 East: Ocean Grove, Bradley Beach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.55 one way
$33.09 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$18.12
$36.24
premium
$4.93
$19.35
$38.71
diesel
$5.61
$22.03
$44.07
Estimated Tolls: $3.39
Garden State Parkway
(56.5 mi)$3.39
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
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.9 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
29.9
0
$10.48
$4.79
Efficient EV
25
0
$8.73
$3.99
EV Truck/SUV
39.9
0
$13.97
$6.39
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 15, 2026
Origin
Maurice River, NJ
Morning
in Maurice River on Sunday
Local time
9:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hamilton, NJ
Morning
in Hamilton on Sunday
Local time
9:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Bass River, NJ
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
8 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 20m 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.
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...
26 mi from route
~66 min detour
Free
near mile 99.8
Park Closure: Dead Horse Bay (Brooklyn) Remains Closed to the Public
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Because this route features a zero percent highway share, you will be navigating through local intersections rather than cruising along high-speed interstates. The personality of this drive is strictly technical, requiring you to manage constant changes in direction as you transition between Miller Avenue, Memorial Avenue, and Main Street. Unlike a monotonous highway slog, this path keeps you engaged with the local road network for the duration of the 105.6-mile trek. Expect a steady, hands-on experience that favors careful navigation over raw speed.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.5 mi on Garden State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.1 miles in near NJ 47; NJ 347 / New Stage Road.
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 19 significant decision points across 99.8 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 7.1 miles (NJ 47; NJ 347 / New Stage Road): Navigation decision point; at 33.7 miles (US 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Maurice River, NJ to Hamilton, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Gsp Toll North along the way.
Gsp Toll North
41.9 mi in|~1h 11m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 20m. Total distance: 99.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.5 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.39 in tolls one way, starting with Garden State Parkway. 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 Hamilton, 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 7.1 miles (NJ 47; NJ 347 / New Stage Road): Navigation decision point; at 33.7 miles (US 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes — Gateway National Recreation Area. 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 Hamilton, NJ before heading back.
