Origin
Medford Lakes, NJ
Morning in Medford Lakes on Sunday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Medford Lakes, NJ to Toms River, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
38.1 mi
61 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Medford Lakes, NJ
David Kanigan
Toms River, NJ
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Medford Lakes to Toms River is 38.1 miles and takes about 1 hour via NJ 70, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, straightforward drive entirely within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It’s a practical option for a quick trip, offering a smooth transition between locations without extensive travel time. You'll find this route efficient for getting from one point to another with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 70 | 11.4 mi | 16m |
| NJ 70 East | 11.1 mi | 15m |
| CR 530 | 7.9 mi | 12m |
| Dover Road | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Skeet Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Stokes Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Mohawk Trail | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 70
— 11.4 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Medford Lakes, NJ and Toms River, NJ.
1
Start on Indian Trail
428 ft
·
20 sec
·
Indian Trail
2
Turn right onto Big Look Trail
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Big Look Trail
3
At end of road, turn left onto Bowker Road
357 ft
·
17 sec
·
Bowker Road
4
Turn right onto Mohawk Trail
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
Mohawk Trail
5
At end of road, turn left onto CR 541
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Stokes Road
6
Turn right onto Skeet Road
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Skeet Road
7
Turn right onto NJ 70
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 70
8
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
481 ft
·
6 sec
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
9
Continue on NJ 70
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
Use the straight lane.
10
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 East
441 ft
·
5 sec
·
NJ 70 East
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst
11
Continue on NJ 70 East
11 mi
·
15 min
·
NJ 70 East
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on NJ 70; CR 530
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 70; CR 530
13
Turn right onto CR 530; CR 539
7.9 mi
·
12 min
·
CR 530; CR 539
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn left onto CR 530
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Dover Road
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on CR 530
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Dover Road
16
Turn left onto CR 530
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
South Main Street
17
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 166
336 ft
·
7 sec
·
Atlantic City Boulevard
18
Continue on NJ 166
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Main Street
19
Turn right
78 ft
·
5 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19 miles from Medford Lakes, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 26.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Big Look Trail
Turn right onto Big Look Trail
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Bowker Road
At end of road, turn left onto Bowker Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Mohawk Trail
Turn right onto Mohawk Trail
Navigation decision point
6
6.2 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
6
26.1 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
CR 530; CR 539
Turn right onto CR 530; CR 539
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.32 one way
$12.63 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.92 | $13.84 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.39 | $14.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.41 | $16.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Toms River, NJ
Morning in Toms River on Sunday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
1h 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 is predominantly highway-focused, with 80% of the journey utilizing main roads like NJ 70 and CR 530. Expect a significant portion to be on faster-paced roads, making for an efficient transit. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.4 miles on NJ 70, offering a consistent pace for a good portion of the trip. The character of the drive is primarily one of steady movement, suitable for covering ground quickly.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.4 mi on NJ 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 70 and NJ 70 East. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Big Look Trail.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.1 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Big Look Trail): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Bowker Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Mohawk Trail): Navigation decision point.
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.
On the drive from Medford Lakes, NJ to Toms River, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Long Beach Island along the way.
Long Beach Island
6.2 mi in
|
~13m
|
via NJ 70
About the Cities
Arriving in Toms River, NJ
Full guide →Toms River is the county seat of Ocean County, New Jersey. It is a few miles west of the beaches of the Jersey Shore Region, midway between New York and Philadelphia and a short distance from Atlantic City. Toms River is easy to get to by car as the Garden State Parkway bisects the town, and it is served by express bus service to and from New York City.
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 1h. Total distance: 38.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.4 miles on NJ 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Big Look Trail): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Bowker Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Mohawk Trail): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Toms River, 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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