Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
44.3 mi
71 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Middletown, NJ
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Crestwood Village, NJ
Peter Vang
Middletown, NJ to Crestwood Village, NJ is 44.3 miles and takes about 59 minutes via Garden State Parkway and CR 530, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive within the Northeast region, specifically within New Jersey. Given its short duration and highway-focused profile, this trip is ideal for a same-day excursion. You'll primarily be on major roads, making it a convenient option for a quick hop between locations. Plan for a simple, efficient journey with minimal fuss.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 29 mi | 34m |
| CR 530 | 5.9 mi | 9m |
| Middletown Lincroft Road | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| Dover Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Newman Springs Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Church Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Aster Place | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| US 9 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Middletown, NJ and Crestwood Village, NJ.
Start on CR 50
Turn left onto CR 50
Continue on CR 50
Turn left onto CR 520
Take the ramp
Merge onto GSP
Take the exit onto US 9
Keep slight left at fork
Turn right onto CR 619
Turn left onto CR 530
Turn slight right onto CR 530
Turn right onto Aster Place
Turn left onto Columbine Avenue
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 22.1 miles from Middletown, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.1 and 35.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Merge onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto US 9 toward CR 619 South, CR 530, US 9 South: South Toms River, Beachwood
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 CR 619, GSP South, GSP North: Jakes Branch County Park, Whiting
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto CR 619 / Double Trouble Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto CR 530 / Dover Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$7.34 one way
$14.69 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.04 | $16.09 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.59 | $17.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.78 | $19.56 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.74
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$2
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.65 | $2.13 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.88 | $1.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.20 | $2.84 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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 Middletown on Sunday
Local time
8:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Crestwood Village on Sunday
Local time
8:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
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
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.
This route is largely highway-focused, with 79% of the drive utilizing major roadways like the Garden State Parkway. Expect a mostly swift pace for the majority of your travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 29 miles on the Garden State Parkway, offering a consistent driving experience. While the bulk of the journey is on these faster roads, the introduction of CR 530 and Middletown Lincroft Road will bring you into more local driving conditions as you approach your destination. It's a blend that keeps things moving efficiently.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and CR 530. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.1 miles in near GSP / Garden State Parkway.
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 44.3 miles you will encounter 11 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 6.1 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.2 miles (US 9): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.2 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 Middletown, NJ and Crestwood Village, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll South, Cr 619 South, Cr 530, Beachwood, Cr 619 and Gsp South - among others.
Gsp Toll South
Cr 619 South
Cr 530
Beachwood
Cr 619
Gsp South
Gsp North: Jakes Branch County Park
Whiting
Cr 530: Manchester
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 44.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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