Traveling from Middletown to Vineland covers 96.9 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 14 minutes. Because this route is a straightforward, highway-focused drive, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $16 on fuel for the journey. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast region of New Jersey, the transit remains relatively consistent in terms of climate and suburban landscape. It is a highly practical connection for those looking to reach South Jersey efficiently without the need for multiple stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.4 miles from Middletown, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 7m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
NJ 70
33.8 mi
48m
Garden State Parkway
19.6 mi
22m
US 206
17.8 mi
23m
12th Street
6.5 mi
8m
Middletown Lincroft Road
4.4 mi
7m
Landis Avenue
3.7 mi
5m
Lincoln Avenue
2.6 mi
3m
Buena-Hammonton Road
2.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
NJ 70
— 33.8 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middletown, NJ and Vineland, NJ.
1
Start on CR 50
35 ft·7 sec·Kings Highway
2
Turn left onto CR 50
0.3 mi·34 sec·Church Street
3
Continue on CR 50
4.4 mi·7 min·Middletown Lincroft Road
4
Turn left onto CR 520
1.1 mi·1 min·Newman Springs Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward GSP Toll South
6
Merge onto GSP
20 mi·22 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 89C-B-AToward NJ 70, CR 528: Lakehurst, BrickUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·50 sec
Exit 89B-AToward NJ 70: Brick, Lakehurst
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 89BToward NJ 70 West: LakehurstUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto NJ 70
9.0 mi·14 min·NJ 70
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Enter roundabout
0.1 mi·11 sec
Toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix, Cherry Hill
12
Continue
260 ft·4 sec
Toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix, Cherry Hill
13
Continue on NJ 70
17 mi·23 min·NJ 70
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
444 ft·5 sec·NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
15
Continue on NJ 70
7.7 mi·10 min·NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
16
Enter roundabout onto US 206
0.2 mi·11 sec·US 206
Toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City
17
Continue on US 206
18 mi·23 min·US 206
Toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic CityUse the left lane.
18
Continue on NJ 54
501 ft·11 sec·Bellevue Avenue/END Route 54
Use the straight lane.
19
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 54
1.1 mi·2 min·Bellevue Avenue
20
Continue on NJ 54; CR 561
6.5 mi·8 min·12th Street
21
Continue on NJ 54
2.3 mi·2 min·Buena-Hammonton Road
22
Continue on NJ 54
0.7 mi·52 sec·Hammonton Road
23
Continue on NJ 54
1.1 mi·1 min·Blue Anchor Road
24
Continue on CR 619
0.2 mi·21 sec·Wheat Road
25
Turn left onto CR 655
2.6 mi·3 min·Lincoln Avenue
26
Turn right onto CR 540
3.7 mi·5 min·Landis Avenue
27
Arrive at destination
Landis Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 2-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on the Garden State Parkway is always a smart move. Because the route is direct and requires zero scheduled stops, you can easily complete the trip in one go without needing to plan for long breaks. Keep in mind that the $16 fuel estimate is based on standard driving conditions, so consider topping off your tank before you leave Middletown to avoid any mid-trip stress. As you navigate the 33.8-mile stretch on NJ 70, stay alert for changes in speed limits as the road transitions between different municipal zones.
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 48.4 miles from Middletown, NJ, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.8 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 21 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.4 miles or 1h 7m 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 50m
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 Middletown, 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 Middletown, NJ
This is one driving day of about 96.9 miles and 2h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Middletown, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on NJ 70 for about 33.8 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 25.7 and 53 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
25.7 mi into trip|~33m in
Take the exit toward NJ 70, CR 528: Lakehurst, Brick
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 89C-B-A
Toward NJ 70, CR 528: Lakehurst, Brick
7
26 mi into trip|~34m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 70: Brick, Lakehurst
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 89B-A
Toward NJ 70: Brick, Lakehurst
8
26.4 mi into trip|~34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 70 West: Lakehurst
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 89B
Toward NJ 70 West: Lakehurst
6
35.8 mi into trip|~50m in
Enter roundabout toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix, Cherry Hill
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix,...
6
53 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.06 one way
$32.13 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$17.59
$35.19
premium
$4.93
$18.79
$37.58
diesel
$5.61
$21.39
$42.79
Estimated Tolls: $1.18
Garden State Parkway
(19.6 mi)$1.18
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
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.1
0
$10.17
$4.65
Efficient EV
24.2
0
$8.48
$3.88
EV Truck/SUV
38.8
0
$13.57
$6.20
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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 16, 2026
Origin
Middletown, NJ
Morning
in Middletown on Sunday
Local time
6:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Vineland, NJ
Morning
in Vineland on Sunday
Local time
6:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
11 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 14m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a trip that leans heavily on major thoroughfares, as 74% of your travel occurs on highways. You will navigate a combination of the Garden State Parkway, US 206, and NJ 70, which provides a reliable, high-speed experience. The most significant portion of your drive involves a 33.8-mile stretch on NJ 70, offering a steady rhythm behind the wheel. While the route is functional rather than scenic, the transition between these major roads keeps the drive moving at a consistent pace. Overall, the road personality is defined by efficiency, prioritizing speed and directness over winding secondary paths.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.8 mi on NJ 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 70 and Garden State Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 25.7 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 96.9 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 25.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.4 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 Middletown, NJ and Vineland, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll South, Cr 528: Lakehurst, Brick, Lakehurst, Cherry Hill and Atlantic City.
Gsp Toll South
5.8 mi in|~10m
Cr 528: Lakehurst
25.7 mi in|~33m
Brick
25.7 mi in|~33m
Lakehurst
26 mi in|~34m
Cherry Hill
35.8 mi in|~50m
Atlantic City
60.8 mi in|~1h 24m|via US 206
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 14m. Total distance: 96.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.8 miles on NJ 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.18 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 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 25.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Vineland, NJ before heading back.
