Planning a trip from Newark, NJ to Atlantic County, NJ? This drive covers 106.7 miles and is estimated to take about 2 hours and 19 minutes, making it a very manageable one-day excursion. The route is heavily highway-focused, with 88% of the journey on major roads like the New Jersey Turnpike and the Atlantic City Expressway. With a projected fuel cost of around $18, this is an economical option for a quick getaway within the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive that gets you to your destination efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.4 miles from Newark, 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
New Jersey Turnpike
47.3 mi
55m
US 206
29.8 mi
38m
Atlantic City Expressway
13.8 mi
16m
Main Street
4.5 mi
6m
12th Street
2.1 mi
3m
US 1
1.7 mi
2m
McCarter Highway
1.5 mi
3m
Bellevue Avenue
1.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 47.3 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newark, NJ and Atlantic County, NJ.
1
Start on CR 510
0.2 mi·34 sec·Market Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Turn right onto Mulberry Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Mulberry Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn slight right onto NJ 21
1.5 mi·3 min·McCarter Highway
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto US 1; US 9
0.2 mi·17 sec·US 1; US 9
5
Continue on US 1; US 9
1.5 mi·2 min·US 1; US 9
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi·15 sec
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
7
Continue on NJ 81
1.1 mi·2 min·NJ 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
315 ft·7 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: TrentonUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·38 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
10
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
47 mi·55 min·New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 7Toward US 206: Bordentown, TrentonUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDLUse the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto US 206
0.2 mi·12 sec·US 206
14
Continue on US 206
7.5 mi·8 min·US 206
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 206
4.5 mi·5 min·US 206
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 206
4.5 mi·6 min·Main Street
17
Enter roundabout onto US 206
486 ft·6 sec·US 206
Toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City
18
Continue on US 206
18 mi·23 min·US 206
Toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic CityUse the left lane.
19
Continue on NJ 54
501 ft·11 sec·Bellevue Avenue/END Route 54
Use the straight lane.
20
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 54
1.1 mi·2 min·Bellevue Avenue
21
Continue on NJ 54; CR 561
2.1 mi·3 min·12th Street
22
Continue on NJ 54
180 ft·10 sec·Route 54 North
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward ACE Toll East: Atlantic City
24
Merge onto ACE
9.8 mi·11 min·Atlantic City Expressway
25
Continue on ACE
3.9 mi·5 min·Atlantic City Expressway
Exit 17Toward DE 50: Egg Harbor, Mays LandingUse the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Exit 14Toward CR 670: Hamilton Township, Galloway TownshipUse the slight right lane.
27
Keep slight right at fork
432 ft·10 sec
28
Turn slight right onto CR 670
0.1 mi·18 sec·Leipzig Avenue
29
Turn left onto Lombard Street
0.2 mi·44 sec·Lombard Street
30
Turn left
328 ft·23 sec
31
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour, 19-minute drive, starting early in the morning is a good strategy to bypass potential traffic, especially on the New Jersey Turnpike. Since this is a relatively short, highway-centric trip, you won't need to plan for extensive stops. However, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without exits is over 47 miles. The fuel cost is estimated at just $18, so topping up before you leave Newark or at a service plaza on the Turnpike is straightforward. Enjoy the direct path to Atlantic County.
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 53.4 miles from Newark, NJ, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.3 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 23 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.4 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Atlantic County, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Newark, 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 Newark, NJ
This is one driving day of about 106.7 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Newark, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New Jersey Turnpike for about 47.3 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 106 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|Mulberry Street
Turn right onto Mulberry Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
5.4 mi into trip|~11m in
Keep slight right 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
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
8
53.1 mi into trip|~1h 6m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 7
Toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton
7
53.9 mi into trip|~1h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL
8
106 mi into trip|~2h 17m in
Take the exit toward CR 670: Hamilton Township, Galloway Township
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 14
Toward CR 670: Hamilton Township, Galloway Town...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.69 one way
$35.38 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg37 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$19.37
$38.75
premium
$4.93
$20.69
$41.39
diesel
$5.61
$23.56
$47.12
Estimated Tolls: $6.62
New Jersey Turnpike
(47.3 mi)$6.62
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
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32
0
$11.20
$5.12
Efficient EV
26.7
0
$9.34
$4.27
EV Truck/SUV
42.7
0
$14.94
$6.83
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Newark, NJ
Late night
in Newark on Sunday
Local time
12:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 10 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Atlantic County, NJ
Late night
in Atlantic County on Sunday
Local time
12:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Bristol, PA
53 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
19 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 19m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Thomas Edison National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...
Silk cloth and steam locomotives; textiles and continuous paper rolls; firearms and aircraft engines. What do these things have in common? All were manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ. In 17...
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...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
Free
near mile 7.4
Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...
19 mi from route
~47 min detour
Free
near mile 3.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 106.7-mile journey. The vast majority, 88%, of your drive will be on major arteries, including the New Jersey Turnpike and the Atlantic City Expressway. You'll encounter one significant stretch of uninterrupted highway driving, lasting 47.3 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike. While not designed for scenic detours, this route prioritizes directness and speed, allowing you to cover ground quickly and efficiently from start to finish.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 47.3 mi on New Jersey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 0.2 miles in near Mulberry Street.
Driving Effort10/10
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 21 significant decision points across 106.7 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 0.2 miles (Mulberry Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Newark, NJ and Atlantic County, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Trenton, Trenton, Atlantic City and Ace Toll East: Atlantic City.
Newark is New Jersey's largest city and second largest in Metro New York. Although one of the great historic cities of the Northeast and the most culture-rich city in the state, Newark is often overlooked in favor of Goliath-like Manhattan and towns along the Hudson River, such as Jersey City and Hoboken. While no longer the industrial powerhouse it once was, Newark remains one of America's major shipping, rail, and air hubs. Public transportation is abundant, making it easy to get to, from, and around the city.
Newark has been economically disadvantaged for some time, and suffers from a bad reputation, often informed by negative stereotyping. Thanks in large part to a nationally high-profile mayor (Cory Booker, now a U.S.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 19m. Total distance: 106.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 47.3 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.62 in tolls one way, starting with New Jersey Turnpike. 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 Atlantic County, 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 0.2 miles (Mulberry Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area (4 total within detour distance). 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 Atlantic County, NJ before heading back.
