Traveling from North Wildwood to Hamilton covers 100 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 59 minutes. Since this trip is well within the range of a single day, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or breaking up the journey. You should budget approximately $17 for fuel to complete the transit between these two Northeast locations. Navigating through New Jersey, the route relies heavily on the Garden State Parkway to bridge the gap between the coast and the inland destination. It is a straightforward, efficient drive that serves as a reliable link for travelers looking to move quickly across the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50 miles from North Wildwood, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Garden State Parkway
93.6 mi
1h 48m
North Wildwood Boulevard
3.1 mi
4m
West Spruce Avenue
0.5 mi
<1m
NJ 33
0.5 mi
<1m
New Jersey Avenue
0.5 mi
<1m
West Anglesea Drive
0.3 mi
<1m
Old Corlies Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
East 12th Avenue
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 93.6 mi, about 1h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Wildwood, NJ and Hamilton, NJ.
1
Start on East 12th Avenue
0.1 mi·30 sec·East 12th Avenue
2
Turn right onto CR 621; OD
0.5 mi·43 sec·New Jersey Avenue
3
Continue on CR 621; OD
0.3 mi·36 sec·West Anglesea Drive
4
Continue on NJ 147; OD
0.5 mi·52 sec·West Spruce Avenue
5
Continue on NJ 147; OD
3.1 mi·4 min·North Wildwood Boulevard
6
Turn slight right
432 ft·15 sec
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 6Toward GSP Toll North: Garden State Parkway
8
Merge onto GSP
12 mi·14 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi·31 sec
10
Merge onto GSP
34 mi·39 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP
47 mi·55 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·46 sec
Exit 100AToward NJ 33 East: Ocean Grove, Bradley BeachUse the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto NJ 33
0.5 mi·58 sec·NJ 33
14
Turn right onto (17)
0.2 mi·31 sec·Old Corlies Avenue
15
Turn right onto Gully Road
155 ft·4 sec·Gully Road
16
Arrive at destination
Gully Road
Trip Plan
Because the entire trip takes roughly two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since the route is dominated by a single long stretch on the Garden State Parkway, try to avoid peak commuting hours to ensure you maintain a steady speed. You do not need to plan for formal stops, as the duration is manageable for most drivers without a break. Keep your $17 fuel budget in mind, and consider fueling up before you merge onto the parkway to avoid higher prices at service plazas. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity allows you to focus on a stress-free arrival at your destination.
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 50 miles from North Wildwood, NJ, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.6 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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50 miles or 1h 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 37m
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 North Wildwood, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North Wildwood, NJ
This is one driving day of about 100 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from North Wildwood, 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 93.6 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.7 and 98.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
4.7 mi into trip|~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward GSP Toll North: Garden State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 6
Toward GSP Toll North: Garden State Parkway
5
4.9 mi into trip|~8m in|GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
17.7 mi into trip|~23m in|GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
51.5 mi into trip|~1h 2m 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
98.9 mi into trip|~1h 57m 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
$16.58 one way
$33.16 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$18.16
$36.31
premium
$4.93
$19.39
$38.79
diesel
$5.61
$22.08
$44.16
Estimated Tolls: $5.61
Garden State Parkway
(93.6 mi)$5.61
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
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30
0
$10.50
$4.80
Efficient EV
25
0
$8.75
$4.00
EV Truck/SUV
40
0
$14.00
$6.40
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
North Wildwood, NJ
Late night
in North Wildwood on Sunday
Local time
12:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hamilton, NJ
Late night
in Hamilton on Sunday
Local time
12:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
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 59m 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 highway-focused experience, as 94% of your journey stays on major thoroughfares. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the Garden State Parkway, which accounts for a 93.6-mile stretch of the trip. After departing via North Wildwood Boulevard and West Spruce Avenue, you will settle into a consistent rhythm on the interstate. The drive offers a predictable, high-speed pace that minimizes local navigation. While it lacks the complexity of winding backroads, the route provides a steady and efficient way to reach Hamilton without unnecessary detours.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 93.6 mi on Garden State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and North Wildwood Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 100 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 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 4.9 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.7 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 59m. Total distance: 100 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 93.6 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $5.61 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.
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 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 4.9 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.7 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hamilton, NJ before heading back.
