Origin
Ocean Acres, NJ
Late night in Ocean Acres on Sunday
Local time
4:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ocean Acres, NJ to Vineland, 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 16m
Distance
52.4 mi
84 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ocean Acres, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Vineland, NJ
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Trip Overview
Spanning 52.4 miles, this direct route from Ocean Acres to Vineland typically takes about 1 hour and 16 minutes to complete. It is a straightforward trip that fits perfectly into a single day, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You can expect to spend approximately $9 on fuel for the journey, making it a very budget-friendly excursion within the Northeast region. By utilizing a mix of the Garden State Parkway, Harding Highway, and Landis Avenue, you transition from the coastal area toward the interior of New Jersey. Since there are zero formal stops built into this itinerary, you have the flexibility to drive straight through or customize your own pace. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick local getaway, this mixed-drive route offers a reliable and efficient way to reach your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 19.6 mi | 22m |
| Harding Highway | 8.6 mi | 13m |
| Landis Avenue | 7 mi | 10m |
| US 40 | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Pomona Road | 4.5 mi | 8m |
| Wrangleboro Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Nautilus Drive | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Cedar Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 19.6 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ocean Acres, NJ and Vineland, NJ.
1
Start on Buccaneer Lane
332 ft
·
20 sec
·
Buccaneer Lane
2
Turn left onto (111)
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Nautilus Drive
3
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 72
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
NJ 72
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto CR 2
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Stafford Park Boulevard
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
this road
Toward GSP South
6
Merge onto GSP
20 mi
·
22 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 44
Toward CR 575, CR 561 ALT: Pomona
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn right onto CR 561 Alternate; CR 575
4.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Pomona Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on CR 575
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Wrangleboro Road
10
Turn right onto US 40; US 322
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Black Horse Pike
11
Take the exit onto US 40
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
US 40
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on CR 617
522 ft
·
19 sec
·
Absecon Road
13
Turn left onto US 40; NJ 50
8.6 mi
·
13 min
·
Harding Highway
14
Turn left onto CR 540
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Cedar Avenue
15
Continue on CR 540
7.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Landis Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
Landis Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.2 miles from Ocean Acres, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 22.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
NJ 72
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 72
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
CR 2 / Stafford Park Boulevard
Turn right onto CR 2 / Stafford Park Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
2.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
22.3 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward CR 575, CR 561 ALT: Pomona
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 44
Toward CR 575, CR 561 ALT: Pomona
5
22.8 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
CR 561 Alternate; CR 575 / Pomona Road
Turn right onto CR 561 Alternate; CR 575 / Pomona Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.69 one way
$17.37 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.51 | $19.03 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.16 | $20.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.57 | $23.14 |
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.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.34 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Vineland, NJ
Late night in Vineland on Sunday
Local time
4:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
12 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
1h 16m 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 offers a diverse experience behind the wheel, balancing high-speed transit with more localized traffic. You will spend roughly 47% of your time on highways, providing a steady rhythm for nearly half of the trip. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 19.6 miles you spend on the Garden State Parkway, which allows you to settle into a comfortable cruising speed early on. As you transition onto the Harding Highway and Landis Avenue, the character of the road shifts, requiring more attention as you navigate local thoroughfares. This combination of infrastructure creates a dynamic driving profile that keeps the journey from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind.
47% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.6 mi on Garden State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near NJ 72.
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 52.4 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.9 miles (NJ 72): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (CR 2 / Stafford Park Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Ocean Acres, NJ and Vineland, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 575 and Cr 561 Alt: Pomona.
Cr 575
22.3 mi in
|
~29m
Cr 561 Alt: Pomona
22.3 mi in
|
~29m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 52.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (47%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.6 miles on Garden State Parkway. 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.
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 1.9 miles (NJ 72): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (CR 2 / Stafford Park Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 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 Vineland, 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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