Origin
Ocean City, NJ
Late night in Ocean City on Sunday
Local time
12:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ocean City, NJ to Grassy Sound, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
43m
Distance
29.4 mi
47 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ocean City, NJ
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Grassy Sound, NJ
Malcolm Garret
Trip Overview
Ocean City, NJ to Grassy Sound, NJ is 29.4 miles and takes about 43m via Garden State Parkway, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This one-day trip stays within the Northeast region and the state of New Jersey, making it a convenient local excursion. The drive is predominantly highway-focused, offering a straightforward connection between two points. Given its short distance and duration, it's perfect for a quick getaway or a day trip without requiring an overnight stay. Plan for a minimal fuel cost of around $5 for this journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 18.6 mi | 21m |
| North Wildwood Boulevard | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Central Avenue | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Roosevelt Boulevard | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| New Jersey Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Spruce Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West 19th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Anglesea Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 18.6 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ocean City, NJ and Grassy Sound, NJ.
1
Start on East 9th Street
368 ft
·
21 sec
·
East 9th Street
2
Turn left onto Central Avenue
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Central Avenue
3
Turn right onto CR 623
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
34th Street
4
Continue on CR 623
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Roosevelt Boulevard
5
Take the ramp onto GSP SB Entrance 25
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
GSP SB Entrance 25
Toward GSP Toll South
6
Merge onto GSP
19 mi
·
21 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 6
Toward NJ 147: North Wildwood, Whitesboro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto NJ 147
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
North Wildwood Boulevard
9
Continue on NJ 147; OD
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Spruce Avenue
10
Continue on NJ 147; OD
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Anglesea Drive
11
Continue on CR 621; OD
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
New Jersey Avenue
12
Turn right onto West 19th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West 19th Avenue
13
Arrive at destination
West 19th Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 23.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Central Avenue
Turn left onto Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
2.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
CR 623 / 34th Street
Turn right onto CR 623 / 34th Street
Navigation decision point
4
4.8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
GSP SB Entrance 25
Take the ramp onto GSP SB Entrance 25 toward GSP Toll South
Navigation decision point
Toward GSP Toll South
5
5.1 mi into trip
|
~11m 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
23.7 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward NJ 147: North Wildwood, Whitesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6
Toward NJ 147: North Wildwood, Whitesboro
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.87 one way
$9.75 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.34 | $10.68 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.70 | $11.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.49 | $12.98 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.12
Garden State Parkway
(18.6 mi)
$1.12
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$1
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.09 | $1.41 |
| Efficient EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.57 | $1.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Grassy Sound, NJ
Late night in Grassy Sound on Sunday
Local time
12:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
43m 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 is characterized by its highway-focused profile, with 63% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 18.6 miles on the Garden State Parkway, which forms the backbone of this route. While mostly highway, the route incorporates segments of North Wildwood Boulevard and Central Avenue, likely offering a transition from the faster parkway speeds to more localized roads as you approach your destination. Expect a relatively smooth and direct driving experience for the majority of the 29.4 miles.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.6 mi on Garden State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and North Wildwood Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Central Avenue.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 43m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (CR 623 / 34th Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.8 miles (GSP SB Entrance 25): Navigation decision point.
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 City, NJ and Grassy Sound, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll South and Whitesboro.
Gsp Toll South
4.8 mi in
|
~11m
|
via GSP SB Entrance 25
Whitesboro
23.7 mi in
|
~33m
About the Cities
Starting in Ocean City, NJ
Full guide →Ocean City is a city in Cape May County, in the Southern Shore region of New Jersey. It has a reputation for being a family-friendly city and is referred to as "America's Greatest Family Resort".
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 43m. Total distance: 29.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.6 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.12 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 0.1 miles (Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (CR 623 / 34th Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.8 miles (GSP SB Entrance 25): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Grassy Sound, 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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