Origin
Plainfield, NJ
Late night in Plainfield on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Plainfield, NJ to Vineland, NJ
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 15m
Distance
98.7 mi
159 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 6m
★
6 AM
2h 15m
8 AM
2h 34m
10 AM
2h 22m
12 PM
2h 20m
3 PM
2h 23m
5 PM
2h 33m
8 PM
2h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Plainfield, NJ
Thomas Parker
Vineland, NJ
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 98.7-mile drive from Plainfield, NJ, to Vineland, NJ, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 15 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, it's an economical option for a day trip. The route primarily utilizes US 206 and the New Jersey Turnpike, making it a highway-focused journey through the Northeast region. Given its manageable length and the absence of planned stops, this drive is well-suited for a single day of travel, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.4 miles from Plainfield, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 206 | 29.8 mi | 38m |
| New Jersey Turnpike | 29 mi | 33m |
| 12th Street | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| Hoes Lane | 6 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| East Front Street | 3.8 mi | 8m |
| Landis Avenue | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Lincoln Avenue | 2.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 206
— 29.8 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plainfield, NJ and Vineland, NJ.
1
Start on Leland Avenue
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Leland Avenue
2
Turn left onto CR 620
3.8 mi
·
8 min
·
East Front Street
3
Continue on NJ 28
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Avenue
4
Turn left onto CR 529
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
South Washington Avenue
5
Turn right onto CR 665
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
New Market Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on CR 665
352 ft
·
11 sec
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Lakeview Avenue
7
Turn right onto CR 665
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Stelton Road
8
Turn right onto Old New Brunswick Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Old New Brunswick Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on NJ 18
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Hoes Lane
10
Continue on NJ 18; CR 527
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 18
Use the right lane.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJTP Toll, I 95 Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
Use the right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
225 ft
·
5 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
29 mi
·
33 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 7
Toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL
Use the slight left lane.
17
Merge onto US 206
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 206
18
Continue on US 206
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
US 206
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 206
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
US 206
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on US 206
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street
21
Enter roundabout onto US 206
486 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 206
Toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City
22
Continue on US 206
18 mi
·
23 min
·
US 206
Toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City
Use the left lane.
23
Continue on NJ 54
501 ft
·
11 sec
·
Bellevue Avenue/END Route 54
Use the straight lane.
24
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 54
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Bellevue Avenue
25
Continue on NJ 54; CR 561
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
12th Street
26
Continue on NJ 54
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Buena-Hammonton Road
27
Continue on NJ 54
0.7 mi
·
52 sec
·
Hammonton Road
28
Continue on NJ 54
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Blue Anchor Road
29
Continue on CR 619
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Wheat Road
30
Turn left onto CR 655
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Lincoln Avenue
31
Turn right onto CR 540
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Landis Avenue
32
Arrive at destination
Landis Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 15-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Plainfield to bypass potential traffic, especially if using the New Jersey Turnpike. While no specific stops are listed, be mindful of the longest stretch of 29.8 miles on US 206; plan for a brief break before or after this segment if needed. The estimated fuel cost of $16 is quite reasonable, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Given the relatively short distance, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience and make good time on this efficient route.
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 49.4 miles from Plainfield, NJ, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.8 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 22 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.4 miles or 1h 8m 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 Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, NJ
This is one driving day of about 98.7 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Plainfield, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 206 for about 29.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.4 miles from Plainfield, 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 15.2 and 45.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
15.2 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward NJTP Toll, I 95 Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward NJTP Toll, I 95 Toll: New Jersey Turnpik...
8
15.6 mi into trip
|
~27m 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 straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
6
15.6 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
44.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m 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
45.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.36 one way
$32.73 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $17.92 | $35.84 |
| premium | $4.93 | $19.14 | $38.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.79 | $43.58 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.06
New Jersey Turnpike
(29 mi)
$4.06
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
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.36 | $4.74 |
| Efficient EV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.64 | $3.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.5 | 0 | $13.82 | $6.32 |
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.
Destination
Vineland, NJ
Late night in Vineland on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Bristol, PA
49 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
18 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 15m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Morristown National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
11 mi from route
~28 min detour
Free
Park Closure: Partial Reopening: Cross Estate Gardens
Caution: Passaic River Trail Bridge washed out
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...
14 mi from route
~34 min detour
$10
View on nps.gov
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
23 mi from route
~57 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Gateway National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
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...
26 mi from route
~65 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for this 98.7-mile journey, with 61% of the drive on high-speed roads. You'll encounter stretches like the 29.8-mile segment on US 206, which offers a continuous path before merging onto other major arteries. The New Jersey Turnpike will likely form a significant part of the driving, characterized by its consistent speed and infrastructure. While not overtly scenic, this route prioritizes efficiency, moving you steadily from your starting point in Plainfield to your destination in Vineland.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.8 mi on US 206.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 206 and New Jersey Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 16 significant decision points across 98.7 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 15.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.6 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Plainfield, NJ and Vineland, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll, Njtp South: Trenton, Trenton and Atlantic City.
Njtp Toll
15.2 mi in
|
~26m
Njtp South: Trenton
15.6 mi in
|
~27m
Trenton
44.9 mi in
|
~1h 2m
Atlantic City
62.7 mi in
|
~1h 25m
|
via US 206
About the Cities
Starting in Plainfield, NJ
Full guide →Union County is part of the Gateway region of New Jersey that is covered by sprawling metropolitan areas of New York City.
Arriving in Vineland, NJ
Full guide →Vineland is a city of 61,000 people (2020) in New Jersey.
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 2h 15m. Total distance: 98.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29.8 miles on US 206. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.06 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 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 15.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Morristown National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park (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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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