South Vineland, NJ to Freehold, NJ is 82.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 52 minutes via Trenton Road and US 206, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Jersey, moving from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. Expect a mixed driving experience with some highway time and some time on surface roads. It's a straightforward drive, making it a good option if you're looking for a relatively quick connection between these two points without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.1 miles from South Vineland, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 56m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Trenton Road
17.6 mi
23m
US 206
16.5 mi
20m
New Jersey Turnpike
13.9 mi
16m
Franklin Street
9.3 mi
13m
12th Street
6.1 mi
7m
South Lincoln Avenue
6.1 mi
9m
NJ 33 Business
3 mi
5m
Buena-Hammonton Road
2.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Trenton Road
— 17.6 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Vineland, NJ and Freehold, NJ.
1
Start on CR 552
1.5 mi·2 min·East Sherman Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto CR 655
6.1 mi·9 min·South Lincoln Avenue
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on CR 619
0.2 mi·23 sec·Wheat Road
4
Continue on NJ 54
1.1 mi·1 min·Blue Anchor Road
5
Continue on NJ 54
0.7 mi·52 sec·Hammonton Road
6
Continue on NJ 54
2.3 mi·2 min·Buena-Hammonton Road
7
Continue on NJ 54
4.4 mi·5 min·12th Street
8
Continue on NJ 54
0.4 mi·29 sec·Route 54 North
9
Continue on NJ 54
1.7 mi·2 min·12th Street
10
Continue on NJ 54
1.1 mi·2 min·Bellevue Avenue
11
Turn right onto NJ 54
501 ft·8 sec·NJ 54
12
Continue on US 206
18 mi·23 min·Trenton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Enter roundabout onto US 206
498 ft·6 sec·US 206
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
14
Continue on US 206
7.6 mi·10 min·US 206
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New YorkUse the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 206
8.8 mi·10 min·US 206
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
19
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
14 mi·16 min·New Jersey Turnpike
20
Turn right onto NJ 33
9.3 mi·13 min·Franklin Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Take the exit onto NJ 33 Business
3.0 mi·5 min·NJ 33 Business
Toward NJ 33 Business East: Freehold Business DistrictUse the slight right lane.
22
Turn left onto CR 537
0.7 mi·1 min·West Main Street
Use the left lane.
23
Arrive at destination
NJ 79; CR 537
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of about 1 hour and 52 minutes, you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving mid-morning could help you avoid the heaviest rush hour traffic in both South Vineland and Freehold. With no designated stops in the data, you can easily add your own breaks as needed, perhaps in a town along US 206 if you need to stretch your legs. The fuel cost is estimated at $14, so be sure to check your tank before you head out. The longest stretch on Trenton Road is over 17 miles, so keep an eye on your fuel gauge during that segment.
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 41.1 miles from South Vineland, NJ, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.6 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 18 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.1 miles or 56m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Freehold, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving South Vineland, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from South Vineland, NJ
This is one driving day of about 82.2 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from South Vineland, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Trenton Road for about 17.6 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 37.3 and 81.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
37.3 mi into trip|~51m in|US 206
Enter roundabout onto US 206 toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
6
54.5 mi into trip|~1h 14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
6
54.9 mi into trip|~1h 15m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
6
78.5 mi into trip|~1h 45m in|NJ 33 Business
Take the exit onto NJ 33 Business toward NJ 33 Business East: Freehold Business District
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 33 Business East: Freehold Business D...
6
81.5 mi into trip|~1h 51m in|CR 537 / West Main Street
Turn left onto CR 537 / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.36 one way
$28.71 round trip
$4.44/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.86
$15.72
$31.44
premium
$5.20
$16.82
$33.63
diesel
$6.28
$20.31
$40.62
Estimated Tolls: $1.94
New Jersey Turnpike
(13.9 mi)$1.94
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
$14
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.7
0
$8.63
$3.95
Efficient EV
20.6
0
$7.19
$3.29
EV Truck/SUV
32.9
0
$11.51
$5.26
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
South Vineland, NJ
Late night
in South Vineland on Saturday
Local time
12:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Mostly Clear then Patchy Frost
NE 0 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Freehold, NJ
Late night
in Freehold on Saturday
Local time
12:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Clear
NE 0 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
70°F
Bristol, PA
41 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
1 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 52m 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.
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...
28 mi from route
~71 min detour
Free
near mile 82.2
Park Closure: History House at Sandy Hook Closed to the Public
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
About 41% of this 82.2-mile route is highway, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time cruising on faster roads. The longest continuous stretch on surface roads is 17.6 miles on Trenton Road. You'll notice the transition from more rural cruising to areas with more frequent exits as you approach your destination. This route offers a blend of open road and more developed sections.
41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.6 mi on Trenton Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 37.3 miles in near US 206.
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 82.2 miles you will encounter 12 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 37.3 miles (US 206): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
171 ft34 ft
Total Climb
218 ft
Total Descent
138 ft
Highest Point
171 ft
~82.2 mi in
Elevation Range
137 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between South Vineland, NJ and Freehold, NJ, road signs point toward New York, Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike and Njtp North: New York City.
Freehold is a city in Monmouth County, New Jersey. Freehold is a great day or weekend trip for those who love history, architecture, shopping, and food.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 82.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (41%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.6 miles on Trenton Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.94 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.
Yes — we found about 4 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Freehold, 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 37.3 miles (US 206): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Gateway National Recreation Area. 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 Freehold, NJ before heading back.
