Origin
South Vineland, NJ
Night in South Vineland on Saturday
Local time
9:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 50m
Distance
127.1 mi
204 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Vineland, NJ
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Lincoln Park, NJ
Jay Brand
South Vineland, NJ to Lincoln Park, NJ is 127.1 miles and takes about 2h 50m via New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region and entirely within New Jersey, making it a straightforward journey. You'll be spending most of your time on major highways, so expect a consistent pace. Given the relatively short duration and manageable cost, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
63.5 miles from South Vineland, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 36.9 mi | 42m |
| Garden State Parkway | 24.1 mi | 33m |
| Trenton Road | 17.6 mi | 23m |
| US 206 | 16.5 mi | 20m |
| 12th Street | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| South Lincoln Avenue | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| US 46 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Buena-Hammonton Road | 2.3 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between South Vineland, NJ and Lincoln Park, NJ.
Start on CR 552
Turn left onto CR 655
Continue on CR 619
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54
Turn right onto NJ 54
Continue on US 206
Enter roundabout onto US 206
Continue on US 206
Continue on US 206
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto GSP
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ 3
Merge onto US 46
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ 23
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto Mountainview Boulevard
Continue on US 202
Turn right onto CR 511 Alternate
Turn sharp left onto Park Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Troy Lane
Turn left
Arrive at destination
With a drive time under 3 hours, you have a lot of flexibility on when to depart. Leaving early can help you avoid some of the typical New Jersey traffic, especially if you encounter congestion on the New Jersey Turnpike. Plan for one stop along the way to break up the drive; the longest uninterrupted stretch is 36.9 miles, so a mid-drive pause is comfortable. Given the $21 fuel cost, topping off your tank before you leave South Vineland is a good idea to ensure you have plenty for the entire 127.1-mile trip.
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.
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 28 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.5 miles or 1h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lincoln Park, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving South Vineland, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 South Vineland, NJ
This is one driving day of about 127.1 miles and 2h 50m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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.
A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 63.5 miles from South Vineland, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 92.1 and 124.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward NJ 3 West: Wayne
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 202 South, CR 511 ALT: Lincoln Park, Boonton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward US 202 South, NJ 23 South: Lincoln Park, Boonton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$21.07 one way
$42.14 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $23.08 | $46.16 |
| premium | $4.93 | $24.65 | $49.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.06 | $56.12 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.73
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
$21
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.1 | 0 | $13.35 | $6.10 |
| Efficient EV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.12 | $5.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.8 | 0 | $17.79 | $8.13 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in South Vineland on Saturday
Local time
9:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Lincoln Park on Saturday
Local time
9:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
52°F
Bristol, PA
64 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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This is a highway-focused drive, with 67% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 36.9 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike, which sets the tone for much of the journey. Expect efficient travel with limited distractions, as the primary roads are designed for speed and directness. While the majority is highway, keep an eye out for transitions onto other major roads like Trenton Road, which may alter the driving feel slightly.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 92.1 miles in.
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 24 significant decision points across 127.1 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 92.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 117.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between South Vineland, NJ and Lincoln Park, NJ, road signs point toward New York, Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York City, Gsp and Woodbridge.
New York
Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
Njtp North: New York City
Gsp
Woodbridge
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 50m. Total distance: 127.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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