South Vineland, NJ to Lodi, NJ is 121.5 miles and takes about 2h 41m via New Jersey Turnpike and US 206, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its mostly highway profile and manageable distance, it's a straightforward drive. You'll spend most of your time on major roadways, making it efficient for getting from point A to point B. Consider this route if you need a direct connection between these two areas without extensive planning.
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
60.8 miles from South Vineland, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 23m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New Jersey Turnpike
47.2 mi
55m
Trenton Road
17.6 mi
23m
US 206
16.5 mi
20m
NJ 21
12.7 mi
18m
12th Street
6.1 mi
7m
South Lincoln Avenue
6.1 mi
9m
Buena-Hammonton Road
2.3 mi
2m
US 1
1.7 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 47.2 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Vineland, NJ and Lodi, NJ.
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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
47 mi·55 min·New Jersey Turnpike
20
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 13AToward Newark Airport, Elizabeth SeaportUse the slight right lane.
21
Merge onto NJ 81
0.7 mi·1 min·NJ 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·44 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on US 1; US 9
1.7 mi·2 min·US 1; US 9
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21
13 mi·18 min·NJ 21
Toward NJ 21, US 22: Newark, DowntownUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 12Toward Market Street, Monroe Street, PassaicUse the slight right lane.
26
Turn left onto 1st Street
452 ft·13 sec·1st Street
Use the left lane.
27
Turn right onto Monroe Street
0.3 mi·39 sec·Monroe Street
28
Turn right onto CR 507
0.3 mi·34 sec·River Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Turn left onto CR 40
0.9 mi·1 min·Passaic Street
Use the left lane.
30
Continue on CR 40
0.4 mi·43 sec·Passaic Avenue
31
Continue on CR 40; CR 61
0.1 mi·12 sec·Main Street Bypass
Use the straight / right lanes.
32
Continue on CR 40; CR 61
0.3 mi·31 sec·Memorial Drive
33
Continue on CR 61
0.3 mi·35 sec·Main Street
34
Take the ramp
130 ft·3 sec
Use the right lane.
35
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 121.5-mile drive, leaving in the mid-morning should help you avoid the worst of morning rush hour traffic. With a total duration of just under 3 hours, you can comfortably complete this trip in a single day. There's only one recommended stop, so you have flexibility in when and where you choose to take a break. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is $22, and it's wise to fill up before starting, especially if you plan to use the Turnpike's service areas. The longest continuous stretch is over 47 miles on the Turnpike, so plan your break accordingly.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 60.8 miles from South Vineland, NJ, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.2 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 27 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.8 miles or 1h 23m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lodi, 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.
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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 South Vineland, NJ
This is one driving day of about 121.5 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from South Vineland, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on New Jersey Turnpike for about 47.2 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 37.3 and 118.7 — 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
8
102.6 mi into trip|~2h 12m in
Take the exit toward Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport
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 13A
Toward Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport
8
106 mi into trip|~2h 17m in|NJ 21
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 21 toward NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 21, US 22: Newark, Downtown
8
118.7 mi into trip|~2h 35m in
Take the exit toward Market Street, Monroe Street, Passaic
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 12
Toward Market Street, Monroe Street, Passaic
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.49 one way
$42.97 round trip
$4.49/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.92
$23.53
$47.07
premium
$5.24
$25.08
$50.17
diesel
$5.35
$25.59
$51.18
Estimated Tolls: $6.61
New Jersey Turnpike
(47.2 mi)$6.61
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: 42.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.5
0
$12.76
$5.83
Efficient EV
30.4
0
$10.63
$4.86
EV Truck/SUV
48.6
0
$17.01
$7.78
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Forecast as of Jun 1, 2026
Origin
South Vineland, NJ
Afternoon
in South Vineland on Wednesday
Local time
3:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Mostly Cloudy
W 0 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Lodi, NJ
Afternoon
in Lodi on Wednesday
Local time
3:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Mostly Cloudy
E 5 mph11% chanceLive forecast
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
5 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 41m 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.
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...
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...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 121.5
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...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
Free
near mile 100.6
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...
19 mi from route
~47 min detour
Free
near mile 104.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway, with 65% of the drive on major roads. You'll encounter a 47.2-mile stretch on the New Jersey Turnpike, which means extended periods of consistent speed. The remaining portion will likely involve surface streets with more frequent exits and intersections. Be prepared for significant traffic merging and exiting, especially as you approach more urbanized areas.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 47.2 mi on New Jersey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and Trenton Road. 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 Effort10/10
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 19 significant decision points across 121.5 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 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 102.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
112 ft9 ft
Total Climb
142 ft
Total Descent
210 ft
Highest Point
112 ft
~69.5 mi in
Elevation Range
103 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 Lodi, NJ, road signs point toward New York, Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York City, Newark Airport, Elizabeth Seaport and Downtown.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 41m. Total distance: 121.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 47.2 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.61 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 12 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 Lodi, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 12 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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 102.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area (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 Lodi, NJ before heading back.
