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Trip from South Vineland, NJ to Old Bridge, NJ
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 12, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 59m
Distance
84.9 mi
137 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 54m
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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Old Bridge, NJ
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Trip Overview
South Vineland, NJ to Old Bridge, NJ is 85 miles and takes about 2 hours via New Jersey Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within New Jersey, making it a straightforward trip for locals or those exploring the Garden State. It's a relatively short drive, so you won't need to worry about overnight stays. The main roads involved offer a mix of highway and surface street driving, so expect some variation in your travel experience. Plan for a quick trip, easily completed within a single day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.5 miles from South Vineland, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 19.6 mi | 22m |
| 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 |
| Cranbury-South River Road | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| Old Stage Road | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Buena-Hammonton Road | 2.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 19.6 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Vineland, NJ and Old Bridge, NJ.
1
Start on CR 552
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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East Sherman Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto CR 655
6.1 mi
·
9 min
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South Lincoln Avenue
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on CR 619
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Wheat Road
4
Continue on NJ 54
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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Blue Anchor Road
5
Continue on NJ 54
0.7 mi
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52 sec
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Hammonton Road
6
Continue on NJ 54
2.3 mi
·
2 min
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Buena-Hammonton Road
7
Continue on NJ 54
4.4 mi
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5 min
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12th Street
8
Continue on NJ 54
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
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Route 54 North
9
Continue on NJ 54
1.7 mi
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2 min
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12th Street
10
Continue on NJ 54
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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Bellevue Avenue
11
Turn right onto NJ 54
501 ft
·
8 sec
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NJ 54
12
Continue on US 206
18 mi
·
23 min
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Trenton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Enter roundabout onto US 206
498 ft
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6 sec
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US 206
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
14
Continue on US 206
7.6 mi
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10 min
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US 206
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 206
8.8 mi
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10 min
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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
20 mi
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22 min
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New Jersey Turnpike
20
Take the exit onto Exit 8A
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Exit 8A
Exit 8A
Toward NJ 32: Jamesburg, Cranbury
Use the slight right lane.
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
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56 sec
Toward CR 535: Cranbury, South Brunswick
Use the slight right lane.
22
Turn right onto CR 535
3.9 mi
·
7 min
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Cranbury-South River Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on CR 535
1.1 mi
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1 min
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Cranbury Road
24
Turn right onto Fern Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Fern Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
At end of road, turn left onto Old Stage Road
2.8 mi
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5 min
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Old Stage Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Turn left onto CR 615
0.4 mi
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56 sec
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Main Street
27
Arrive at destination
CR 615
Trip Plan
Given the 1-hour, 59-minute duration, this is a perfect day trip. Aim to leave mid-morning to avoid the heaviest commuter traffic in both South Vineland and Old Bridge. You'll want to pace yourself, perhaps stopping once briefly, though with only 85 miles, flexibility is key. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $14, and plan for refueling before you get too low. The longest stretch on the New Jersey Turnpike is nearly 20 miles, so make sure you're comfortable with highway driving before embarking on 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 42.5 miles from South Vineland, NJ, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.6 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 19 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.5 miles or 58m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Old Bridge, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 84.9 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from South Vineland, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New Jersey Turnpike for about 19.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.5 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.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Molly Pitcher Service Area
0.1 mi from route
Woodrow Wilson Service Area
0.1 mi from route
Richard Stockton Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.3 mi from route
Joyce Kilmer
1.3 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 37.3 and 81.8 — 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
74.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m in
|
Exit 8A
Take the exit onto Exit 8A toward NJ 32: Jamesburg, Cranbury
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 8A
Toward NJ 32: Jamesburg, Cranbury
8
75.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CR 535: Cranbury, South Brunswick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward CR 535: Cranbury, South Brunswick
7
81.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
|
Old Stage Road
At end of road, turn left onto Old Stage Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.59 one way
$29.18 round trip
$4.37/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.79 | $16.01 | $32.02 |
| premium | $5.13 | $17.14 | $34.27 |
| diesel | $5.97 | $19.94 | $39.89 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.74
New Jersey Turnpike
(19.6 mi)
$2.74
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
$15
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-09-07.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.91 | $4.08 |
| Efficient EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.43 | $3.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34 | 0 | $11.89 | $5.43 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Origin
South Vineland, NJ
Morning in South Vineland on Saturday
Local time
8:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Old Bridge, NJ
Morning in Old Bridge on Saturday
Local time
8:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Bristol, PA
42 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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 59m 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 a mixed bag, with 43% of the route on highways. You'll encounter a 19.6-mile stretch on the New Jersey Turnpike, which is the longest continuous highway segment. Expect a transition from highway speeds to surface roads as you navigate Trenton Road and US 206. The highway portions mean you'll likely deal with denser traffic and more frequent exits, while the surface roads will offer a more typical local driving experience.
43% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.6 mi on New Jersey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84.9 miles you will encounter 15 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 74.9 miles (Exit 8A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
134 ft
11 ft
Total Climb
150 ft
Total Descent
230 ft
Highest Point
134 ft
~66.7 mi in
Elevation Range
123 ft
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 South Vineland, NJ and Old Bridge, NJ, road signs point toward New York, Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York City, Cranbury, Cr 535: Cranbury and Brunswick.
New York
37.3 mi in
|
~51m
|
via US 206
Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
53.8 mi in
|
~1h 12m
Njtp North: New York City
54.5 mi in
|
~1h 14m
Cranbury
74.9 mi in
|
~1h 39m
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via Exit 8A
Cr 535: Cranbury
75.8 mi in
|
~1h 41m
Brunswick
75.8 mi in
|
~1h 41m
About the Cities
Starting in South Vineland, NJ
Full guide →Top landmarks
- • Siloam Cemetery — cemetery in Vineland, New Jersey
Arriving in Old Bridge, NJ
Full guide →Old Bridge is a town in Middlesex County, New Jersey.
Top landmarks
- • Cedar Grove School — historic building in Old Bridge Township, 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 1h 59m. Total distance: 84.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.6 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.74 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 6 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 Old Bridge, 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 74.9 miles (Exit 8A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Old Bridge, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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