Origin
Toms River, NJ
Morning in Toms River on Sunday
Local time
6:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Toms River, NJ to Medford, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
36.9 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Toms River, NJ
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Medford, NJ
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Trip Overview
Toms River to Medford is 36.9 miles and takes about 55 minutes via NJ 70 and CR 530, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This relatively short trip stays entirely within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a practical drive, primarily on highways, making it a straightforward option for a quick transit. You won't need to plan for an overnight stay, and the estimated fuel cost is quite minimal. Consider this route when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently without a lengthy commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 70 | 24.5 mi | 34m |
| CR 530 | 7.9 mi | 12m |
| Dover Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| South Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Herflicker Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Water Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Irons Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 70
— 24.5 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Toms River, NJ and Medford, NJ.
1
Start on this road
78 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto NJ 166
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Turn right onto NJ 166; CR 527
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Water Street
4
Turn left onto NJ 166
386 ft
·
11 sec
·
Irons Street
5
Turn left onto NJ 166
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Herflicker Boulevard
6
Turn right onto CR 530
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
South Main Street
7
Turn right onto CR 530
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Dover Road
8
Turn slight right onto CR 530
7.9 mi
·
12 min
·
CR 530
Toward CR 530: Manchester
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto NJ 70; CR 530
12 mi
·
16 min
·
NJ 70; CR 530
Use the left lane.
10
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
444 ft
·
5 sec
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
11
Continue on NJ 70
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
12
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
462 ft
·
6 sec
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 West: Camden, Philadelphia
13
Continue on NJ 70
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 West: Camden, Philadelphia
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto CR 541
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
North Main Street
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
CR 541
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.5 miles from Toms River, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 12.1 and 36.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
12.1 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
NJ 70; CR 530
Turn left onto NJ 70; CR 530
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
24.1 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
6
32 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 West: Camden, Philadelphia
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 West: Camden, Philadelphia
5
32 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
NJ 70
Straight onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 West: Camden, Philadelphia
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward NJ 70 West: Camden, Philadelphia
5
36.6 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
CR 541 / North Main Street
Turn left onto CR 541 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.12 one way
$12.24 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.70 | $13.40 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.16 | $14.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.15 | $16.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.87 | $1.77 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.23 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Medford, NJ
Morning in Medford on Sunday
Local time
6:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
55m 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 heavily highway-focused, with 88% of the journey utilizing higher-speed roads. You'll experience a consistent feel for much of the trip, especially during the longest stretch of 24.5 miles on NJ 70. While the profile is highway-focused, the inclusion of CR 530 and Dover Road suggests some variation, likely involving well-maintained county roads that complement the main highway segments. Expect a smooth flow for the majority of the 55-minute travel time, making it a predictable driving experience.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.5 mi on NJ 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 70 and CR 530. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 12.1 miles in near NJ 70; CR 530.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 36.9 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 12.1 miles (NJ 70; CR 530): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.1 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Toms River, NJ and Medford, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 530: Manchester, Cherry Hill and Philadelphia.
Cr 530: Manchester
4.2 mi in
|
~7m
|
via CR 530
Cherry Hill
24.1 mi in
|
~36m
|
via NJ 70
Philadelphia
32 mi in
|
~47m
|
via NJ 70
About the Cities
Starting in Toms River, NJ
Full guide →Toms River is the county seat of Ocean County, New Jersey. It is a few miles west of the beaches of the Jersey Shore Region, midway between New York and Philadelphia and a short distance from Atlantic City. Toms River is easy to get to by car as the Garden State Parkway bisects the town, and it is served by express bus service to and from New York City.
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 55m. Total distance: 36.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.5 miles on NJ 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 12.1 miles (NJ 70; CR 530): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.1 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Medford, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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