Great Wall Chinese Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Buena, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+18566978858
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 39m
Distance
117.5 mi
189 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Verona, NJ
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South Vineland, NJ
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This 131-mile drive from Verona to South Vineland, New Jersey, is estimated to take about 2 hours and 19 minutes, making it a feasible day trip. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, with a 0% highway share, so expect a more involved driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $22. Since it's a single-day trip with no specific overnight recommendations, you have flexibility in your departure time. This route stays within the Northeast region, offering a consistent feel throughout its length.
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
58.8 miles from Verona, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 36.7 mi | 42m |
| US 206 | 29.8 mi | 38m |
| Garden State Parkway | 13.3 mi | 18m |
| 12th Street | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| Lincoln Avenue | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Main Street | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Essex Freeway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Buena-Hammonton Road | 2.3 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Verona, NJ and South Vineland, NJ.
Start on Claremont Avenue
Turn left onto Park Avenue
Turn left onto CR 506
Turn sharp right onto CR 577
Continue on CR 577
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 280
Take the exit
Turn straight onto Freeway Drive East
Turn right onto South Oraton Parkway
Continue on Whittlesey Avenue
Turn straight onto Maybaum Avenue
Continue on Oraton Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto Oraton Parkway
Take the ramp
Merge onto GSP
Continue on Garden State Parkway
Take the exit onto Exit 129
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto US 206
Continue on US 206
Continue on US 206
Continue on US 206
Enter roundabout onto US 206
Continue on US 206
Continue on NJ 54
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54; CR 561
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on NJ 54
Continue on CR 619
Turn left onto CR 655
Turn right onto CR 552
Arrive at destination
Given this is a 131-mile drive that takes under 2.5 hours, you can easily complete it in a single day. Consider departing earlier in the morning to avoid the heaviest local traffic, especially on roads like Bloomfield Avenue. While there are no mandatory stops recommended, feel free to pull over as needed to stretch your legs or grab a snack, given the turn-heavy nature of the route. Budget approximately $22 for fuel, and keep an eye on your gas gauge as you'll be driving through many populated areas without extensive service plazas.
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 26 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.8 miles or 1h 19m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Vineland, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Verona, 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 Verona, NJ
This is one driving day of about 117.5 miles and 2h 39m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 58.8 miles from Verona, 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.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Buena, New Jersey
Near the end, right off the route
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+18566978858
Oasis Restaurant
Cranford, New Jersey
Magnolia Restaurant
Vineland, New Jersey
Top Coffee Stop
Vineland, New Jersey
Near the end, right off the route
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
+18568255913
Eagle Rock Cafe
Montclair, New Jersey
Near the end, right off the route
Buena, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+18566978858
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cranford, New Jersey
Hours: 12–9:30 pm
+19089676161
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Vineland, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–3 pm
+18568390702
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Dayton, New Jersey
Hours: 12–3 pm
+17323331199
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Vineland, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
+18566916095
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Hammonton, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm
+16095616088
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Linden, New Jersey
Hours: 12 pm–12 am
+19089254166
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Millville, New Jersey
Hours: 10:30 am–3 pm
+18565068521
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Vineland, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
+18568255913
Near the start, short detour
Montclair, New Jersey
Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm
+19733586543
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Cranbury, NJ
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Hamilton Township, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
East Windsor, NJ
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18885577099
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Clark, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18774943833
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Hamilton Township, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18885577099
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Hamilton Township, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Robbinsville Twp, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18885577099
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Perth Amboy, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18774943833
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Woodbridge, New Jersey
Hours: 6 am–6 pm
+17327453900
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Vineland, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Essex Fells, NJ
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+19732683500
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cranford, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+19085274900
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Newark, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+19739005800
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Perth Amboy, New Jersey
+17326979500
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: Closed
+19296146088
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Westfield, New Jersey
Hours: 5 am–9 pm
+19082330028
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.8 and 62.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward Harrison Street, Clinton Street, East Orange
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto Exit 129 toward I 95, NJTP, US 9, NJ 440, I 287: New York City, Philadelphia, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy
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 I 95, NJTP: New York City, Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$19.48 one way
$38.96 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $21.34 | $42.67 |
| premium | $4.93 | $22.79 | $45.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.94 | $51.89 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.08
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
$19
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.3 | 0 | $12.34 | $5.64 |
| Efficient EV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.28 | $4.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47 | 0 | $16.45 | $7.52 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Late night in Verona on Sunday
Local time
12:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in South Vineland on Sunday
Local time
12:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
52°F
Bristol, PA
59 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
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.
Get ready for a turn-heavy local drive. With a 0% highway share, you'll be spending your entire 131 miles on surface streets, including Park Avenue, Bloomfield Avenue, and Mount Prospect Avenue. There isn't a 'longest stretch' of uninterrupted driving here; instead, anticipate frequent intersections and changes in speed. This kind of route requires constant attention, as you'll be navigating through various towns and local traffic patterns for the full 2 hours and 19 minutes.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and US 206. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.8 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 23 significant decision points across 117.5 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 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.1 miles (Exit 129): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Verona, NJ and South Vineland, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll South, Njtp, Philadelphia, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy and Njtp: New York City - among others.
Gsp Toll South
Njtp
Philadelphia
Woodbridge
Perth Amboy
Njtp: New York City
Njtp South: Trenton
Trenton
Atlantic City
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 39m. Total distance: 117.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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