Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
55.2 mi
89 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Vineland, NJ
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Barnegat, NJ
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If you are planning a quick getaway from Vineland to Barnegat, you are looking at a straightforward 55.2-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 18 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you do not need to worry about booking an overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, it is an affordable excursion for those traveling within the Northeast region of New Jersey. You will navigate a combination of local routes like Landis Avenue and Harding Highway before transitioning onto the Garden State Parkway. Because the drive is relatively short, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to maximize your time once you arrive at your destination.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 23.1 mi | 26m |
| Harding Highway | 12.9 mi | 18m |
| Landis Avenue | 7 mi | 10m |
| Pomona Road | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| Wrangleboro Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| West Bay Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Cedar Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Somers Point Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Vineland, NJ and Barnegat, NJ.
Start on Landis Avenue
Continue on CR 540
Turn right onto US 40
Turn right onto CR 617
Continue on CR 617
Continue on US 40
Keep slight right at fork onto US 40
Merge onto US 40; US 322
Take the exit
Continue on CR 575
Continue on CR 575
Take the ramp
Merge onto GSP
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Turn right onto West Bay Avenue
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 27.6 miles from 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 21.8 and 53.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork onto US 40 toward US 40, US 322 East: Atlantic City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the ramp toward GSP Toll North
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward CR 554: Barnegat
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto West Bay Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$9.15 one way
$18.30 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.02 | $20.05 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.71 | $21.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.19 | $24.37 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.39
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.80 | $2.65 |
| Efficient EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.73 | $3.53 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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 Vineland on Sunday
Local time
4:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Barnegat on Sunday
Local time
4:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
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.
This trip features a mixed drive profile, transitioning from local roads to higher-speed transit. You will spend about 42% of your time on the highway, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 23.1 miles on the Garden State Parkway. Expect the character of the road to shift as you move away from Vineland’s local streets and merge into the more consistent flow of the Parkway. The contrast between these two road types keeps the drive from feeling like a monotonous grind. By balancing slower local navigation with a significant highway stint, the route provides a varied experience behind the wheel that is easy to manage.
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 21.8 miles in near US 40.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.2 miles you will encounter 11 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 21.8 miles (US 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 39.4 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Vineland, NJ to Barnegat, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Gsp Toll North along the way.
Gsp Toll North
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 55.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). 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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