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Trip from Vineland, NJ to Freehold, NJ
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 2, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
80.8 mi
130 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 42m
★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m
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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Freehold, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Trip Overview
Vineland, NJ to Freehold, NJ is 80.8 miles and takes about 1h 49m via Trenton Road and US 206, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Jersey, starting in the Northeast region and ending in the Northeast region. The route offers a mixed highway and surface road experience, making it a straightforward drive for a single day. With a relatively short duration, you'll find this trip manageable for a quick transition between locations within the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.4 miles from Vineland, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Trenton Road | 17.6 mi | 23m |
| US 206 | 16.5 mi | 20m |
| New Jersey Turnpike | 13.9 mi | 16m |
| Franklin Street | 9.3 mi | 13m |
| 12th Street | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| Landis Avenue | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| NJ 33 Business | 3 mi | 5m |
| North Lincoln Avenue | 2.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Trenton Road
— 17.6 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vineland, NJ and Freehold, NJ.
1
Start on Landis Avenue
3.7 mi
·
5 min
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Landis Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto CR 655
2.6 mi
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3 min
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North Lincoln Avenue
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
·
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
·
5 min
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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
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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
·
Trenton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Enter roundabout onto US 206
498 ft
·
6 sec
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US 206
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
14
Continue on US 206
7.6 mi
·
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
·
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
14 mi
·
16 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
20
Turn right onto NJ 33
9.3 mi
·
13 min
·
Franklin Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Take the exit onto NJ 33 Business
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 33 Business
Toward NJ 33 Business East: Freehold Business District
Use the slight right lane.
22
Turn left onto CR 537
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
Use the left lane.
23
Arrive at destination
NJ 79; CR 537
Trip Plan
Given the 1h 49m duration, leaving Vineland in the morning should allow you to reach Freehold with plenty of daylight remaining. The route is short enough that you likely won't need extensive stops, but consider a quick break around the halfway point if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $13, and be prepared for the shift from highway to surface street driving. The flexibility of this shorter drive means you can depart at your convenience and still arrive comfortably.
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 40.4 miles from Vineland, NJ, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.6 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 18 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.4 miles or 55m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Freehold, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Vineland, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Vineland, NJ
This is one driving day of about 80.8 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Vineland, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Trenton Road for about 17.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.4 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.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
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
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 35.9 and 80.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
35.9 mi into trip
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~48m in
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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
53.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m 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
6
53.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Keep slight right 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
6
77.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
|
NJ 33 Business
Take the exit onto NJ 33 Business toward NJ 33 Business East: Freehold Business District
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 33 Business East: Freehold Business D...
6
80.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
|
CR 537 / West Main Street
Turn left onto CR 537 / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.50 one way
$27.00 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.67 | $14.86 | $29.72 |
| premium | $5.01 | $15.94 | $31.89 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $17.81 | $35.62 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.94
New Jersey Turnpike
(13.9 mi)
$1.94
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
$14
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.48 | $3.88 |
| Efficient EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.07 | $3.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.31 | $5.17 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Vineland, NJ
Late night in Vineland on Wednesday
Local time
4:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
SE 0 to 5 mph
51% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued September 1 at 4:35PM EDT until September 2 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued September 1 at 4:33PM EDT until September 2 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Destination
Freehold, NJ
Late night in Freehold on Wednesday
Local time
4:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 5 mph
55% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued September 1 at 4:35PM EDT until September 2 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued September 1 at 4:33PM EDT until September 2 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
82°F
Bristol, PA
40 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
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
1h 49m 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.
Gateway National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
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...
28 mi from route
~71 min detour
Free
near mile 80.8
Park Closure: History House at Sandy Hook Closed to the Public
Park Closure: Jacob Riis Park Access Restrictions
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features a 42% highway share, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster roads, but also encounter surface streets. Expect the longest stretch without a significant change to be 17.6 miles on Trenton Road. You'll transition from highway cruising to surface roads, likely noticing denser traffic and more frequent intersections as you approach your destination.
42% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.6 mi on Trenton Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 35.9 miles in near US 206.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 80.8 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 35.9 miles (US 206): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
171 ft
50 ft
Total Climb
165 ft
Total Descent
101 ft
Highest Point
171 ft
~80.8 mi in
Elevation Range
121 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 Vineland, NJ and Freehold, NJ, road signs point toward New York, Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike and Njtp North: New York City.
New York
35.9 mi in
|
~48m
|
via US 206
Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
52.5 mi in
|
~1h 9m
Njtp North: New York City
53.1 mi in
|
~1h 11m
About the Cities
Starting in Vineland, NJ
Full guide →Vineland is a city of 61,000 people (2020) in New Jersey.
Top landmarks
- • Siloam Cemetery — cemetery in Vineland, New Jersey
Arriving in Freehold, NJ
Full guide →Freehold is a city in Monmouth County, New Jersey. Freehold is a great day or weekend trip for those who love history, architecture, shopping, and food.
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 49m. Total distance: 80.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.6 miles on Trenton Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.94 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 4 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 Freehold, 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 35.9 miles (US 206): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Gateway National Recreation Area. 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 Freehold, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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