Spanning 97.9 miles, this journey from Vineland to Middletown takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. It serves as a straightforward trip through the Northeast region, perfectly suited for a single day of travel. You can expect to spend about $16 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for a quick getaway or commute. Because the route is relatively short, there is no need to plan for overnight stays, allowing you to easily complete the drive in one go. Whether you are heading north for business or leisure, this path offers a reliable connection between these two New Jersey communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49 miles from Vineland, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Garden State Parkway
22.6 mi
26m
NJ 70
18.2 mi
26m
Trenton Road
17.6 mi
23m
NJ 70 East
11.1 mi
15m
12th Street
6.1 mi
7m
Lakehurst Circle
4.9 mi
7m
Landis Avenue
3.7 mi
5m
North Lincoln Avenue
2.6 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 22.6 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vineland, NJ and Middletown, NJ.
1
Start on Landis Avenue
3.7 mi·5 min·Landis Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto CR 655
2.6 mi·3 min·North Lincoln Avenue
3
Continue on CR 619
0.2 mi·23 sec·Wheat Road
4
Continue on NJ 54
1.1 mi·1 min·Blue Anchor Road
5
Continue on NJ 54
0.7 mi·52 sec·Hammonton Road
6
Continue on NJ 54
2.3 mi·2 min·Buena-Hammonton Road
7
Continue on NJ 54
4.4 mi·5 min·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·12th Street
10
Continue on NJ 54
1.1 mi·2 min·Bellevue Avenue
11
Turn right onto NJ 54
501 ft·8 sec·NJ 54
12
Continue on US 206
18 mi·23 min·Trenton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
109 ft·1 sec·NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
14
Continue on NJ 70
7.8 mi·10 min·NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach IslandUse the straight lane.
15
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 East
441 ft·5 sec·NJ 70 East
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst
16
Continue on NJ 70 East
11 mi·15 min·NJ 70 East
Toward NJ 70 East: LakehurstUse the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on NJ 70; CR 530
6.0 mi·8 min·NJ 70; CR 530
18
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
0.1 mi·9 sec·NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Joint Base MDL Lakehurst, Toms River, Brick
19
Continue on NJ 70
0.7 mi·1 min·NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Joint Base MDL Lakehurst, Toms River, Brick
20
Continue on NJ 70
0.4 mi·54 sec·NJ 70
Use the left lane.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 70
4.9 mi·7 min·Lakehurst Circle
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on NJ 70
3.2 mi·4 min·NJ 70
Use the straight lane.
23
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward GSP Toll North: Woodbridge
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·21 sec
Toward GSP North, CR 528: LakewoodUse the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·47 sec
Toward GSP NorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Merge onto GSP
13 mi·15 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·31 sec
28
Take the exit
0.1 mi·9 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Merge onto GSP
9.1 mi·10 min·Garden State Parkway
30
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 114Toward Holmdel, MiddletownUse the slight right lane.
31
Turn right onto CR 52
440 ft·11 sec·Red Hill Road
32
Continue on CR 52
1.0 mi·1 min·Van Schoick Road
33
Turn right onto Holland Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Holland Road
34
Turn left onto Red Hill Road
0.2 mi·33 sec·Red Hill Road
35
Turn right onto Kings Highway
0.3 mi·43 sec·Kings Highway
36
Arrive at destination
CR 50
Trip Plan
To ensure a smooth journey, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic, as this route relies on a mix of major arteries and local roads. Since the drive is under three hours, you have the flexibility to power through without formal stops, though you should keep an eye on your fuel gauge given the $16 estimated cost. Keep in mind that your longest stretch occurs on the Garden State Parkway, so prepare for consistent highway speeds during that 22.6-mile segment. By monitoring your navigation closely when transitioning onto NJ 70 or Trenton Road, you can avoid unnecessary delays. This route’s brevity is its greatest advantage, so feel free to keep your itinerary loose and enjoy the straightforward pace.
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 49 miles from Vineland, NJ, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.6 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 22 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49 miles or 1h 6m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Middletown, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Vineland, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Vineland, NJ
This is one driving day of about 97.9 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Vineland, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Garden State Parkway for about 22.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 35.9 and 94.8 — 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|~48m in|NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
6
60.9 mi into trip|~1h 23m in|NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 East: Joint Base MDL Lakehurst, Toms River, Brick
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 East: Joint Base MDL Lakehurst, To...
8
70.8 mi into trip|~1h 39m in
Keep slight left at fork toward GSP North, CR 528: Lakewood
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward GSP North, CR 528: Lakewood
7
71.1 mi into trip|~1h 40m in
Keep slight left at fork toward GSP North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward GSP North
8
94.8 mi into trip|~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward Holmdel, Middletown
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 114
Toward Holmdel, Middletown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.23 one way
$32.46 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$17.78
$35.55
premium
$4.93
$18.99
$37.97
diesel
$5.61
$21.62
$43.23
Estimated Tolls: $1.36
Garden State Parkway
(22.6 mi)$1.36
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
$16
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.4
0
$10.28
$4.70
Efficient EV
24.5
0
$8.57
$3.92
EV Truck/SUV
39.2
0
$13.71
$6.27
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Vineland, NJ
Morning
in Vineland on Sunday
Local time
6:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Middletown, NJ
Morning
in Middletown on Sunday
Local time
6:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 5 to 10 mph2% chanceLive forecast
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
31 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
2h 15m 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...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
Free
near mile 97.9
Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...
28 mi from route
~69 min detour
$10
near mile 97.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a mixed profile that keeps the driving experience varied rather than monotonous. You will spend about 54% of your time on highways, balancing faster stretches with local road navigation. A significant portion of your time behind the wheel involves the Garden State Parkway, which includes your longest uninterrupted segment of 22.6 miles. As you transition between the Parkway, NJ 70, and Trenton Road, you will notice the rhythm of the drive shifting from high-speed transit to more technical local driving. Expect a blend of road types that requires you to stay alert as the environment changes.
54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.6 mi on Garden State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 NJ 70.
Driving Effort10/10
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 22 significant decision points across 97.9 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 35.9 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60.9 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
Between Vineland, NJ and Middletown, NJ, road signs point toward Long Beach Island, Toms River, Brick, Gsp Toll North: Woodbridge, Gsp North and Cr 528: Lakewood.
Long Beach Island
35.9 mi in|~48m|via NJ 70
Toms River
60.9 mi in|~1h 23m|via NJ 70
Brick
60.9 mi in|~1h 23m|via NJ 70
Gsp Toll North: Woodbridge
70.2 mi in|~1h 38m
Gsp North
70.8 mi in|~1h 39m
Cr 528: Lakewood
70.8 mi in|~1h 39m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 15m. Total distance: 97.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). 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 22.6 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.36 in tolls one way, starting with Garden State Parkway. 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.
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 Middletown, NJ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 35.9 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60.9 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Gateway National Recreation Area and Thomas Edison National Historical Park. 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 Middletown, NJ before heading back.
