Traveling the 119 miles from Vineland to Montville is a straightforward journey across New Jersey that typically takes about 2 hours and 42 minutes. Because this route stays within the Northeast region, you can easily complete the entire trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $20 on fuel for the excursion. The drive utilizes a combination of I-287, US-206, and Trenton Road, offering a balanced mix of infrastructure. Whether you are heading north for business or a weekend visit, this route is highly efficient for those looking to reach their destination without complex planning.
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
59.5 miles from Vineland, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 19m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 287
27.1 mi
32m
US 206
24.4 mi
33m
Trenton Road
17.6 mi
23m
I 295
10 mi
11m
Peter J. Biondi Memorial Bypass
8 mi
11m
12th Street
6.1 mi
7m
Brunswick Pike
4.1 mi
5m
Landis Avenue
3.7 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 287
— 27.1 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vineland, NJ and Montville, 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 US 206
498 ft·6 sec·US 206
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
14
Continue on US 206
7.6 mi·10 min·US 206
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New YorkUse the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 206
9.8 mi·11 min·US 206
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Take the exit
489 ft·15 sec
Toward Bordentown
17
Turn straight onto CR 545
0.3 mi·35 sec·Farnsworth Avenue
18
Turn left onto US 130
0.4 mi·44 sec·Burlington Pike
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward I 295 North: TrentonUse the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto I 295
10 mi·11 min·I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi·14 sec
Exit 67A-BToward US 1: New Brunswick, TrentonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 67AToward US 1 North: New BrunswickUse the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Merge onto US 1
4.1 mi·5 min·Brunswick Pike
24
Enter roundabout onto CR 526; CR 571
339 ft·7 sec·Washington Road
25
Continue on CR 526; CR 571
1.6 mi·3 min·Washington Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Turn left onto NJ 27
0.1 mi·30 sec·Nassau Street
Use the left lane.
27
Turn right onto Witherspoon Street
0.8 mi·2 min·Witherspoon Street
28
Continue on Mount Lucas Road
493 ft·20 sec·Mount Lucas Road
29
Turn left onto Cherry Hill Road
141 ft·8 sec·Cherry Hill Road
Use the left lane.
30
Turn right onto US 206; CR 533
3.1 mi·5 min·State Road
Use the right lane.
31
Continue on US 206; CR 533
5.3 mi·8 min·US 206; CR 533
Use the straight lane.
32
Take the exit onto US 206 BYP
0.2 mi·15 sec·Peter J. Biondi Memorial Bypass
33
Merge onto US 206 BYP
7.8 mi·11 min·Peter J. Biondi Memorial Bypass
Use the straight lane.
34
Enter roundabout onto US 206
209 ft·2 sec·US 206
Toward US 202 North, US 206 North: Netcong, New York
35
Continue on US 206
1.6 mi·2 min·US 206
Toward US 202 North, US 206 North: Netcong, New York
36
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 287 North: Netcong, Morristown
37
Merge onto I 287
27 mi·32 min·I 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38
Take the exit
0.1 mi·16 sec
Exit 45Toward Wootton Street, BoontonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
39
Continue on Park Avenue
0.1 mi·25 sec·Park Avenue
40
Turn left onto Wootton Street
287 ft·11 sec·Wootton Street
41
Turn right onto US 202
0.5 mi·45 sec·Myrtle Avenue
42
Continue on US 202
0.5 mi·47 sec·Main Road
43
Arrive at destination
US 202
Trip Plan
Planning for this trip is simple thanks to its manageable duration, allowing you plenty of flexibility in your departure time. Since the route includes one planned stop, use that break to stretch your legs and refuel if necessary. Keep in mind that the road conditions will shift as you transition from Trenton Road and US-206 onto the interstate segments. To make the most of your time on the road, check traffic reports for I-287 before you leave, as this will be your longest continuous stretch of driving. Aiming for a mid-morning departure can often help you avoid the heaviest congestion on these primary New Jersey roadways.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.5 miles from Vineland, NJ, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.1 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 26 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.5 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montville, 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 119 miles and 2h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Vineland, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 287 for about 27.1 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 26
5 decision points cluster between mile 35.9 and 117.7 — 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|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
54.2 mi into trip|~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
8
64.6 mi into trip|~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward US 1: New Brunswick, Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 67A-B
Toward US 1: New Brunswick, Trenton
8
64.8 mi into trip|~1h 25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 1 North: New Brunswick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 67A
Toward US 1 North: New Brunswick
8
117.7 mi into trip|~2h 40m in
Take the exit toward Wootton Street, Boonton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 45
Toward Wootton Street, Boonton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.73 one way
$39.46 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$21.61
$43.21
premium
$4.93
$23.08
$46.16
diesel
$5.61
$26.27
$52.55
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35.7
0
$12.49
$5.71
Efficient EV
29.8
0
$10.41
$4.76
EV Truck/SUV
47.6
0
$16.66
$7.62
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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 18, 2026
Origin
Vineland, NJ
Night
in Vineland on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Partly Cloudy
NE 0 to 5 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Montville, NJ
Night
in Montville on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Bristol, PA
60 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
2 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 42m 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.
Morristown National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...
2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 102.6
Park Closure: Partial Reopening: Cross Estate Gardens
Silk cloth and steam locomotives; textiles and continuous paper rolls; firearms and aircraft engines. What do these things have in common? All were manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ. In 17...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 119
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...
11 mi from route
~28 min detour
$10
near mile 110.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a mixed drive that transitions between local roads and major thoroughfares, with highway travel accounting for 52% of your time behind the wheel. You will find that the road's personality changes as you move from the more southern parts of the state toward Montville. Be prepared for a variety of conditions, as the route is not a monotonous interstate grind. The longest uninterrupted section occurs on I-287, where you will cover a 27.1-mile stretch. Navigating these differing road types keeps the drive engaging and requires you to stay alert as you switch between highway speeds and local traffic patterns.
52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
43 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.1 mi on I 287.
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 US 206.
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 26 significant decision points across 119 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 (US 206): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
318 ft34 ft
Total Climb
468 ft
Total Descent
257 ft
Highest Point
318 ft
~119 mi in
Elevation Range
285 ft
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 Montville, NJ, road signs point toward New York, Bordentown, Trenton and Morristown.
New York
35.9 mi in|~48m|via US 206
Bordentown
53.4 mi in|~1h 11m
Trenton
64.6 mi in|~1h 25m
Morristown
90.2 mi in|~2h 6m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 42m. Total distance: 119 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). 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 27.1 miles on I 287. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Montville, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. 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 (US 206): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Morristown National Historical Park, Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park 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 Montville, NJ before heading back.
