Origin
East Hanover, NJ
Late night in East Hanover on Thursday
Local time
1:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Hanover, NJ to Toms River, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
78.1 mi
126 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Hanover, NJ
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Toms River, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from East Hanover, NJ to Toms River, NJ covers 78.1 miles and takes about 1h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Deforest Avenue, Ridgedale Avenue, Eagle Rock Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.95 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
39.1 miles from East Hanover, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 25m drive with frequent turns across 78.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Deforest Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from East Hanover, NJ to Toms River, NJ is easy. At 1h 25m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from East Hanover, NJ to Toms River, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Deforest Avenue | — | — |
| Ridgedale Avenue | — | — |
| Eagle Rock Avenue | — | — |
| Eisenhower Parkway | — | — |
| I 280 East | — | — |
| Essex Freeway | — | — |
| Harrison Street | — | — |
| Freeway Drive East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Deforest Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Hanover, NJ and Toms River, NJ.
1
Start on the route
115 ft
·
11 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right
351 ft
·
27 sec
3
Turn right onto Deforest Avenue
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Deforest Avenue
4
Turn right onto Ridgedale Avenue
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Ridgedale Avenue
5
Turn right onto Eagle Rock Avenue
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Eagle Rock Avenue
6
Turn left onto Eisenhower Parkway
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Eisenhower Parkway
7
Take the ramp slight right toward I 280 East
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
I 280 East
8
Merge slight left onto Essex Freeway
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Essex Freeway
9
Take the exit slight right toward Harrison Street, Clinton Street, East Orange
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Harrison Street, Clinton Street, East Orange
10
Turn straight onto Freeway Drive East
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Freeway Drive East
11
Turn right onto South Oraton Parkway
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
South Oraton Parkway
12
Continue on Whittlesey Avenue
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Whittlesey Avenue
13
Turn straight onto Maybaum Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Maybaum Avenue
14
Continue on Oraton Parkway
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Oraton Parkway
15
Keep slight right to continue on Oraton Parkway
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Oraton Parkway
16
Take the ramp straight toward GSP Toll South
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
GSP Toll South
17
Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Garden State Parkway
18
Continue on Garden State Parkway Southbound
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Garden State Parkway Southbound
19
Keep slight left to continue on Garden State Parkway
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
Garden State Parkway
20
Keep slight right to continue on Garden State Parkway
43 mi
·
50 min
·
Garden State Parkway
21
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 37 East: Seaside Heights, Island Beach State Park
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
NJ 37 East: Seaside Heights, Island Beach State Park
22
Merge slight left onto Route 37 West
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Route 37 West
23
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
24
Turn left
79 ft
·
6 sec
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 39.1 miles from East Hanover, NJ, or about 42m into the drive.
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 17 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.1 miles or 42m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Toms River, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving East Hanover, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from East Hanover, NJ
This is one driving day of about 78.1 miles and 1h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from East Hanover, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.1 mi from East Hanover, NJ · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.1 miles from East Hanover, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Toms River, NJ
The final approach into Toms River, NJ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.95 one way
$25.90 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $14.18 | $28.36 |
| premium | $4.93 | $15.15 | $30.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.24 | $34.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.20 | $3.75 |
| Efficient EV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.83 | $3.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.2 | 0 | $10.93 | $5.00 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Destination
Toms River, NJ
Late night in Toms River on Thursday
Local time
1:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
11 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 25m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from East Hanover, NJ to Toms River, NJ covers 78.1 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Deforest Avenue, Ridgedale Avenue, Eagle Rock Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.1 miles from East Hanover, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.95 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from East Hanover, NJ to Toms River, NJ is easy. At 1h 25m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from East Hanover, NJ to Toms River, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from East Hanover, NJ to Toms River, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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