Origin
Highland Park, NJ
Night in Highland Park on Wednesday
Local time
11:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Highland Park, NJ to Toms River, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
54.5 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Highland Park, NJ
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Toms River, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Highland Park, NJ to Toms River, NJ covers 54.5 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Klemm Avenue, Crescent Boulevard, I 76 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.04 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
27.3 miles from Highland Park, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 13m drive with frequent turns across 54.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Klemm 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 Highland Park, NJ to Toms River, NJ is easy. At 1h 13m 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 Highland Park, NJ to Toms River, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Klemm Avenue | — | — |
| Crescent Boulevard | — | — |
| I 76 East | — | — |
| North-South Freeway | — | — |
| I 295 North | — | — |
| NJ 70 East | — | — |
| Marlton Pike | — | — |
| Four Mile Circle | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Klemm Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Highland Park, NJ and Toms River, NJ.
1
Start on Sylvan Avenue
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
Sylvan Avenue
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto Klemm Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Klemm Avenue
3
Turn right onto Crescent Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Crescent Boulevard
4
Take the exit slight left toward I 76 East: Atlantic City, Trenton, Delaware Memorial Bridge
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 76 East: Atlantic City, Trenton, Delaware Memorial Bridge
5
Merge slight left onto North-South Freeway
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
North-South Freeway
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 295 North: Trenton
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 295 North: Trenton
7
Merge slight right
7.2 mi
·
8 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 70 East: Marlton
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 70 East: Marlton
9
Merge slight left onto Marlton Pike
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Marlton Pike
10
Keep slight left to continue on Marlton Pike
10 mi
·
16 min
·
Marlton Pike
11
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
482 ft
·
6 sec
·
NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
12
Exit the roundabout onto NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
13
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Four Mile Circle
440 ft
·
6 sec
·
Four Mile Circle
14
Exit the rotary onto NJ 70 East: Lakehurst
11 mi
·
15 min
·
NJ 70 East: Lakehurst
15
Continue straight
0.9 mi
·
1 min
16
Turn right
7.9 mi
·
12 min
17
Turn left onto Dover Road
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Dover Road
18
Continue on Dover Road
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Dover Road
19
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
South Main Street
20
At the end of the road, turn left onto Atlantic City Boulevard
338 ft
·
8 sec
·
Atlantic City Boulevard
21
Continue on North Main Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
North Main Street
22
Turn right
79 ft
·
6 sec
23
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 27.3 miles from Highland Park, NJ, or about 36m 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 12 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.3 miles or 36m 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 2m
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 Highland Park, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Highland Park, NJ
This is one driving day of about 54.5 miles and 1h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Highland Park, 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 27.3 mi from Highland Park, NJ · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.3 miles from Highland Park, 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
$9.04 one way
$18.07 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.90 | $19.79 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.57 | $21.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.03 | $24.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.1 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 | 16.3 | 0 | $5.72 | $2.62 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.63 | $3.49 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Toms River, NJ
Night in Toms River on Wednesday
Local time
11:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Medford, NJ
27 mi in
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
3 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 13m 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 Highland Park, NJ to Toms River, NJ covers 54.5 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Klemm Avenue, Crescent Boulevard, I 76 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.3 miles from Highland Park, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.04 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 Highland Park, NJ to Toms River, NJ is easy. At 1h 13m 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 Highland Park, NJ to Toms River, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Highland Park, NJ to Toms River, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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