Origin
Laurelton Gardens, NJ
Afternoon in Laurelton Gardens on Monday
Local time
3:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Laurelton Gardens, NJ to Lincoln Park, NJ
Drive Time
37m
Distance
27.7 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lincoln Park, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Laurelton Gardens, NJ to Lincoln Park, NJ covers 27.7 miles and takes about 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Garden State Parkway, Ocean Avenue, South Barnegat Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.2 miles on Garden State Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.58 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
13.8 miles from Laurelton Gardens, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 37m highway drive covering 27.7 miles, with most of the trip on Garden State Parkway and Ocean Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.2 miles on Garden State Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Garden State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 23.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and Ocean Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near CR 549 / Chambersbridge Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 37m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (CR 549 / Chambersbridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.5 mi into trip
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~2m in
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CR 549 / Chambersbridge Road
Turn left onto CR 549 / Chambersbridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
1.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the ramp toward GSP Toll South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward GSP Toll South
5
1.9 mi into trip
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~3m in
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GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
25.1 mi into trip
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~30m in
Take the exit toward CR 554 East: Barnegat
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 67A
Toward CR 554 East: Barnegat
5
25.7 mi into trip
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~32m in
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West Bay Avenue
Turn right onto West Bay Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Laurelton Gardens, NJ and Lincoln Park, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll South and Cr 554 East: Barnegat.
Gsp Toll South
1.7 mi in
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~2m
Cr 554 East: Barnegat
25.1 mi in
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~30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 23.2 mi | 27m |
| Ocean Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| South Barnegat Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| West Bay Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Village Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Lighthouse Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Chambersbridge Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 23.2 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laurelton Gardens, NJ and Lincoln Park, NJ.
1
Start on NJ 88
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Ocean Avenue
2
Turn left onto CR 549
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Chambersbridge Road
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward GSP Toll South
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto GSP
23 mi
·
27 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 67A
Toward CR 554 East: Barnegat
Use the slight right lane.
6
Turn right onto (105)
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Lighthouse Drive
7
Turn right onto West Bay Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Bay Avenue
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto CR 8
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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South Barnegat Boulevard
9
Turn right onto Village Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Village Drive
10
Arrive at destination
Village Drive
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 13.8 miles from Laurelton Gardens, NJ, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.2 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 27.7 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.8 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lincoln Park, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Laurelton Gardens, 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 Laurelton Gardens, NJ
This is one driving day of about 27.7 miles and 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Laurelton Gardens, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Garden State Parkway for about 23.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.8 mi from Laurelton Gardens, NJ · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 27.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.8 miles from Laurelton Gardens, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lincoln Park, NJ
The final approach into Lincoln Park, NJ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lincoln Park, NJ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.58 one way
$9.17 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $5.02 | $10.03 |
| premium | $4.92 | $5.37 | $10.74 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.15 | $12.31 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.39
Garden State Parkway
(23.2 mi)
$1.39
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
$5
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.91 | $1.33 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.88 | $1.77 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Lincoln Park, NJ
Afternoon in Lincoln Park on Monday
Local time
3:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live 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
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
37m 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 Laurelton Gardens, NJ to Lincoln Park, NJ covers 27.7 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, Ocean Avenue, South Barnegat Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.8 miles from Laurelton Gardens, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.58 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.
This is a straightforward 37m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (CR 549 / Chambersbridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Laurelton Gardens, NJ and Lincoln Park, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll South and Cr 554 East: Barnegat.
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