Origin
Laurelton Gardens, NJ
Afternoon in Laurelton Gardens on Thursday
Local time
2:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Laurelton Gardens, NJ to Tuckerton, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
47m
Distance
37.7 mi
61 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tuckerton, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Trip Overview
The drive from Laurelton Gardens, NJ to Tuckerton, NJ covers 37.7 miles and takes about 47m 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, CR 539, Ocean Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.9 miles on Garden State Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.25 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 37.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 47m highway drive covering 37.7 miles, with most of the trip on Garden State Parkway and CR 539. The longest continuous stretch is about 31.9 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 7 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 31.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and CR 539. 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.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 47m drive. You will face about 5 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 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.5 mi into trip
|
~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
|
~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
|
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.
8
33.8 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward CR 539: Little Egg Harbor, Tuckerton
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 58
Toward CR 539: Little Egg Harbor, Tuckerton
6
34.1 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
CR 539
Turn left onto CR 539
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Laurelton Gardens, NJ to Tuckerton, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 539: Little Egg Harbor along the way.
Cr 539: Little Egg Harbor
33.8 mi in
|
~40m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 31.9 mi | 37m |
| CR 539 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Ocean Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Chambersbridge Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Green Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 31.9 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laurelton Gardens, NJ and Tuckerton, 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
32 mi
·
37 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 58
Toward CR 539: Little Egg Harbor, Tuckerton
Use the slight right lane.
6
Turn left onto CR 539
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
CR 539
Use the left lane.
7
Arrive at destination
(603)
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.9 mi from Laurelton Gardens, NJ · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.9 miles from Laurelton Gardens, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tuckerton, NJ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Tuckerton, NJ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.25 one way
$12.50 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.85 | $13.69 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.31 | $14.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.32 | $16.65 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.92
Garden State Parkway
(31.9 mi)
$1.92
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$2
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.30 | $1.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.41 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Tuckerton, NJ
Afternoon in Tuckerton on Thursday
Local time
2:50 PM
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
24 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
47m 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 Tuckerton, NJ covers 37.7 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, CR 539, Ocean Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.9 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 $6.25 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 47m drive. You will face about 5 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.
On the drive from Laurelton Gardens, NJ to Tuckerton, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 539: Little Egg Harbor along the way.
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