Origin
Long Hill, NJ
Morning in Long Hill on Thursday
Local time
11:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Long Hill, NJ to Toms River, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 32m
Distance
66.5 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
★
6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 38m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Long Hill, NJ
David Kanigan
Toms River, NJ
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Trip Overview
Planning a trip from Long Hill, NJ, to Toms River, NJ? This 66.5-mile drive typically takes about 1 hour and 32 minutes, making it a very manageable day trip. You'll spend most of your time on the Garden State Parkway Southbound, which accounts for 81% of the total highway driving. With an estimated fuel cost of around $11, this route is budget-friendly for a quick getaway within the Northeast region. Given its relatively short duration and straightforward path, it's ideal for a spontaneous drive or a planned excursion without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.3 miles from Long Hill, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 66.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with an 81% highway share. Expect a smooth and efficient journey primarily on the Garden State Parkway Southbound. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a substantial 47.4 miles on the Parkway, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the trip. While the majority of the route is on these main arteries, you'll also navigate segments of North Martine Avenue at the beginning, providing a brief introduction to local roads before merging onto the main highway. The character remains largely that of a fast-paced, direct route.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 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 47.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and Garden State Parkway Southbound. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Mountainview Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.5 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Mountainview Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (Union Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Mountainview Road
Turn left onto Mountainview Road
Navigation decision point
6
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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Union Avenue
Turn left onto Union Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
11.4 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the ramp toward GSP Toll South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward GSP Toll South
6
22.4 mi into trip
|
~39m in
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GSP / Garden State Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
65.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward NJ 37 East: Seaside Heights, Island Beach State Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 82
Toward NJ 37 East: Seaside Heights, Island Beac...
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 Long Hill, NJ to Toms River, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Gsp Toll South along the way.
Gsp Toll South
11.4 mi in
|
~24m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 47.4 mi | 56m |
| Garden State Parkway Southbound | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| North Martine Avenue | 3.5 mi | 7m |
| Raritan Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Union Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| New Providence Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Diamond Hill Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Central Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 47.4 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Long Hill, NJ and Toms River, NJ.
1
Start on Long Hill Lane
368 ft
·
21 sec
·
Long Hill Lane
2
Turn left onto Mountainview Road
192 ft
·
12 sec
·
Mountainview Road
3
Turn right onto CR 638
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Fairmount Avenue
4
Continue on Central Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Avenue
5
Turn right onto CR 512
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Springfield Avenue
6
Turn left onto Union Avenue
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Union Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on CR 655
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Diamond Hill Road
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on CR 655
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
New Providence Road
9
Turn right onto CR 655
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Avenue
10
Continue on CR 655
3.5 mi
·
7 min
·
North Martine Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on CR 655
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Avenue
12
Turn left onto CR 607
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Oak Ridge Road
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on CR 607
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Raritan Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto CR 613
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Central Avenue
Use the right lane.
15
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward GSP Toll South
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto GSP
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on Garden State Parkway
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Garden State Parkway Southbound
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
Garden State Parkway
19
Keep slight right at fork onto GSP
43 mi
·
50 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 82
Toward NJ 37 East: Seaside Heights, Island Beach State Park
Use the right lane.
21
Merge onto NJ 37
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Route 37 West
22
Turn right onto NJ 166
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Turn left
78 ft
·
5 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 1 hour and 32-minute drive covering 66.5 miles, flexibility is your greatest asset. You can easily depart at your convenience without needing to worry about splitting the journey. Consider leaving early in the morning to take advantage of lighter traffic, especially as you'll be spending a significant portion on the Garden State Parkway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a break is 47.4 miles. While a $11 fuel cost is minimal, it's always wise to have a full tank before setting off to avoid any unexpected stops.
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 33.3 miles from Long Hill, NJ, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.4 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 15 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.3 miles or 52m 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 19m
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 Long Hill, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Long Hill, NJ
This is one driving day of about 66.5 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Long Hill, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Garden State Parkway for about 47.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.3 mi from Long Hill, NJ · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.3 miles from Long Hill, 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
$11.02 one way
$22.05 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.07 | $24.15 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.90 | $25.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.68 | $29.36 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.22
Garden State Parkway
(53.6 mi)
$3.22
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
$11
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $6.98 | $3.19 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.82 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.31 | $4.26 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Morning in Toms River on Thursday
Local time
11:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°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
1 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
1h 32m 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 Long Hill, NJ to Toms River, NJ covers 66.5 miles and takes about 1h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, Garden State Parkway Southbound, North Martine 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 33.3 miles from Long Hill, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.02 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.5 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Mountainview Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (Union Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Long Hill, NJ to Toms River, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Gsp Toll South along the way.
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