Origin
Middletown, NJ
Afternoon in Middletown on Monday
Local time
12:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Middletown, NJ to Long Beach, NJ
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
62.5 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
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6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Middletown, NJ
Alexa V. Mato
Long Beach, NJ
Sarah O'Shea
Trip Overview
The drive from Middletown, NJ to Long Beach, NJ covers 62.5 miles and takes about 1h 24m 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, NJ 72, Middletown Lincroft Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 45.6 miles on Garden State Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.34 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
31.2 miles from Middletown, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 24m highway drive covering 62.5 miles, with most of the trip on Garden State Parkway and NJ 72. The longest continuous stretch is about 45.6 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 13 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 45.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and NJ 72. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.1 miles in near GSP / Garden State Parkway.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 62.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.1 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
6.1 mi into trip
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~10m 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.
6
51.8 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward NJ 72: Long Beach Island, Pemberton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 63
Toward NJ 72: Long Beach Island, Pemberton
7
51.9 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 72 East: Long Beach Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward NJ 72 East: Long Beach Island
5
52.1 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
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NJ 72
Merge onto NJ 72
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
59.2 mi into trip
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~1h 15m in
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NJ 72 / West 9th Street
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 72 / West 9th Street toward North Long Beach Boulevard, Surf City, Barnegat Light
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / straight lanes.
Toward North Long Beach Boulevard, Surf City, B...
Towns Along This Route
Between Middletown, NJ and Long Beach, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll South, Pemberton, Surf City and Barnegat Light.
Gsp Toll South
5.8 mi in
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~10m
Pemberton
51.8 mi in
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~1h 4m
Surf City
59.2 mi in
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~1h 15m
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via NJ 72
Barnegat Light
59.2 mi in
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~1h 15m
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via NJ 72
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 45.6 mi | 53m |
| NJ 72 | 7.1 mi | 10m |
| Middletown Lincroft Road | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| Long Beach Boulevard | 3.1 mi | 7m |
| Newman Springs Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Church Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Bergen Avenue | 0.1 mi | 1m |
| West 9th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 45.6 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middletown, NJ and Long Beach, NJ.
1
Start on CR 50
35 ft
·
7 sec
·
Kings Highway
2
Turn left onto CR 50
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Church Street
3
Continue on CR 50
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Middletown Lincroft Road
4
Turn left onto CR 520
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Newman Springs Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward GSP Toll South
6
Merge onto GSP
46 mi
·
53 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 63
Toward NJ 72: Long Beach Island, Pemberton
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
Toward NJ 72 East: Long Beach Island
9
Merge onto NJ 72
7.1 mi
·
10 min
·
NJ 72
Use the right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 72
190 ft
·
11 sec
·
West 9th Street
Toward North Long Beach Boulevard, Surf City, Barnegat Light
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Turn left onto CR 607
3.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Long Beach Boulevard
12
Turn right onto East Bergen Avenue
0.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Bergen Avenue
13
Arrive at 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 31.2 miles from Middletown, NJ, or about 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.6 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 62.5 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.2 miles or 40m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Long Beach, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Middletown, 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 Middletown, NJ
This is one driving day of about 62.5 miles and 1h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Middletown, 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 45.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.2 mi from Middletown, NJ · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 62.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.2 miles from Middletown, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Long Beach, NJ
The final approach into Long Beach, 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 Long Beach, 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
$10.34 one way
$20.68 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $11.32 | $22.63 |
| premium | $4.92 | $12.11 | $24.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.89 | $27.77 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.74
Garden State Parkway
(45.6 mi)
$2.74
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
$10
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.56 | $3.00 |
| Efficient EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.47 | $2.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25 | 0 | $8.75 | $4.00 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Long Beach, NJ
Afternoon in Long Beach on Monday
Local time
12:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 24m 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 Middletown, NJ to Long Beach, NJ covers 62.5 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, NJ 72, Middletown Lincroft Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.2 miles from Middletown, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.34 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 demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 62.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.1 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Middletown, NJ and Long Beach, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll South, Pemberton, Surf City and Barnegat Light.
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