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Trip from Newark, NJ to Vincentown, NJ

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 27m

Distance

68 mi

110 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min
4 AM
1h 20m ★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

unincorporated community and census-designated place in Southampton Township, New Jersey

Vincentown, NJ

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Trip Overview

This 68-mile drive from Newark, NJ to Vincentown, NJ is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 27 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, it's an economical option for a day trip. The route primarily utilizes major highways, making it a quick and efficient journey through the Northeast region of New Jersey. You won't need to worry about overnight stays for this short distance; it's designed for a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. Expect a direct and functional drive, perfect for getting from point A to point B without much fuss.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 68 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Primarily a highway-focused drive, this route boasts a 91% highway share, meaning you'll spend most of your time on faster-paced roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 47.3 miles, likely on the New Jersey Turnpike, offering a solid period of consistent travel. While predominantly highway, the route incorporates sections of US 206 and US 1, which may introduce slightly more varied driving conditions as you get closer to your destination. Overall, anticipate a journey characterized by efficiency and straightforward navigation on well-traveled roads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New Jersey Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 47.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and US 206. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Mulberry Street.

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 68 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.2 miles (Mulberry Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Mulberry Street

Turn right onto Mulberry Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
8
5.4 mi into trip | ~11m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
6
5.4 mi into trip | ~11m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
8
53.1 mi into trip | ~1h 6m in

Take the exit toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton

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 7 Toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton
7
53.9 mi into trip | ~1h 8m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Newark, NJ and Vincentown, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Trenton and Trenton.

Njtp South: Trenton

5.4 mi in | ~11m

Trenton

53.1 mi in | ~1h 6m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New Jersey Turnpike 47.3 mi 55m
US 206 12.1 mi 14m
US 1 1.7 mi 2m
Main Street 1.6 mi 2m
McCarter Highway 1.5 mi 3m
NJ 81 1.1 mi 2m
Mulberry Street 0.7 mi 1m
Market Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: New Jersey Turnpike — 47.3 mi, about 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Newark, NJ and Vincentown, NJ.

1

Start on CR 510

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Market Street
Use the straight lane.
2

Turn right onto Mulberry Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Mulberry Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3

Turn slight right onto NJ 21

1.5 mi · 3 min · McCarter Highway
Use the left lane.
4

Merge onto US 1; US 9

0.2 mi · 17 sec · US 1; US 9
5

Continue on US 1; US 9

1.5 mi · 2 min · US 1; US 9
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 15 sec
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
7

Continue on NJ 81

1.1 mi · 2 min · NJ 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork

315 ft · 7 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 38 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
10

Merge onto I 95; NJTP

47 mi · 55 min · New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 7 Toward US 206: Bordentown, Trenton Use the slight right lane.
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Toward US 206 South: Joint Base MDL Use the slight left lane.
13

Merge onto US 206

0.2 mi · 12 sec · US 206
14

Continue on US 206

7.5 mi · 8 min · US 206
Use the straight lane.
15

Continue on US 206

4.5 mi · 5 min · US 206
Use the straight lane.
16

Continue on US 206

1.4 mi · 2 min · Main Street
17

Turn right onto CR 681

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Buddtown Road
18

Continue on CR 681

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Main Street
19

Arrive at destination

CR 681

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 34 mi from Newark, NJ · 44m into the drive

town in Nottinghamshire, England

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mansfield, NJ

34 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Old Bridge, NJ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 34 miles from Newark, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Vincentown, NJ

The final approach into Vincentown, 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

$11.27 one way

$22.55 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $12.35 $24.69
premium $4.93 $13.19 $26.38
diesel $5.61 $15.01 $30.03

Estimated Tolls: $6.62

New Jersey Turnpike (47.3 mi) $6.62

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$11

Tolls

$7

Total

$18

Estimated CO2 emission: 23.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 20.4 0 $7.14 $3.26
Efficient EV 17 0 $5.95 $2.72
EV Truck/SUV 27.2 0 $9.52 $4.35

Gas CO2

24 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Newark, NJ

Evening in Newark on Thursday

Local time

6:15 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Vincentown, NJ

Evening in Vincentown on Thursday

Local time

6:15 PM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

46°F

Mansfield, NJ

34 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

15 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 27m 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 Newark, NJ to Vincentown, NJ covers 68 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, US 206, US 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34 miles from Newark, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.27 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 68 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.2 miles (Mulberry Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Newark, NJ and Vincentown, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Trenton and Trenton.

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