Origin
Northfield, NJ
Afternoon in Northfield on Thursday
Local time
12:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Northfield, NJ to Toms River, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
50m
Distance
48.7 mi
78 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Northfield, NJ
Thomas Parker
Toms River, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Northfield, NJ to Toms River, NJ covers 48.7 miles and takes about 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Tilton Road, Fire Road, Black Horse Pike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.07 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 48.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 50m drive with frequent turns across 48.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Tilton Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Northfield, NJ to Toms River, NJ is easy. At 50m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Northfield, NJ to Toms River, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tilton Road | — | — |
| Fire Road | — | — |
| Black Horse Pike | — | — |
| GSP Toll North | — | — |
| Garden State Parkway | — | — |
| Lakehurst Road | — | — |
| West Water Street | — | — |
| Irons Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Tilton Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Northfield, NJ and Toms River, NJ.
1
Start on Zion Road
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Zion Road
2
Turn right onto Tilton Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Tilton Road
3
Turn right onto Fire Road
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Fire Road
4
Turn left onto Black Horse Pike
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Black Horse Pike
5
Take the exit slight right toward GSP Toll North
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
GSP Toll North
6
Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Garden State Parkway
7
Keep slight left to continue on Garden State Parkway
28 mi
·
32 min
·
Garden State Parkway
8
Take the exit slight right toward Lakehurst Road, Toms River
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Lakehurst Road, Toms River
9
Continue on Lakehurst Road
469 ft
·
9 sec
·
Lakehurst Road
10
Continue on West Water Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Water Street
11
Turn left onto Irons Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Irons Street
12
Continue on Irons Street
269 ft
·
16 sec
·
Irons Street
13
Turn right onto North Main Street
289 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Main Street
14
Turn left
79 ft
·
6 sec
15
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.3 mi from Northfield, NJ · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.3 miles from Northfield, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Toms River, NJ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Toms River, 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
$8.07 one way
$16.15 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.84 | $17.69 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.44 | $18.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.75 | $21.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.26 | $1.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.82 | $3.12 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Afternoon in Toms River on Thursday
Local time
12:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Bass River, NJ
24 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
1 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
50m 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 Northfield, NJ to Toms River, NJ covers 48.7 miles and takes about 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tilton Road, Fire Road, Black Horse Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.3 miles from Northfield, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.07 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.
The drive from Northfield, NJ to Toms River, NJ is easy. At 50m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Northfield, NJ to Toms River, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Northfield, NJ to Toms River, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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