Origin
South Vineland, NJ
Evening in South Vineland on Sunday
Local time
8:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Vineland, NJ to Lacey, NJ
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
65.2 mi
105 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
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6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Vineland, NJ
James Kampeis
Lacey, NJ
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Trip Overview
Traveling from South Vineland to Lacey is a straightforward 65.2-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 34 minutes. Since the entire trip is located within the Northeast region of New Jersey, you will find it manageable as a quick day trip rather than an overnight excursion. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel should cover your needs for this mixed-drive route. You will primarily navigate via Trenton Road and NJ 70 East, which provide a direct link between the two locations. Because there are no mandatory stops required by the route, you have the flexibility to complete the drive in one go or take your time depending on your schedule.
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
32.6 miles from South Vineland, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition between local roads and state highways. With a highway share of 34 percent, the route balances localized travel with faster corridors. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, covering 17.6 miles along Trenton Road. As you move toward NJ 70, the character of the road shifts, requiring you to remain attentive to changing speed limits and traffic patterns. This combination of segments ensures the drive stays engaging without becoming a monotonous interstate grind.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Trenton Road is the longest continuous segment at about 17.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near CR 655 / South Lincoln Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 34m drive. You will face about 10 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 655 / South Lincoln Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.3 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.4 miles (NJ 70): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.5 mi into trip
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~2m in
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CR 655 / South Lincoln Avenue
Turn left onto CR 655 / South Lincoln Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
37.3 mi into trip
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~51m in
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NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
5
37.4 mi into trip
|
~51m in
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NJ 70
Slight right onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
5
45.1 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
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NJ 70 East
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 East toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst
6
57.2 mi into trip
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~1h 18m in
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CR 530; CR 539
Turn right onto CR 530; CR 539
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from South Vineland, NJ to Lacey, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Long Beach Island along the way.
Long Beach Island
37.3 mi in
|
~51m
|
via NJ 70
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Trenton Road | 17.6 mi | 23m |
| NJ 70 East | 11.1 mi | 15m |
| NJ 70 | 8.7 mi | 12m |
| 12th Street | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| South Lincoln Avenue | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Lacey Road | 5.6 mi | 8m |
| Buena-Hammonton Road | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| CR 530 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Trenton Road
— 17.6 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Vineland, NJ and Lacey, NJ.
1
Start on CR 552
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Sherman Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto CR 655
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
South Lincoln Avenue
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on CR 619
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Wheat Road
4
Continue on NJ 54
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Blue Anchor Road
5
Continue on NJ 54
0.7 mi
·
52 sec
·
Hammonton Road
6
Continue on NJ 54
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Buena-Hammonton Road
7
Continue on NJ 54
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
12th Street
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on NJ 54
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
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Route 54 North
9
Continue on NJ 54
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
12th Street
10
Continue on NJ 54
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Bellevue Avenue
11
Turn right onto NJ 54
501 ft
·
8 sec
·
NJ 54
12
Continue on US 206
18 mi
·
23 min
·
Trenton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
109 ft
·
1 sec
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
14
Continue on NJ 70
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
Use the straight lane.
15
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 East
441 ft
·
5 sec
·
NJ 70 East
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst
16
Continue on NJ 70 East
11 mi
·
15 min
·
NJ 70 East
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on NJ 70; CR 530
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 70; CR 530
18
Turn right onto CR 530; CR 539
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
CR 530; CR 539
Use the none lane.
19
Turn right onto CR 614
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Lacey Road
20
Turn right
0.6 mi
·
3 min
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For the smoothest experience, plan your departure to avoid peak local traffic hours, as this will help keep your travel time closer to the estimated 1 hour and 34 minutes. Since the trip is relatively short, you do not need to worry about complex refueling strategies, though keeping $11 set aside for gas is a smart baseline. Given that there are no scheduled stops, keep your snacks and drinks handy before you leave South Vineland. Pay close attention to the transition onto NJ 70, as this is a key junction for your navigation. The lack of required stops gives you total control over your pace, so feel free to pull over whenever you personally need a break.
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 32.6 miles from South Vineland, NJ, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.6 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 65.2 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.6 miles or 45m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lacey, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving South Vineland, 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 South Vineland, NJ
This is one driving day of about 65.2 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from South Vineland, 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 Trenton Road for about 17.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.6 mi from South Vineland, NJ · 45m 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 65.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.6 miles from South Vineland, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lacey, NJ
The final approach into Lacey, 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 Lacey, 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
$10.79 one way
$21.58 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $11.81 | $23.61 |
| premium | $4.92 | $12.63 | $25.27 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.49 | $28.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.85 | $3.13 |
| Efficient EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.13 | $4.17 |
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
Lacey, NJ
Evening in Lacey on Sunday
Local time
8:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
2 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 34m 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 South Vineland, NJ to Lacey, NJ covers 65.2 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Trenton Road, NJ 70 East, NJ 70. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.6 miles from South Vineland, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.79 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 1h 34m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (CR 655 / South Lincoln Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.3 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.4 miles (NJ 70): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from South Vineland, NJ to Lacey, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Long Beach Island along the way.
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