Drive Time
2h 4m
Distance
91.7 mi
148 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
The drive from South Vineland, NJ to Metuchen, NJ covers 91.7 miles and takes about 2h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Lincoln Avenue, Wheat Road, Blue Anchor Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.75 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
45.8 miles from South Vineland, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Expect a 2h 4m drive with frequent turns across 91.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Lincoln Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wheat Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Blue Anchor Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hammonton Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Buena-Hammonton Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 12th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 54 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bellevue Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between South Vineland, NJ and Metuchen, NJ.
Start on East Sherman Avenue
Turn left onto South Lincoln Avenue
Continue on Wheat Road
Continue on Blue Anchor Road
Continue on Hammonton Road
Continue on Buena-Hammonton Road
Continue on 12th Street
Continue on Route 54 North
Continue on 12th Street
Continue on Bellevue Avenue
Turn right
Continue on Trenton Road
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
Exit the roundabout onto US 206 North: Trenton, New York
Continue straight
Take the exit straight toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 18, US 1: New Brunswick
Keep slight right to continue on NJ 18 North: New Brunswick, Rutgers University
Keep slight left to continue on NJ 18 North: New Brunswick, Rutgers University
Merge slight left onto State Route 18
Take the exit slight right toward US 1 North: Newark
Merge slight left
Continue straight
Continue straight
Continue straight
Take the exit slight right toward CR 531 North: Metuchen
Turn straight onto Main Street
Turn left onto Middlesex Avenue
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.8 miles or 1h 2m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Metuchen, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving South Vineland, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 91.7 miles and 2h 4m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.8 mi from South Vineland, NJ · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 45.8 miles from South Vineland, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Metuchen, 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 Metuchen, NJ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$14.75 one way
$29.50 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $16.60 | $33.21 |
| premium | $4.95 | $17.89 | $35.77 |
| diesel | $5.98 | $21.59 | $43.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.1 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.63 | $4.40 |
| Efficient EV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.02 | $3.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.7 | 0 | $12.84 | $5.87 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in South Vineland on Saturday
Local time
9:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Metuchen on Saturday
Local time
9:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
59°F
Staten Island, NY
46 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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