Origin
Springfield, NJ
Late night in Springfield on Monday
Local time
4:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, NJ to Toms River, NJ
Drive Time
49m
Distance
30.9 mi
50 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
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6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, NJ
Ren Aukeman
Toms River, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Springfield to Toms River, you are looking at a manageable 30.9-mile journey across the Northeast. Clocking in at approximately 49 minutes, this trip is perfectly suited as a quick day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $5 on fuel for the trek, making it an incredibly budget-friendly outing. Your route will primarily utilize Route 37 West, Pinehurst Road, and Monmouth Road to move between these two New Jersey locations. Since both the origin and destination are situated within the Northeast region, you will find the travel environment familiar and straightforward. It is a practical, no-fuss connection that gets you where you need to be without requiring a multi-day itinerary.
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
15.4 miles from Springfield, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 30.9-mile commute offers a mixed drive profile, shifting between faster transit and local traffic. With roughly 32% of your time spent on highways, you will encounter a blend of road types rather than a monotonous interstate grind. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will navigate is a 6.7-mile segment on Route 37 West, which provides a brief moment of consistency before transitioning into the varied pace of Pinehurst Road and Monmouth Road. Expect the road's personality to evolve as you move away from Springfield and navigate the different infrastructure types along the way. Staying attentive is key, as the changing road classifications require you to adjust your driving style throughout the 49-minute duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Monmouth Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
182 ft
17 ft
Total Climb
220 ft
Total Descent
317 ft
Highest Point
182 ft
~2.6 mi in
Elevation Range
165 ft
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Springfield, NJ to Toms River, NJ is easy. At 49m 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 Springfield, NJ to Toms River, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Monmouth Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jacobstown New Egypt Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jacobstown Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Brindletown Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Front Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Magnolia Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Archertown Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Monmouth Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, NJ and Toms River, NJ.
1
Start on the route
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Monmouth Road
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Monmouth Road
3
Turn slight right onto Jacobstown New Egypt Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Jacobstown New Egypt Road
4
Continue on Jacobstown Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Jacobstown Road
5
Continue on Main Street
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Main Street
6
Turn right onto Brindletown Road
197 ft
·
8 sec
·
Brindletown Road
7
Turn left onto Front Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Front Street
8
Continue on Magnolia Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Magnolia Avenue
9
Continue on Archertown Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Archertown Road
10
Turn straight onto West Colliers Mills Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
West Colliers Mills Road
11
Turn right onto Pinehurst Road
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Pinehurst Road
12
Continue on Whiting-New Egypt Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Whiting-New Egypt Road
13
Turn left onto Horicon Avenue
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Horicon Avenue
14
Continue on Beckerville Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Beckerville Road
15
Turn left
1.0 mi
·
1 min
16
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Eisenhower Traffic Circle
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Eisenhower Traffic Circle
17
Exit the rotary onto NJ 70 East: Joint Base MDL Lakehurst, Toms River, Brick
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 70 East: Joint Base MDL Lakehurst, Toms River, Brick
18
Continue straight
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
19
Keep slight right to continue on Route 37 West
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Route 37 West
20
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
21
Turn left
79 ft
·
6 sec
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip with zero planned stops, you have plenty of flexibility to structure your departure time around your own schedule. Keep in mind that with a total distance of only 30.9 miles, there is no need to over-plan for rest breaks or long-distance fatigue. Budgeting about $5 for fuel is a safe bet for your trip, so ensure your tank is ready before you head out. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep a close eye on your navigation when transitioning between Route 37 West and the local roads, as the route character shifts quickly. Because you won't be spending hours behind the wheel, treat this as a simple, efficient connection that allows you to arrive at your destination in under an hour.
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 15.4 miles from Springfield, NJ, or about 24m into the drive.
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 30.9 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.4 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Toms River, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Springfield, 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 Springfield, NJ
This is one driving day of about 30.9 miles and 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Springfield, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.4 mi from Springfield, NJ · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.4 miles from Springfield, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Toms River, NJ
The final approach into Toms River, 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 Toms River, 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
$5.11 one way
$10.23 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $5.59 | $11.19 |
| premium | $4.92 | $5.99 | $11.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.86 | $13.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.24 | $1.48 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.70 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.33 | $1.98 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Late night in Toms River on Monday
Local time
4:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
3 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
49m 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 Springfield, NJ to Toms River, NJ covers 30.9 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Monmouth Road, Jacobstown New Egypt Road, Jacobstown Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.4 miles from Springfield, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.11 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 Springfield, NJ to Toms River, NJ is easy. At 49m 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 Springfield, NJ to Toms River, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Springfield, NJ to Toms River, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 17 ft to 182 ft elevation with about 220 ft of total climbing.
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