Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
36m
Distance
21.8 mi
35 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, NJ
Ren Aukeman
Wrightsville, NJ
Aisling Kerr
The drive from Springfield, NJ to Wrightsville, NJ covers 21.8 miles and takes about 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Route 38, Monmouth Road, South Church Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.2 miles on State Route 38. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.61 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
10.9 miles from Springfield, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
The drive from Springfield, NJ to Wrightsville, NJ covers 21.8 miles and takes about 36m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
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 1.9 miles in near CR 537 / Monmouth Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 36m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (CR 537 / Monmouth Road): Navigation decision point; at 9 miles (CR 691 / Madison Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (NJ 38 / State Route 38): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto CR 537 / Monmouth Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto CR 691 / Madison Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto NJ 38 / State Route 38
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto CR 607 / South Church Street
Navigation decision point
Turn sharp right onto Forklanding Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 38 | 8.2 mi | 11m |
| Monmouth Road | 5.7 mi | 9m |
| South Church Street | 3 mi | 5m |
| Springfield Meeting House Road | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Madison Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Church Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Branch Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Mill Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, NJ and Wrightsville, NJ.
Start on NJ 68
Continue on Springfield Meeting House Road
Turn left onto CR 537
Continue on CR 537
Turn straight onto CR 537
Continue on CR 537
Continue on CR 537
Turn left onto CR 691
Turn right onto NJ 38
Turn right onto CR 607
Continue on CR 607
Turn sharp right onto Forklanding Road
Arrive at 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 21.8 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.9 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wrightsville, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Springfield, NJ.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Springfield, NJ
This is one driving day of about 21.8 miles and 36m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.9 mi from Springfield, NJ · 19m into the drive
A short stop after about 21.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 10.9 miles from Springfield, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Wrightsville, 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.
Regular Gas
$3.61 one way
$7.23 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.96 | $7.92 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.23 | $8.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.81 | $9.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.29 | $1.05 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.91 | $0.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.05 | $1.40 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Springfield on Wednesday
Local time
11:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Night in Wrightsville on Wednesday
Local time
11:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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