Origin
Toms River, NJ
Night in Toms River on Sunday
Local time
9:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Toms River, NJ to Millville, NJ
Drive Time
1h 33m
Distance
68.8 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good 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 26m
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6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 37m
3 PM
1h 39m
5 PM
1h 47m
8 PM
1h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Toms River, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Millville, NJ
James Kampeis
Trip Overview
Traveling from Toms River to Millville covers a 68.8-mile stretch that typically takes about 1 hour and 33 minutes to complete. Because of the manageable distance and duration, this trip is perfectly suited as a simple one-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You should budget approximately $11 for fuel to cover the journey between these two points in the Northeast. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, making it a straightforward transit between the Jersey Shore area and the southern interior. Since you remain within New Jersey for the entire drive, the transition between regions is seamless and predictable. It is an ideal option if you need to reach your destination efficiently without the hassle of 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
34.4 miles from Toms River, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 82% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will spend the bulk of your journey navigating the Garden State Parkway, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 37.4 miles. After transitioning off the Parkway, the character of the drive shifts as you merge onto US 40 and CR 552 to reach your final destination. Expect a mix of fast-paced highway travel followed by more localized road conditions as you approach Millville. The experience is best described as a utilitarian transit, prioritizing speed and connectivity over the winding, scenic backroads found elsewhere in the state.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Garden State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 37.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and CR 552. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.8 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.9 miles (GSP; US 9 / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the ramp toward GSP South, US 9 South: Atlantic City, Beachwood
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward GSP South, US 9 South: Atlantic City, Be...
5
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
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GSP; US 9 / Garden State Parkway
Merge onto GSP; US 9 / Garden State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
38.3 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward CR 575, CR 561 ALT: Pomona
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 44
Toward CR 575, CR 561 ALT: Pomona
5
38.7 mi into trip
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~46m in
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CR 561 Alternate; CR 575 / Pomona Road
Turn right onto CR 561 Alternate; CR 575 / Pomona Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
46.4 mi into trip
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~1h in
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US 40
Take the exit onto US 40
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Toms River, NJ and Millville, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 575 and Cr 561 Alt: Pomona.
Cr 575
38.3 mi in
|
~45m
Cr 561 Alt: Pomona
38.3 mi in
|
~45m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 37.4 mi | 43m |
| CR 552 | 13.9 mi | 20m |
| US 40 | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Pomona Road | 4.5 mi | 8m |
| Wrangleboro Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| East Broad Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Harding Highway | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Lakehurst Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 37.4 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Toms River, NJ and Millville, NJ.
1
Start on this road
78 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto NJ 166
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Turn right onto NJ 166; CR 527
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
West Water Street
4
Continue on CR 527
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Lakehurst Road
5
Continue on Lakehurst Road
328 ft
·
7 sec
·
Lakehurst Road
6
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
Toward GSP South, US 9 South: Atlantic City, Beachwood
7
Merge onto GSP; US 9
37 mi
·
43 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 44
Toward CR 575, CR 561 ALT: Pomona
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn right onto CR 561 Alternate; CR 575
4.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Pomona Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on CR 575
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Wrangleboro Road
Use the none lane.
11
Turn right onto US 40; US 322
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Black Horse Pike
12
Take the exit onto US 40
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
US 40
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on CR 617
522 ft
·
19 sec
·
Absecon Road
14
Turn left onto US 40; NJ 50
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Harding Highway
Use the none lane.
15
Turn left onto CR 552; CR 557 Truck
14 mi
·
20 min
·
CR 552; CR 557 Truck
16
Continue on CR 552 Spur
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
East Broad Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Arrive at destination
East Broad Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on the Garden State Parkway is always a wise strategy. You will not need to plan for any formal stops given the 1-hour and 33-minute duration, but keeping your fuel tank topped off before leaving Toms River will help you stay within your $11 budget. Pay close attention to the transition points where you exit the Parkway for US 40 and CR 552, as these intersections can be busier than the open highway stretches. Because you are covering 68.8 miles in a single push, ensure you are comfortable with sustained highway speeds before you head out. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity allows you to arrive in Millville without the fatigue associated with longer, more complex road trips.
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 34.4 miles from Toms River, NJ, or about 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.4 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 68.8 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.4 miles or 40m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Millville, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Toms River, 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 Toms River, NJ
This is one driving day of about 68.8 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Toms River, 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 Garden State Parkway for about 37.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.4 mi from Toms River, NJ · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 68.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.4 miles from Toms River, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Millville, NJ
The final approach into Millville, 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 Millville, 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
$11.38 one way
$22.77 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $12.46 | $24.91 |
| premium | $4.92 | $13.33 | $26.66 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.28 | $30.57 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.24
Garden State Parkway
(37.4 mi)
$2.24
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.22 | $3.30 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.63 | $4.40 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% 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
Millville, NJ
Night in Millville on Sunday
Local time
9:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 33m 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 Toms River, NJ to Millville, NJ covers 68.8 miles and takes about 1h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, CR 552, US 40. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.4 miles from Toms River, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.38 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.8 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.9 miles (GSP; US 9 / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Toms River, NJ and Millville, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 575 and Cr 561 Alt: Pomona.
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