The drive from Toms River, NJ to Alloway, NJ covers 83.2 miles and takes about 2h 2m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NJ 70, Veterans Memorial Highway, I 295 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.4 miles on NJ 70.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.79 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.
Midpoint
41.6 miles from Toms River, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 2m. Total distance: 83.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 2m highway drive covering 83.2 miles, with most of the trip on NJ 70 and Veterans Memorial Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 33.4 miles on NJ 70.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 33.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 70 and Veterans Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.1 miles in near NJ 70; CR 530.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 83.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 12.1 miles (NJ 70; CR 530): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.1 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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12.1 mi into trip|~19m in|NJ 70; CR 530
Turn left onto NJ 70; CR 530
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
24.1 mi into trip|~36m in|NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
7
45.5 mi into trip|~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward I 295 South: Delaware Memorial Bridge, Bellmawr
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 295 South: Delaware Memorial Bridge, B...
8
55.7 mi into trip|~1h 20m in|NJ 55 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto NJ 55 / Veterans Memorial Highway toward NJ 55 South: Glassboro, Vineland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 55 South: Glassboro, Vineland
8
67.1 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward CR 641: Glassboro, Ferrell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 48
Toward CR 641: Glassboro, Ferrell
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Toms River, NJ and Alloway, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 530: Manchester, Cherry Hill, Philadelphia, Bellmawr, Vineland and Cr 641: Glassboro - among others.
Cr 530: Manchester
4.2 mi in|~7m|via CR 530
Cherry Hill
24.1 mi in|~36m|via NJ 70
Philadelphia
32 mi in|~47m|via NJ 70
Bellmawr
45.5 mi in|~1h 7m
Vineland
55.7 mi in|~1h 20m|via NJ 55
Cr 641: Glassboro
67.1 mi in|~1h 34m
Ferrell
67.1 mi in|~1h 34m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
NJ 70
33.4 mi
47m
Veterans Memorial Highway
11.4 mi
13m
I 295
8.2 mi
10m
CR 530
7.9 mi
12m
Commissioners Pike
7.6 mi
13m
Ellis Mill Road
4 mi
7m
Dover Road
3.3 mi
5m
Bridgeton Pike
2 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
NJ 70
— 33.4 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Toms River, NJ and Alloway, 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
0.1 mi·25 sec·West Water Street
4
Turn left onto NJ 166
386 ft·11 sec·Irons Street
5
Turn left onto NJ 166
0.1 mi·14 sec·Herflicker Boulevard
6
Turn right onto CR 530
0.5 mi·44 sec·South Main Street
7
Turn right onto CR 530
3.3 mi·5 min·Dover Road
8
Turn slight right onto CR 530
7.9 mi·12 min·CR 530
Toward CR 530: ManchesterUse the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto NJ 70; CR 530
12 mi·16 min·NJ 70; CR 530
Use the left lane.
10
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
444 ft·5 sec·NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
11
Continue on NJ 70
7.7 mi·10 min·NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
12
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
462 ft·6 sec·NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 West: Camden, Philadelphia
13
Continue on NJ 70
13 mi·20 min·NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 West: Camden, PhiladelphiaUse the straight / right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward I 295 South: Delaware Memorial Bridge, BellmawrUse the right lane.
15
Merge onto I 295
8.2 mi·10 min·I 295
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·19 sec
Toward NJ 42 South: Atlantic City
17
Merge onto I 76
1.6 mi·2 min·North-South Freeway
18
Keep slight right at fork onto NJ 55
11 mi·13 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward NJ 55 South: Glassboro, VinelandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 48Toward CR 641: Glassboro, FerrellUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn right onto CR 641
4.0 mi·7 min·Ellis Mill Road
Use the straight lane.
21
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 77
2.0 mi·3 min·Bridgeton Pike
22
Turn right onto CR 619
1.8 mi·3 min·Glassboro Road
23
Turn left onto CR 581
7.6 mi·13 min·Commissioners Pike
24
Continue on CR 581
0.5 mi·56 sec·East Main Street
25
Turn left onto CR 540
109 ft·3 sec·South Greenwich Street
26
Turn right
6 ft·0 sec
27
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 41.6 miles from Toms River, NJ, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.4 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 18 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.6 miles or 1h 1m 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 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alloway, 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 83.2 miles and 2h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Toms River, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on NJ 70 for about 33.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.6 mi from Toms River, NJ
· 1h 1m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.79 one way
$27.59 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$15.11
$30.21
premium
$4.93
$16.14
$32.27
diesel
$5.61
$18.37
$36.74
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25
0
$8.74
$3.99
Efficient EV
20.8
0
$7.28
$3.33
EV Truck/SUV
33.3
0
$11.65
$5.32
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Toms River, NJ
Morning
in Toms River on Friday
Local time
10:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Alloway, NJ
Morning
in Alloway on Friday
Local time
10:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
2h 2m 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 Alloway, NJ covers 83.2 miles and takes about 2h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 70, Veterans Memorial Highway, I 295. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.6 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 $13.79 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 demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 83.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 12.1 miles (NJ 70; CR 530): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.1 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.5 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 Alloway, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 530: Manchester, Cherry Hill, Philadelphia, Bellmawr, Vineland and Cr 641: Glassboro - among others.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
