Origin
Toms River, NJ
Morning in Toms River on Saturday
Local time
9:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Toms River, NJ to Blairstown, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 22m
Distance
105.4 mi
170 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 13m
★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 42m
10 AM
2h 29m
12 PM
2h 27m
3 PM
2h 30m
5 PM
2h 41m
8 PM
2h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Toms River, NJ
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Blairstown, NJ
James Kampeis
Trip Overview
The drive from Toms River, NJ to Blairstown, NJ covers 105.4 miles and takes about 2h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Main Street, Route 37 West, US 9 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.47 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
52.7 miles from Toms River, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 22m. Total distance: 105.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 22m drive with frequent turns across 105.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Toms River, NJ to Blairstown, NJ is easy. At 2h 22m 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 Toms River, NJ to Blairstown, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Main Street | — | — |
| Route 37 West | — | — |
| US 9 | — | — |
| Garden State Parkway | — | — |
| I 195 West | — | — |
| NJ 34 North | — | — |
| the route | — | — |
| NJ 18 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Toms River, NJ and Blairstown, NJ.
1
Start on the route
79 ft
·
8 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
3
Turn left onto Route 37 West
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Route 37 West
4
Take the exit slight right toward US 9 Toll North, GSP Toll North: Lakewood, New York, Woodbridge
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
US 9 Toll North, GSP Toll North: Lakewood, New York, Woodbridge
5
Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Garden State Parkway
6
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 138 East, I 195 West, NJ 34: Belmar, Trenton
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
NJ 138 East, I 195 West, NJ 34: Belmar, Trenton
7
Keep slight left to continue on GSP North, I 195 West
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
GSP North, I 195 West
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 195 West: Trenton
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
I 195 West: Trenton
9
Merge slight left
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
10
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 34 North: Matawan
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
NJ 34 North: Matawan
11
Merge slight left
3.4 mi
·
4 min
12
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
453 ft
·
7 sec
·
the route
13
Exit the roundabout
1.0 mi
·
1 min
14
Take the exit slight right
3.6 mi
·
5 min
15
Take the ramp slight right toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
NJ 18 North: New Brunswick
16
Merge slight left
22 mi
·
26 min
17
Continue on Memorial Parkway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Memorial Parkway
18
Take the exit slight right toward Easton Avenue, So Bound Brook
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Easton Avenue, So Bound Brook
19
Turn straight onto George Street
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
George Street
20
Turn left onto Landing Lane
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Landing Lane
21
Turn right onto Easton Avenue
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Easton Avenue
22
Take the ramp straight toward I 287 North: Morristown, Mahwah
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
I 287 North: Morristown, Mahwah
23
Merge slight left
7.2 mi
·
8 min
24
Keep slight right to continue on I 78 East: New York City
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
I 78 East: New York City
25
Take the exit slight right toward US 202 North, US 206 North: Bedminster, Netcong
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 202 North, US 206 North: Bedminster, Netcong
26
Merge slight left
18 mi
·
28 min
27
Take the exit straight toward I 80 West, US 206 North: Stanhope, Newton
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80 West, US 206 North: Stanhope, Newton
28
Merge slight left onto Christopher Columbus Highway
15 mi
·
16 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
29
Take the exit slight right toward CR 521: Hope, Blairstown
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
CR 521: Hope, Blairstown
30
Keep slight right to continue on СR 521 North: Blairstown, Blair Academy
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
СR 521 North: Blairstown, Blair Academy
31
Turn straight onto Hope - Blairstown Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Hope - Blairstown Road
32
Continue on Hope - Blairstorm Road
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Hope - Blairstorm Road
33
Continue on Hope Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Hope Road
34
At the end of the road, turn left
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
35
Turn right onto Carhart Street
390 ft
·
17 sec
·
Carhart Street
36
Arrive at your 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 52.7 miles from Toms River, NJ, or about 1h 11m 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 23 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.7 miles or 1h 11m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blairstown, 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.
+
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 Toms River, NJ
This is one driving day of about 105.4 miles and 2h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Toms River, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.7 mi from Toms River, NJ · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52.7 miles from Toms River, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Blairstown, NJ
The final approach into Blairstown, 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 Blairstown, 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
$17.47 one way
$34.95 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $19.14 | $38.28 |
| premium | $4.93 | $20.44 | $40.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.27 | $46.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.07 | $5.06 |
| Efficient EV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.22 | $4.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.2 | 0 | $14.76 | $6.75 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Blairstown, NJ
Morning in Blairstown on Saturday
Local time
9:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
45°F
Somerset, NJ
53 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
5 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
2h 22m 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 Blairstown, NJ covers 105.4 miles and takes about 2h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Main Street, Route 37 West, US 9. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.7 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 $17.47 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 Toms River, NJ to Blairstown, NJ is easy. At 2h 22m 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 Toms River, NJ to Blairstown, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Toms River, NJ to Blairstown, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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