Origin
Vernon, NJ
Night in Vernon on Wednesday
Local time
9:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Vernon, NJ to Toms River, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
48.6 mi
78 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Vernon, NJ
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Toms River, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Vernon, NJ to Toms River, NJ covers 48.6 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Marlton Pike, NJ 70 East, NJ 70 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.9 miles on Marlton Pike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.06 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
24.3 miles from Vernon, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Vernon, NJ to Toms River, NJ covers 48.6 miles and takes about 1h 13m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Marlton Pike is the longest continuous segment at about 14.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near NJ 41; CR 573 / East Kings Highway.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.6 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.2 miles (NJ 41; CR 573 / East Kings Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (NJ 41): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (NJ 70 / Marlton Pike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NJ 41; CR 573 / East Kings Highway
Turn right onto NJ 41; CR 573 / East Kings Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
1.7 mi into trip
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~3m in
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NJ 41
Turn right onto NJ 41
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
6.5 mi into trip
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~9m in
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NJ 70 / Marlton Pike
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 70 / Marlton Pike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
16.7 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
6
36.6 mi into trip
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~53m in
|
CR 530; CR 539
Turn right onto CR 530; CR 539
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Vernon, NJ to Toms River, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Long Beach Island along the way.
Long Beach Island
16.7 mi in
|
~26m
|
via NJ 70
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Marlton Pike | 14.9 mi | 22m |
| NJ 70 East | 11.1 mi | 15m |
| NJ 70 | 8.8 mi | 12m |
| CR 530 | 7.9 mi | 12m |
| Dover Road | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| East Kings Highway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Marlton Pike
— 14.9 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vernon, NJ and Toms River, NJ.
1
Start on this road
37 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Ellis Street
464 ft
·
22 sec
·
Ellis Street
3
Continue on CR 561
101 ft
·
8 sec
·
Ellis Street
4
Continue on CR 561
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
South Haddon Avenue
5
Turn right onto NJ 41; CR 573
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East Kings Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn right onto NJ 41
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
NJ 41
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Turn left onto NJ 41; NJ 154
495 ft
·
9 sec
·
Brace Road
8
Turn right onto NJ 70
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Marlton Pike
Use the right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 70
10 mi
·
16 min
·
Marlton Pike
Use the straight lane.
10
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
481 ft
·
6 sec
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
11
Continue on NJ 70
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
Use the straight lane.
12
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 East
441 ft
·
5 sec
·
NJ 70 East
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst
13
Continue on NJ 70 East
11 mi
·
15 min
·
NJ 70 East
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on NJ 70; CR 530
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 70; CR 530
15
Turn right onto CR 530; CR 539
7.9 mi
·
12 min
·
CR 530; CR 539
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn left onto CR 530
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Dover Road
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on CR 530
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Dover Road
18
Turn left onto CR 530
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
South Main Street
19
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 166
336 ft
·
7 sec
·
Atlantic City Boulevard
20
Continue on NJ 166
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Main Street
21
Turn right
78 ft
·
5 sec
22
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 24.3 miles from Vernon, NJ, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.9 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 11 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.3 miles or 36m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Toms River, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Vernon, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Vernon, NJ
This is one driving day of about 48.6 miles and 1h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 11 miles from Vernon, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Marlton Pike for about 14.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.3 mi from Vernon, NJ · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.3 miles from Vernon, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.06 one way
$16.11 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.82 | $17.65 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.43 | $18.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.73 | $21.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.25 | $1.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.80 | $3.11 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Night in Toms River on Wednesday
Local time
9:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Medford, NJ
24 mi in
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
1h 13m 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 Vernon, NJ to Toms River, NJ covers 48.6 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Marlton Pike, NJ 70 East, NJ 70. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.3 miles from Vernon, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.06 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 48.6 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.2 miles (NJ 41; CR 573 / East Kings Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (NJ 41): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (NJ 70 / Marlton Pike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Vernon, NJ to Toms River, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Long Beach Island along the way.
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