The drive from Woodstown, NJ to Toms River, NJ covers 76.3 miles and takes about 1h 50m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Marlton Pike, New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 70 East for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.2 miles on Marlton Pike.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.65 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
38.2 miles from Woodstown, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 54m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 50m. Total distance: 76.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 50m highway drive covering 76.3 miles, with most of the trip on Marlton Pike and New Jersey Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 13.2 miles on Marlton Pike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 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 13.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Marlton Pike and New Jersey Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.7 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76.3 miles you will encounter 23 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 9.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23 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.
7
9.7 mi into trip|~15m in
Turn left toward NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
6
9.9 mi into trip|~16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ Turnpike North, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ Turnpike North, New York City
8
23 mi into trip|~31m in
Take the exit toward NJ 168: Camden, Atlantic City Expressway
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 3
Toward NJ 168: Camden, Atlantic City Expressway
8
23.7 mi into trip|~33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 168 North: Camden, Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 168 North: Camden, Philadelphia
7
30.9 mi into trip|~42m in
Take the exit toward NJ 70 East: Marlton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 34A
Toward NJ 70 East: Marlton
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Woodstown, NJ and Toms River, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Nj Turnpike North, New York City, Philadelphia and Long Beach Island.
Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
9.7 mi in|~15m
Nj Turnpike North
9.9 mi in|~16m
New York City
9.9 mi in|~16m
Philadelphia
23.7 mi in|~33m
Long Beach Island
44.5 mi in|~1h 4m|via NJ 70
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Marlton Pike
13.2 mi
20m
New Jersey Turnpike
12.7 mi
14m
NJ 70 East
11.1 mi
15m
NJ 70
8.8 mi
12m
CR 530
7.9 mi
12m
I 295
6.2 mi
7m
North J Route45
4 mi
5m
Tomlin Station Road
3.8 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
Marlton Pike
— 13.2 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodstown, NJ and Toms River, NJ.
1
Start on US 40; NJ 45
41 ft·7 sec·West Avenue
2
Continue on US 40; NJ 45
109 ft·4 sec·West Avenue
3
Turn left onto NJ 45
0.2 mi·19 sec·North Main Street
4
Continue on NJ 45
0.8 mi·1 min·North Main Street
5
Continue on NJ 45
4.0 mi·5 min·North J Route45
6
Turn left onto CR 607
3.8 mi·6 min·Tomlin Station Road
7
Turn left onto US 322; CR 536
0.9 mi·1 min·Swedesboro Road
Use the left lane.
8
Turn left
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward NJTP Toll: New Jersey TurnpikeUse the left lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward NJ Turnpike North, New York City
10
Merge onto NJTP
13 mi·14 min·New Jersey Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 3Toward NJ 168: Camden, Atlantic City ExpresswayUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward NJ 168 North: Camden, PhiladelphiaUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto NJ 168
0.6 mi·1 min·Black Horse Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward I 295 North: Trenton
15
Merge onto I 295
6.2 mi·7 min·I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·1 min
Exit 34AToward NJ 70 East: MarltonUse the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto NJ 70
3.0 mi·3 min·Marlton Pike
Use the straight lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 70
10 mi·16 min·Marlton Pike
Use the straight lane.
19
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
481 ft·6 sec·NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
20
Continue on NJ 70
7.8 mi·10 min·NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach IslandUse the straight lane.
21
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 East
441 ft·5 sec·NJ 70 East
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst
22
Continue on NJ 70 East
11 mi·15 min·NJ 70 East
Toward NJ 70 East: LakehurstUse the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on NJ 70; CR 530
0.9 mi·1 min·NJ 70; CR 530
24
Turn right onto CR 530; CR 539
7.9 mi·12 min·CR 530; CR 539
Use the straight lane.
25
Turn left onto CR 530
3.0 mi·4 min·Dover Road
Use the left lane.
26
Continue on CR 530
0.4 mi·50 sec·Dover Road
27
Turn left onto CR 530
0.5 mi·56 sec·South Main Street
28
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 166
336 ft·7 sec·Atlantic City Boulevard
29
Continue on NJ 166
0.1 mi·15 sec·North Main Street
30
Turn right
78 ft·5 sec
31
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 38.2 miles from Woodstown, NJ, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.2 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 17 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.2 miles or 54m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Toms River, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Woodstown, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Woodstown, NJ
This is one driving day of about 76.3 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Woodstown, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Marlton Pike for about 13.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.2 mi from Woodstown, NJ
· 54m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.65 one way
$25.30 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$13.85
$27.71
premium
$4.93
$14.80
$29.59
diesel
$5.61
$16.85
$33.69
Estimated Tolls: $1.78
New Jersey Turnpike
(12.7 mi)$1.78
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
$13
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: 26.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.9
0
$8.01
$3.66
Efficient EV
19.1
0
$6.68
$3.05
EV Truck/SUV
30.5
0
$10.68
$4.88
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Woodstown, NJ
Morning
in Woodstown on Saturday
Local time
8:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Toms River, NJ
Morning
in Toms River on Saturday
Local time
8:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Cheltenham, PA
38 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
2 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 50m 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 Woodstown, NJ to Toms River, NJ covers 76.3 miles and takes about 1h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Marlton Pike, New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 70 East. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.2 miles from Woodstown, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.65 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 76.3 miles you will encounter 23 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 9.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Woodstown, NJ and Toms River, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Nj Turnpike North, New York City, Philadelphia and Long Beach Island.
