How far is Cape May, NJ from Middletown, NJ?
The driving distance from Cape May, NJ to Middletown, NJ is about 28 miles (45 km), with a travel time of about 00h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.8 miles (39.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 37m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Middle Township, Cape May County, New Jersey
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cape May and Middletown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cape May and Middletown.
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Start on the route
25 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto New York Avenue
32 m · 7 sec · New York Avenue
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Turn right onto Reading Avenue
1.1 km · 3 min · Reading Avenue
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Turn right onto Massachusetts Avenue
99 m · 20 sec · Massachusetts Avenue
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Turn left onto East Street
92 m · 15 sec · East Street
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Turn right onto Washington Street
1088 ft · 24 sec · Washington Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Washington Street
31 m · 2 sec · Washington Street
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Turn straight onto Lafayette Street
1.6 km · 2 min · Lafayette Street
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Turn straight onto Garden State Parkway
19.1 mi · 22 min · Garden State Parkway
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Take the exit slight left
2408 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight right onto Garden State Parkway
2810 ft · 37 sec · Garden State Parkway
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Take the exit slight left toward 9, 50: Upper Township
1431 ft · 35 sec · GSP NB Exit 20
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Continue straight
5.5 mi · 9 min
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Turn right onto Washington Avenue
17 m · 2 sec · Washington Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Washington Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cape May and Middletown.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Garden State Parkway
Turn straight onto Garden State Parkway
19.1 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Cape May and Chance Rain Showers near Middletown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cape May to Middletown?
The road trip is about 28 miles (45 km) and usually takes 00h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Cape May Court House is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14 miles from Cape May and 14 miles from Middletown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.8 miles (39.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.25 one way or $8.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Cape May and Chance Rain Showers near Middletown.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cape May and Middletown. Straight-line distance: 24.81 mi (39.92 km).
#1 Cape May
City in New Jersey
| Population | 3,404 |
| Coordinates | 38.9351100, -74.9060100 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Middletown
Township in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States
| Population | 65,190 |
| Coordinates | 39.2712300, -74.7435000 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: Middletown (-74.7435, 39.27123)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 45 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.30 | $4.25 | $8.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.88 | $4.83 | $9.66 |
| Premium | $5.18 | $5.12 | $10.25 |
| Diesel | $6.32 | $6.25 | $12.51 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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