How far is Pennsville, NJ from Toms River, NJ?

The driving distance from Pennsville, NJ to Toms River, NJ is about 81.5 miles (131.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 40m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 73 miles (117.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
81.46 mi
01h 40m
Flight
73 mi
117.49 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
73 mi
Kilometers
117.49 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
81.46 mi
Kilometers
131.09 km
Drive Time
01h 40m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 40m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Toms River
Sat, Apr 18, 5:31 AM EDT
Return by in Pennsville
Sat, Apr 18, 7:12 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Pennsville
2026-04-18T03:51
Arrive Toms River
Sat, Apr 18, 5:31 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 40m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:40 AM to 11:40 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:10 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Pennsville
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Marlton
NJ

Census designated place in New Jersey, United States

From Pennsville
40.6 mi
00h 50m
To Toms River
40.8 mi
00h 50m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph E
Destination
66°F
Saturday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph E

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Pennsville and Toms River.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pennsville and Toms River.

  1. 1

    Start on Fenwick Avenue

    25 m · 6 sec · Fenwick Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East Pittsfield Street

    1315 ft · 1 min · East Pittsfield Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto North Broadway

    2.1 mi · 3 min · North Broadway

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward I 295 North: Trenton

    1385 ft · 60 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto Camden Freeway

    33.3 mi · 40 min · Camden Freeway

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward NJ 70 East: Marlton

    1757 ft · 1 min

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Marlton Pike

    3 mi · 4 min · Marlton Pike

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on Marlton Pike

    10.2 mi · 16 min · Marlton Pike

  9. 9

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island

    147 m · 6 sec

  10. 10

    Exit the roundabout onto NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island

    7.8 mi · 11 min

  11. 11

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Four Mile Circle

    134 m · 6 sec

  12. 12

    Exit the rotary onto NJ 70 East: Lakehurst

    11.1 mi · 15 min

  13. 13

    Continue straight

    1.5 km · 1 min

  14. 14

    Turn right

    7.9 mi · 12 min

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Dover Road

    3 mi · 5 min · Dover Road

  16. 16

    Continue on Dover Road

    1933 ft · 50 sec · Dover Road

  17. 17

    Turn left onto South Main Street

    2768 ft · 56 sec · South Main Street

  18. 18

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Atlantic City Boulevard

    103 m · 8 sec · Atlantic City Boulevard

  19. 19

    Continue on North Main Street

    707 ft · 16 sec · North Main Street

  20. 20

    Turn right

    24 m · 6 sec

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Pennsville and Toms River.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
21 steps
11 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
8
2 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
25.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Camden Freeway
33.3 mi · 41%
NJ 70 East
20.2 mi · 25%
Marlton Pike
13.2 mi · 16%
Dover Road
3.38 mi · 4%
North Broadway
2.15 mi · 3%
South Main Street
0.52 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Camden Freeway

Merge slight left onto Camden Freeway

33.3 mi · 00h 40m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 40m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.5 mi
73 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Marlton
00h 50m from Pennsville
Leave By
3:10 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Pennsville and Partly Sunny near Toms River.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Pennsville to Toms River?

The road trip is about 81.5 miles (131.1 km) and usually takes 01h 40m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Marlton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.6 miles from Pennsville and 40.8 miles from Toms River.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 73 miles (117.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:10 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.73 one way or $23.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Pennsville and Partly Sunny near Toms River.

Stop Ideas Near Marlton

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Marlton and the surrounding midpoint area.
Bluestone Lane City Hall Coffee Shop
Coffee break 14.4 mi away

Bluestone Lane City Hall Coffee Shop

Philadelphia , PA
1 S Penn Square, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Rating 4.2/5 163 reviews Coffee shop,Bar,Cafe
Dilworth Park
Scenic stop 14.5 mi away

Dilworth Park

Philadelphia , PA
1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, United States
Rating 4.5/5 7,605 reviews Tourist attraction,Event venue,Park
Philadelphia Marriage License
Meeting point 14.5 mi away

Philadelphia Marriage License

Philadelphia , PA
415 City Hall, 1401 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Rating 4.3/5 45 reviews City government office,Marriage license bureau
City Hall
Nearby stop 14.5 mi away

City Hall

Philadelphia , PA
Philadelphia, PA 19107, United States
Rating 4.3/5 106 reviews Subway station

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Marlton.

OTHER

Lindenwold

9 mi away
Station Ave & White Horse Rd West
OTHER

Cherry Hill, New Jersey

11 mi away
Cornell Ave. & West Marlton Pike
OTHER

Atco, New Jersey

13 mi away
Cooper Rd and Raritan Ave
BUS

Pennsauken, NJ

15 mi away
215 Derousse Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Pennsville and Toms River. Straight-line distance: 73 mi (117.49 km).

Pennsville

#1 Pennsville

Census-designated place in New Jersey, United States

Population12,428
Coordinates39.6534500, -75.5165900
Altitude3
CountryUnited States
Toms River

#2 Toms River

Township of New Jersey

Population95,339
Coordinates39.9537300, -74.1979200
Altitude6
CountryUnited States
Start: Fenwick Avenue (-75.516657, 39.653478)
End: (-74.197952, 39.953845)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 131 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 42m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 02m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 37m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 21m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 09m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 00m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.87 gal
10.88 L · about $11.73
Round trip
$23.45
5.74 gal · 21.76 L
Estimated CO2
25.5 kg one way
Round trip: 51 kg / 112 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $11.73 $23.45
Mid-grade $4.60 $13.20 $26.40
Premium $4.95 $14.22 $28.44
Diesel $5.98 $17.16 $34.33

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in New Jersey · Apr 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Pennsville and Toms River. The current time is 03:51:14.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.