How far is South Vineland, NJ from Paterson, NJ?

The driving distance from South Vineland, NJ to Paterson, NJ is about 129.9 miles (209 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 111.2 miles (179 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 39m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
129.87 mi
02h 19m
Flight
111.24 mi
179.02 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
111.24 mi
Kilometers
179.02 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
129.87 mi
Kilometers
209.01 km
Drive Time
02h 19m

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 19m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Paterson
Mon, Apr 20, 1:15 AM EDT
Return by in South Vineland
Mon, Apr 20, 3:35 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave South Vineland
2026-04-19T22:56
Arrive Paterson
Mon, Apr 20, 1:15 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 19m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:20 AM to 12:20 PM EDT

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

Leave by
1:50 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in South Vineland
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
Allentown
NJ

Borough of New Jersey

From South Vineland
61.1 mi
01h 09m
To Paterson
68.7 mi
01h 09m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
73°F
Sunday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SW
Destination
65°F
Sunday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 13 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between South Vineland and Paterson.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between South Vineland and Paterson.

  1. 1

    Start on East Sherman Avenue

    1.5 mi · 3 min · East Sherman Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto South Lincoln Avenue

    6.1 mi · 9 min · South Lincoln Avenue

  3. 3

    Continue on Wheat Road

    1243 ft · 23 sec · Wheat Road

  4. 4

    Continue on Blue Anchor Road

    1.1 mi · 1 min · Blue Anchor Road

  5. 5

    Continue on Hammonton Road

    1.2 km · 53 sec · Hammonton Road

  6. 6

    Continue on Buena-Hammonton Road

    2.3 mi · 3 min · Buena-Hammonton Road

  7. 7

    Continue on 12th Street

    4.4 mi · 5 min · 12th Street

  8. 8

    Continue on Route 54 North

    2260 ft · 29 sec · Route 54 North

  9. 9

    Continue on 12th Street

    1.7 mi · 3 min · 12th Street

  10. 10

    Continue on Bellevue Avenue

    1.1 mi · 3 min · Bellevue Avenue

  11. 11

    Turn right

    153 m · 9 sec

  12. 12

    Continue on Trenton Road

    17.6 mi · 23 min · Trenton Road

  13. 13

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York

    152 m · 7 sec

  14. 14

    Exit the roundabout onto US 206 North: Trenton, New York

    7.6 mi · 10 min

  15. 15

    Continue straight

    8.8 mi · 10 min

  16. 16

    Take the exit straight toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike

    1.1 km · 2 min

  17. 17

    Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City

    1897 ft · 1 min

  18. 18

    Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City

    1828 ft · 1 min

  19. 19

    Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike

    36.9 mi · 43 min · New Jersey Turnpike

  20. 20

    Take the exit slight right toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge

    2531 ft · 1 min

  21. 21

    Keep slight right to continue on GSP North: Garden State Parkway

    1.2 km · 2 min

  22. 22

    Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway

    25.8 mi · 36 min · Garden State Parkway

  23. 23

    Take the exit slight left toward NJ 19: Paterson

    1.1 km · 1 min

  24. 24

    Merge slight left

    1.7 mi · 2 min

  25. 25

    Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West: Grand Street, Del Water Gap

    96 m · 8 sec

  26. 26

    Keep slight right to continue on Grand Street

    783 ft · 23 sec

  27. 27

    Turn right onto Grand Street

    941 ft · 27 sec · Grand Street

  28. 28

    Turn left onto Main Street

    1458 ft · 29 sec · Main Street

  29. 29

    Turn right onto Market Street

    138 m · 16 sec · Market Street

  30. 30

    Turn left onto Colt Street

    13 m · 3 sec · Colt Street

  31. 31

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Colt Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between South Vineland and Paterson.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
31 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
3 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
23.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
New Jersey Turnpike
36.9 mi · 28%
Garden State Parkway
25.8 mi · 20%
Trenton Road
17.6 mi · 14%
US 206 North
16.5 mi · 13%
12th Street
6.09 mi · 5%
South Lincoln Avenue
6.09 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

New Jersey Turnpike

Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike

36.9 mi · 00h 43m

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
02h 19m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 40m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+18.7 mi
111.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Allentown
01h 09m from South Vineland
Leave By
1:50 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving South Vineland and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Paterson.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from South Vineland to Paterson?

The road trip is about 129.9 miles (209 km) and usually takes 02h 19m 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?

Allentown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.1 miles from South Vineland and 68.7 miles from Paterson.

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

The direct path is about 111.2 miles (179 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.7 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 1:50 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.71 one way or $37.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around South Vineland and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Paterson.

Stop Ideas Near Allentown

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 Allentown and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall
Scenic stop 5.8 mi away

Old City Hall

Bordentown , NJ
11 Crosswicks St, Bordentown, NJ 08505
Rating 4.6/5 13 reviews Historical landmark
Trenton City Hall
Meeting point 8 mi away

Trenton City Hall

Trenton , NJ
319 E State St, Trenton, NJ 08608
Rating 3.8/5 67 reviews City Hall
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 7 mi away

Fieldsboro Town Hall

Fieldsboro , NJ
1916 S 2nd St, Fieldsboro, NJ 08505
Police department

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Trenton Transit Center

15 mi away
72 South Clinton Avenue
RAIL

Princeton Junction station

16 mi away
2 Wallace Road
RAIL

Cornwells Heights

33 mi away
700 Station Ave.
RAIL

New Brunswick station

37 mi away
French and Albany Streets

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between South Vineland and Paterson. Straight-line distance: 111.24 mi (179.02 km).

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#1 South Vineland

A city in Cumberland County, New Jersey.

Population58,122
Coordinates39.4459500, -75.0287900
Altitude28
CountryUnited States
Paterson

#2 Paterson

The third most populous city in New Jersey.

Population144,801
Coordinates40.9167700, -74.1718100
Altitude26
CountryUnited States
Start: East Sherman Avenue (-75.028784, 39.446038)
End: Colt Street (-74.171665, 40.916732)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 209 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 19m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 14m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 35m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 09m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 51m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 37m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.58 gal
17.35 L · about $18.71
Round trip
$37.43
9.16 gal · 34.7 L
Estimated CO2
40.7 kg one way
Round trip: 81.4 kg / 179 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $18.71 $37.43
Mid-grade $4.60 $21.06 $42.13
Premium $4.95 $22.69 $45.38
Diesel $5.98 $27.39 $54.78

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 20, 2026

There is no time difference between South Vineland and Paterson. The current time is 22:56:00.

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.