How far is Springdale, NJ from Middletown, NJ?

The driving distance from Springdale, NJ to Middletown, NJ is about 79.6 miles (128.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 21m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 56.2 miles (90.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 43m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
79.6 mi
01h 21m
Flight
56.26 mi
90.54 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
56.26 mi
Kilometers
90.54 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
79.6 mi
Kilometers
128.11 km
Drive Time
01h 21m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 21m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Middletown
Tue, Nov 10, 3:28 PM EST
Return by in Springdale
Tue, Nov 10, 4:50 PM EST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springdale
2026-11-10T14:06
Arrive Middletown
Tue, Nov 10, 3:28 PM EST
Route Timing
01h 21m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:22 AM to 11:22 AM EST

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

Leave by
3:46 PM EST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Springdale
9:30 PM EST
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
Shrewsbury
NJ

Borough of New Jersey

From Springdale
32.8 mi
00h 40m
To Middletown
46.8 mi
00h 40m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
65°F
Today

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Nov 10 8:00 AM EST
Wind
5 to 15 mph SW
Destination
62°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Nov 10 6:00 AM EST
Wind
5 to 15 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Springdale and Middletown.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Springdale and Middletown.

  1. 1

    Start on Marlton Pike

    32 m · 2 sec · Marlton Pike

  2. 2

    Turn right

    21 m · 10 sec

  3. 3

    Turn right

    82 m · 20 sec

  4. 4

    Turn right

    22 m · 7 sec

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Springdale Road

    1.7 mi · 3 min · Springdale Road

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Church Road

    2687 ft · 47 sec · Church Road

  7. 7

    Turn left

    2281 ft · 44 sec

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    60 m · 3 sec

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward NJTP

    1422 ft · 38 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on NJTP North: New York

    2795 ft · 1 min

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike

    14.6 mi · 17 min · New Jersey Turnpike

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on New Jersey Turnpike

    18.5 mi · 21 min · New Jersey Turnpike

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Franklin Street

    9.3 mi · 13 min · Franklin Street

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward NJ 33 Business East: Freehold Business District

    3 mi · 5 min

  15. 15

    Turn left onto West Main Street

    1.3 km · 1 min · West Main Street

  16. 16

    Keep slight right to continue on East Main Street

    9.4 mi · 15 min · East Main Street

  17. 17

    Turn left onto Swimming River Road

    1.8 mi · 3 min · Swimming River Road

  18. 18

    Continue on Middletown Lincroft Road

    4.4 mi · 8 min · Middletown Lincroft Road

  19. 19

    Continue on Church Street

    1714 ft · 38 sec · Church Street

  20. 20

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Kings Highway

    11 m · 1 sec · Kings Highway

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Kings Highway

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Springdale and Middletown.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
21 steps
12 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
26.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
New Jersey Turnpike
33.1 mi · 42%
East Main Street
9.38 mi · 12%
Franklin Street
9.27 mi · 12%
Middletown Lincroft Road
4.41 mi · 6%
NJ 33 Business East
3.02 mi · 4%
Swimming River Road
1.85 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

New Jersey Turnpike

Keep slight right to continue on New Jersey Turnpike

18.5 mi · 00h 21m

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 21m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+23.4 mi
56.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Shrewsbury
00h 40m from Springdale
Leave By
3:46 PM EST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Springdale and Mostly Sunny near Middletown.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Springdale to Middletown?

The road trip is about 79.6 miles (128.1 km) and usually takes 01h 21m 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?

Shrewsbury is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.8 miles from Springdale and 46.8 miles from Middletown.

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

The direct path is about 56.2 miles (90.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.4 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:46 PM EST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.38 one way or $22.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Springdale and Mostly Sunny near Middletown.

Stop Ideas Near Shrewsbury

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 Shrewsbury and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall
Scenic stop 10.1 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 10.9 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 10.9 mi away

Trenton Health & Human Services

Trenton , NJ
319 E State St #3rd, Trenton, NJ 08608
Public health department

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Princeton Junction station

17 mi away
2 Wallace Road
RAIL

Trenton Transit Center

20 mi away
72 South Clinton Avenue
RAIL

New Brunswick station

35 mi away
French and Albany Streets
RAIL

Cornwells Heights

38 mi away
700 Station Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Middletown. Straight-line distance: 56.26 mi (90.54 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Springdale

Springdale is a place in New Jersey, United States.

Population0
Coordinates39.9026100, -74.9662800
Altitude27
CountryUnited States
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#2 Middletown

Middletown is a place in New Jersey, United States.

Population0
Coordinates40.3942800, -74.1170900
Altitude36
CountryUnited States
Start: NJ 70 (-74.966277, 39.902615)
End: Kings Highway (-74.117093, 40.394098)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 128 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 39m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 59m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 35m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 19m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 08m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 59m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.81 gal
10.63 L · about $11.38
Round trip
$22.77
5.62 gal · 21.26 L
Estimated CO2
25 kg one way
Round trip: 49.9 kg / 110 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.05 $11.38 $22.77
Mid-grade $4.67 $13.12 $26.25
Premium $4.98 $13.99 $27.99
Diesel $6.30 $17.70 $35.39

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 · Nov 10, 2026

There is no time difference between Springdale and Middletown. The current time is 14:06:56.

Distance to Other Cities

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