How far is Toms River, NJ from Absecon, NJ?
The driving distance from Toms River, NJ to Absecon, NJ is about 43.7 miles (70.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.6 miles (63.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 52m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Stafford Township, Ocean County, New Jersey
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Toms River and Absecon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Toms River and Absecon.
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Start on the route
24 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto North Main Street
589 ft · 12 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West Water Street
1600 ft · 40 sec · West Water Street
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Continue on Lakehurst Road
1766 ft · 47 sec · Lakehurst Road
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Continue on Lakehurst Road
100 m · 7 sec · Lakehurst Road
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Take the ramp straight toward GSP South, US 9 South: Atlantic City, Beachwood
531 ft · 8 sec
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Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
33.1 mi · 39 min · Garden State Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 9 South: Port Republic, Smithville
9.6 mi · 16 min
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Turn left onto East Faunce Landing Road
22 m · 3 sec · East Faunce Landing Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Faunce Landing Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Toms River and Absecon.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Garden State Parkway
Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
33.1 mi · 00h 39m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Toms River and Chance Rain Showers near Absecon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Toms River to Absecon?
The road trip is about 43.7 miles (70.3 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Manahawkin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.9 miles from Toms River and 21.8 miles from Absecon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.6 miles (63.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.1 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 4:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.29 one way or $12.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Toms River and Chance Rain Showers near Absecon.
Stop Ideas Near Manahawkin
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Manahawkin.
Absecon
Egg Harbor City, New Jersey
Atlantic City Rail Terminal
Hammonton, New Jersey
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Toms River and Absecon. Straight-line distance: 39.59 mi (63.72 km).
#1 Toms River
Township of New Jersey
| Population | 95,339 |
| Coordinates | 39.9537300, -74.1979200 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Absecon
City in Atlantic County, New Jersey, United States
| Population | 8,789 |
| Coordinates | 39.4284500, -74.4957100 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
End: Absecon (-74.49571, 39.42845)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 70 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
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 | $4.09 | $6.29 | $12.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $7.08 | $14.16 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $7.63 | $15.26 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $9.21 | $18.42 |
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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