How far is Toms River, NJ from Tabernacle, NJ?
The driving distance from Toms River, NJ to Tabernacle, NJ is about 82.1 miles (132.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 76.9 miles (123.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 17m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 38m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Atlantic County, New Jersey, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Toms River and Tabernacle.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Toms River and Tabernacle.
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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
77.5 mi · 1 hr 30 min · Garden State Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward NJ 47 North: Rio Grande
1364 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto Delsea Drive
1.3 km · 2 min · Delsea Drive
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Turn left onto South Railroad Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · South Railroad Avenue
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Continue on Seashore Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Seashore Road
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Turn right
21 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Toms River and Tabernacle.
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
77.5 mi · 01h 30m
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 Rain Showers Likely near Tabernacle.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Toms River to Tabernacle?
The road trip is about 82.1 miles (132.2 km) and usually takes 01h 38m 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?
Absecon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.1 miles from Toms River and 41.1 miles from Tabernacle.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 76.9 miles (123.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.85 one way or $23.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Toms River and Rain Showers Likely near Tabernacle.
Stop Ideas Near Absecon
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 Absecon.
Absecon
Atlantic City Rail Terminal
Egg Harbor City, New Jersey
Hammonton, New Jersey
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Toms River and Tabernacle. Straight-line distance: 76.89 mi (123.74 km).
#1 Toms River
Township of New Jersey
| Population | 95,339 |
| Coordinates | 39.9537300, -74.1979200 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tabernacle
Township of New Jersey
| Population | 6,782 |
| Coordinates | 38.9840000, -74.9051700 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tabernacle (-74.90517, 38.984)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 132 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $11.85 | $23.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $13.34 | $26.67 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $14.37 | $28.73 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $17.34 | $34.68 |
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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