New Haven, Connecticut to Toms River: Road Trip Guide & Distance

114.9 miles 184.9 km · straight line
143.6 miles estimated 231.1 km · driving distance
2h 53min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
216° SW bearing direction

How far is New Haven, Connecticut from Toms River?

The distance from New Haven, Connecticut to Toms River is 114.9 miles (184.9 km) as the crow flies. Toms River is located SW of New Haven, Connecticut. By car, the driving distance is approximately 143.6 miles, taking about 2h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — New Haven, Connecticut in Connecticut and Toms River in New Jersey.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for New Haven, Connecticut and Toms River. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from New Haven, Connecticut to Toms River

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 53min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 28min $11–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 44min $17–$50* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New Haven, Connecticut & Toms River

Quick Facts

New Haven, Connecticut
41.31°N, 72.93°W
America/New_York
5m elevation
Toms River
39.95°N, 74.20°W
America/New_York
6m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 216.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients