Updated Aug. 14, 2026, 7:47 p.m. ET
Traffic conditions are expected to worsen this weekend as the Jersey Shore experiences a high volume of visitors.
Garden State Parkway Backup from Toms River Toll Plaza to Exit 81
A three-mile backup is affecting southbound traffic on the Garden State Parkway from the Toms River Toll Plaza to Exit 81 (Lakehurst Road). Authorities report heavy congestion as families head to the shore.
Route 9 Closed in Both Directions in Lakewood
A motor vehicle crash has closed Route 9 at Prospect Avenue in Lakewood, resulting in property damage and requiring emergency response from local authorities. All lanes remain closed as the investigation continues.
Estimated Travel Times to Shore Exits on the Garden State Parkway
- Raritan Toll Plaza to Exit 117 (Sandy Hook): 8 minutes;
- Raritan Toll Plaza to Exit 98 (Belmar): 26 minutes;
- Raritan Toll Plaza to Exit 82 (Seaside Heights): 1 hour 12 minutes;
- Raritan Toll Plaza to Exit 63 (Long Beach Island): 1 hour 28 minutes;
- Raritan Toll Plaza to Exit 38 (Atlantic City): 1 hour 50 minutes;
- Raritan Toll Plaza to Exit 28 (Ocean City): 1 hour 58 minutes;
- Raritan Toll Plaza to Exit 4 (Wildwood): 2 hours 20 minutes.
Route 9 South Delays from Lakewood to Toms River
Heavy delays are reported on Route 9 South from Prospect Street in Lakewood to the Garden State Parkway entrance in Toms River (Exit 83). Traffic is moving slowly due to increased volume.
Five-Mile Backup on Garden State Parkway in Ocean County
Traffic is stop-and-go in the southbound lanes from south of Exit 89A (Route 70 East) in Lakewood to Exit 83 (Route 9 North) in Toms River. All lanes are open, but delays are significant.
Eight-Mile Backup on Garden State Parkway in Monmouth County
Stop-and-go traffic is reported on the southbound express lanes of the Parkway, from north of Exit 105 (Route 36) in Tinton Falls to the Judy Blume Service Area in Wall. All lanes remain open.
Disabled Vehicle in Holmdel
A disabled vehicle is blocking the right local lane on the Garden State Parkway in Holmdel, creating minor delays. Traffic is moving but expect slowdowns.
Nine-Mile Delay on Garden State Parkway
A nine-mile delay is reported in Middletown due to high traffic volume. The backup began around 3:50 p.m., and drivers are advised to expect significant wait times.
Crash Impacting Traffic on GSP
An accident on the Garden State Parkway in Wall Township has blocked the left lane. Traffic is still moving, but delays are expected as the situation develops.
Roads to Shore Quiet
Heading to South Jersey? Traffic is currently light; travel time from the Raritan Toll Plaza to Atlantic City is approximately two hours.
Smooth Sailing on GSP Early Friday Afternoon
At 2 p.m., traffic heading to the Shore was relatively light, with an estimated travel time of 70 minutes to Long Beach Island. Conditions may change as the evening approaches.