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Trip from Beckett, NJ to Brick, NJ

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 44m

Distance

74.7 mi

120 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 37m ★
6 AM
1h 45m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 50m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 40m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Beckett, NJ, NJ

Beckett, NJ

Peter Vang

township in Ocean County, New Jersey, United States

Brick, NJ

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Trip Overview

Beckett, NJ to Brick, NJ is 74.7 miles and takes about 1h 44m via I 295 and NJ 70, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically in New Jersey, making it a straightforward journey for those already in the area. Given its short duration and modest fuel cost, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily be on major roadways, so expect consistent travel conditions without significant detours.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

37.4 miles from Beckett, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 295 23.9 mi 28m
NJ 70 20 mi 29m
Marlton Pike 13.2 mi 20m
NJ 70 East 11.1 mi 15m
Lakehurst Circle 4.9 mi 7m
Center Square Road 0.3 mi <1m
Brick Boulevard 0.3 mi <1m
Peachwood Drive 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 295 — 23.9 mi, about 28m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Beckett, NJ and Brick, NJ.

1

Start on Peachwood Drive

0.2 mi · 44 sec · Peachwood Drive
2

At end of road, turn right onto Beckett Road

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Beckett Road
3

Turn left onto CR 620

0.3 mi · 47 sec · Center Square Road
4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Toward I 295 North
5

Merge onto I 295

24 mi · 28 min · I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 1 min
Exit 34A Toward NJ 70 East: Marlton Use the slight right lane.
7

Merge onto NJ 70

3.0 mi · 3 min · Marlton Pike
Use the straight lane.
8

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 70

10 mi · 16 min · Marlton Pike
Use the straight lane.
9

Enter roundabout onto NJ 70

481 ft · 6 sec · NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
10

Continue on NJ 70

7.8 mi · 10 min · NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island Use the straight lane.
11

Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 East

441 ft · 5 sec · NJ 70 East
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst
12

Continue on NJ 70 East

11 mi · 15 min · NJ 70 East
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst Use the straight / right lanes.
13

Continue on NJ 70; CR 530

6.0 mi · 8 min · NJ 70; CR 530
14

Enter roundabout onto NJ 70

0.1 mi · 9 sec · NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Joint Base MDL Lakehurst, Toms River, Brick
15

Continue on NJ 70

0.7 mi · 1 min · NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Joint Base MDL Lakehurst, Toms River, Brick
16

Continue on NJ 70

0.4 mi · 54 sec · NJ 70
Use the left lane.
17

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 70

4.9 mi · 7 min · Lakehurst Circle
Use the straight lane.
18

Continue on NJ 70

4.9 mi · 7 min · NJ 70
Use the straight lane.
19

At end of road, turn sharp right onto CR 631

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Brick Boulevard
20

Arrive at destination

(631)

Trip Plan

With a drive time of under two hours, this route offers plenty of flexibility. You can easily complete this trip in a single day, leaving ample time for activities at your destination. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid peak rush hour traffic if any is anticipated on the main roads. Since the longest stretch is over 23 miles, plan to refuel before you leave Beckett or shortly after you begin to ensure you have enough gas for the entire trip with plenty to spare, given the low fuel cost estimate of $12.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.4 miles from Beckett, NJ, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.9 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 16 miles or 20m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 37.4 miles or 50m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 26m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brick, NJ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Beckett, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Beckett, NJ

This is one driving day of about 74.7 miles and 1h 44m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Beckett, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 295 for about 23.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Croydon, PA

37 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Philadelphia, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Medford Lakes, NJ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 37.4 miles from Beckett, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 63.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Beckett Road

At end of road, turn right onto Beckett Road

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

7
24.8 mi into trip | ~31m in

Take the exit toward NJ 70 East: Marlton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 34A Toward NJ 70 East: Marlton
6
28.1 mi into trip | ~35m in | NJ 70 / Marlton Pike

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 70 / Marlton Pike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
6
38.4 mi into trip | ~52m in | NJ 70

Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
6
63.4 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in | NJ 70

Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 East: Joint Base MDL Lakehurst, Toms River, Brick

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward NJ 70 East: Joint Base MDL Lakehurst, To...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.38 one way

$24.77 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 26 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $13.56 $27.13
premium $4.93 $14.49 $28.97
diesel $5.61 $16.49 $32.99

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22.4 0 $7.84 $3.59
Efficient EV 18.7 0 $6.54 $2.99
EV Truck/SUV 29.9 0 $10.46 $4.78

Gas CO2

26 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (65% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Beckett, NJ

Morning in Beckett on Tuesday

Local time

6:57 AM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Brick, NJ

Morning in Brick on Tuesday

Local time

6:57 AM

EDT

Current temp

79°F

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

N 5 to 10 mph 33% chance Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

15 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 44m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a highway-focused drive, with 74% of the journey taking place on high-speed roads. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 23.9 miles on I 295, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. The route is characterized by its reliance on major arteries like I 295 and NJ 70, interspersed with segments on Marlton Pike. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over scenic byways.

74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.9 mi on I 295.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and NJ 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Beckett Road.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.7 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Beckett Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 24.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.1 miles (NJ 70 / Marlton Pike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Beckett, NJ and Brick, NJ, road signs point toward Long Beach Island and Toms River.

Long Beach Island

38.4 mi in | ~52m | via NJ 70

Toms River

63.4 mi in | ~1h 26m | via NJ 70

About the Cities

Arriving in Brick, NJ

Full guide →

Brick Township, commonly known as Brick or Bricktown, is a township in Ocean County, New Jersey.

Top landmarks

  • Orient Baptist Church — historic church building in Ocean County, New Jersey

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 74.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 23.9 miles on I 295. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Brick, NJ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Beckett Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 24.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.1 miles (NJ 70 / Marlton Pike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brick, NJ before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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