Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
51.5 mi
83 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brick, NJ
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Atco, NJ
Garrison Gao
This straightforward 51.5-mile drive from Brick, NJ to Atco, NJ is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 18 minutes. Primarily utilizing NJ 70 and US 206, this route offers a highway-focused experience with a substantial 78% of its mileage on faster roads. Budget around $9 for fuel, making it an economical option for a quick journey within the Northeast region. The drive is direct and efficient, suitable for those looking to get from point A to point B without extensive detours. With no specific stops recommended, you can plan your travel time accordingly, knowing this route is designed for swift transit.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 70 | 35.3 mi | 50m |
| Jackson Road | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| US 206 | 5 mi | 7m |
| Oakshade Road | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Tuckerton Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Atco Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Cedar Bridge Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Brick Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Brick, NJ and Atco, NJ.
Start on (631)
Turn slight right
Turn slight right onto CR 528
Take the ramp
Merge onto NJ 70
Enter roundabout
Continue
Continue on NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
Continue on NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto US 206
Continue on US 206
Turn right onto CR 622
Turn left onto Oakshade Road
Continue on CR 534
Turn left onto CR 710
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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.
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 25.8 miles from Brick, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 36.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Merge onto NJ 70
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix, Cherry Hill
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Right toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix, Cherry Hill
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Enter roundabout onto US 206 toward US 206 South: Hammonton, Atlantic City
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$8.54 one way
$17.08 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.35 | $18.70 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.99 | $19.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.37 | $22.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.41 | $2.47 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.51 | $2.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.21 | $3.30 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Brick on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Atco on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a drive that leans heavily towards highway speeds, with 78% of the journey on faster roads. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 35.3 miles along NJ 70, which should provide a good sense of the road's character. While primarily highway-focused, the route incorporates segments of Jackson Road and US 206, offering slight variations in the driving environment. This is not a winding scenic byway, but rather a practical path designed for efficient travel. The road's personality is one of directness, moving you steadily towards your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 70 and Jackson Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near NJ 70.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 18m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (NJ 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Brick, NJ and Atco, NJ, road signs point toward Cherry Hill and Atlantic City.
Cherry Hill
Atlantic City
Brick Township, commonly known as Brick or Bricktown, is a township in Ocean County, New Jersey.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 51.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Straightforward navigation.
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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