This 72.7-mile drive from Brick, NJ to Haledon, NJ takes approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. The route is heavily highway-focused, with 92% of the journey on high-speed roads, and is estimated to cost around $12 in fuel. You'll spend most of your time on the Garden State Parkway, experiencing a straightforward commute through the Northeast region. With no recommended stops, this trip is designed for efficient travel, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. It's a practical choice for getting from point A to point B quickly within New Jersey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.3 miles from Brick, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 46m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Garden State Parkway
65.1 mi
1h 22m
NJ 19
1.7 mi
1m
Cedar Bridge Avenue
1.1 mi
2m
Belmont Avenue
1 mi
1m
West Broadway
0.5 mi
<1m
Main Street
0.5 mi
<1m
Brick Boulevard
0.3 mi
<1m
Grand Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 65.1 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brick, NJ and Haledon, NJ.
1
Start on (631)
0.3 mi·38 sec·Brick Boulevard
2
Turn slight right
0.1 mi·15 sec
3
Turn slight right onto CR 528
1.1 mi·2 min·Cedar Bridge Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.8 mi·1 min
5
Merge onto GSP
13 mi·15 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·31 sec
7
Continue on GSP
52 mi·1 hr 7 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 155AToward NJ 19: PatersonUse the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Merge onto NJ 19
1.7 mi·1 min·NJ 19
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
313 ft·7 sec
Toward I 80 West: Grand Street, Del Water Gap
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·23 sec
Toward Grand StreetUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto CR 638
0.2 mi·27 sec·Grand Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto CR 509
0.5 mi·53 sec·Main Street
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn slight left onto CR 509
0.5 mi·52 sec·West Broadway
15
Turn right onto CR 675
1.0 mi·1 min·Belmont Avenue
16
Turn left onto CR 660
512 ft·27 sec·Tilt Street
17
Turn left onto Van Dyke Avenue
295 ft·12 sec·Van Dyke Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
Van Dyke Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 36 minutes for this 72.7-mile trip, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. The $12 fuel cost is minimal, so ensure your tank is full before you leave Brick, NJ, as the longest stretch is over 65 miles on the Garden State Parkway. While no specific stops are recommended, keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach Haledon, NJ, especially if you encounter any unexpected delays. This is a straightforward highway drive, so plan for minimal interruptions and enjoy the direct route.
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 36.3 miles from Brick, NJ, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.1 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 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.3 miles or 46m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Haledon, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brick, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brick, NJ
This is one driving day of about 72.7 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Brick, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Garden State Parkway for about 65.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 70.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.3 mi into trip|~4m in|GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
67.8 mi into trip|~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward NJ 19: Paterson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 155A
Toward NJ 19: Paterson
5
68.5 mi into trip|~1h 28m in|NJ 19
Merge onto NJ 19
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
70.2 mi into trip|~1h 30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Grand Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Grand Street
7
70.4 mi into trip|~1h 31m in|CR 638 / Grand Street
Turn right onto CR 638 / Grand Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.59 one way
$23.18 round trip
$4.05/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.48
$12.83
$25.66
premium
$4.81
$13.76
$27.52
diesel
$4.80
$13.73
$27.45
Estimated Tolls: $3.91
Garden State Parkway
(65.1 mi)$3.91
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 64% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21.8
0
$7.63
$3.49
Efficient EV
18.2
0
$6.36
$2.91
EV Truck/SUV
29.1
0
$10.18
$4.65
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (64% 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 Jul 19, 2026
Origin
Brick, NJ
Late night
in Brick on Monday
Local time
5:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Patchy Fog
W 15 mph16% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Haledon, NJ
Late night
in Haledon on Monday
Local time
5:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Mostly Cloudy
W 8 mph7% chanceLive 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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 36m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Silk cloth and steam locomotives; textiles and continuous paper rolls; firearms and aircraft engines. What do these things have in common? All were manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ. In 17...
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
Free
near mile 70.2
Caution: Limited Amphitheater Accessibility
Caution: Overlook Park Parking Lot - Vehicles Must Be Parked in a Designated Spot
Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...
Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...
15 mi from route
~37 min detour
Free
near mile 52.6
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...
18 mi from route
~45 min detour
Free
near mile 25.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 72.7-mile journey, with 92% of the drive utilizing high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 65.1 miles on the Garden State Parkway, indicating long periods of consistent driving. The primary arteries for this trip are the Garden State Parkway and NJ 19, suggesting a predominantly fast-paced commute. Cedar Bridge Avenue is also part of the main roads, likely serving as an entry or exit point. This route offers a direct, efficient drive rather than a winding, scenic exploration.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 65.1 mi on Garden State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and NJ 19. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in near GSP / Garden State Parkway.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.7 miles you will encounter 11 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 2.3 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.5 miles (NJ 19): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 72.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 65.1 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.91 in tolls one way, starting with Garden State Parkway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 11 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Haledon, 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 2.3 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.5 miles (NJ 19): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Morristown National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Haledon, NJ before heading back.
