Brick, NJ to Landing, NJ is 81 miles and takes about 1 hour 50 minutes via NJ 18 and I-287, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, single-day trip entirely within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. The route is heavily influenced by highway driving, making it a quick transit between your starting and ending locations. Expect a predictable drive that gets you there efficiently, especially if you're aiming for a quick visit or connecting to other routes.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.5 miles from Brick, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 50m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
NJ 18
22.2 mi
26m
US 202
17.8 mi
28m
I 287
11.7 mi
13m
NJ 34
11.3 mi
14m
NJ 70
5.5 mi
7m
Easton Avenue
3.4 mi
5m
Memorial Parkway
1.9 mi
2m
Christopher Columbus Highway
1.1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
NJ 18
— 22.2 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brick, NJ and Landing, NJ.
1
Start on (631)
236 ft·5 sec·Brick Boulevard
2
Turn slight right
332 ft·8 sec
3
Turn straight onto CR 549
0.2 mi·31 sec·Chambersbridge Road
4
Turn right onto NJ 70
0.7 mi·1 min·NJ 70
5
Continue on NJ 70
4.8 mi·5 min·NJ 70
Use the slight right / right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
7
Merge onto NJ 35
260 ft·5 sec·NJ 35
8
Continue on NJ 34
2.6 mi·3 min·NJ 34
9
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
287 ft·3 sec·NJ 34
10
Continue on NJ 34
79 ft·1 sec·NJ 34
11
Continue on NJ 34
5.0 mi·5 min·NJ 34
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Enter roundabout onto NJ 33; NJ 34
451 ft·6 sec·NJ 33; NJ 34
13
Continue on NJ 33; NJ 34
1.0 mi·1 min·NJ 33; NJ 34
14
Take the exit onto NJ 34
3.6 mi·5 min·NJ 34
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick
16
Merge onto NJ 18
22 mi·26 min·NJ 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on NJ 18
1.9 mi·2 min·Memorial Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward Easton Avenue, So Bound BrookUse the slight right lane.
19
Turn straight onto (672)
0.2 mi·18 sec·George Street
20
Turn left onto CR 609
0.3 mi·27 sec·Landing Lane
21
Turn right onto CR 527
3.4 mi·5 min·Easton Avenue
Use the right lane.
22
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 287 North: Morristown, Mahwah
23
Merge onto I 287
7.2 mi·8 min·I 287
24
Keep slight right at fork onto I 287
4.5 mi·5 min·I 287
Toward I 78 East: New York CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 22BToward US 202 North, US 206 North: Bedminster, NetcongUse the right lane.
26
Merge onto US 202; US 206
18 mi·28 min·US 202; US 206
Use the slight right lane.
27
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward I 80 East: Paterson, New York City
28
Merge onto I 80
1.1 mi·1 min·Christopher Columbus Highway
29
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 28Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake HopatcongUse the slight right lane.
30
Continue on CR 631
0.2 mi·12 sec·Ledgewood Road
31
Continue on US 46
0.2 mi·11 sec·US 46
32
Take the exit
518 ft·16 sec
Toward Main StreetUse the right lane.
33
Turn left onto US 46
0.6 mi·44 sec·US 46
Use the left / straight lanes.
34
Turn straight onto CR 631
0.2 mi·15 sec·Ledgewood Landing Road
35
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·13 sec
Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood
36
Turn straight onto Shippenport Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Shippenport Road
37
At end of road, turn left onto CR 616
491 ft·11 sec·Mount Arlington Boulevard
Use the left lane.
38
At end of road, turn left onto CR 631
53 ft·5 sec·Landing Road
Use the left lane.
39
Arrive at destination
CR 631
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 1 hour 50 minute duration, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid the worst of rush hour traffic in either direction. With only 81 miles and a $13 fuel cost, you won't need many stops. The longest stretch is 22.2 miles on NJ 18, so plan for a brief break before or after that segment if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as stations can be spaced out on highway stretches.
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 40.5 miles from Brick, NJ, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.2 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 18 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.5 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Landing, 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 81 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Brick, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on NJ 18 for about 22.2 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 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 42.7 and 79.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
42.7 mi into trip|~53m in
Take the exit toward Easton Avenue, So Bound Brook
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Easton Avenue, So Bound Brook
7
54.7 mi into trip|~1h 10m in|I 287
Keep slight right at fork onto I 287 toward I 78 East: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 78 East: New York City
8
59.2 mi into trip|~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward US 202 North, US 206 North: Bedminster, Netcong
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 22B
Toward US 202 North, US 206 North: Bedminster,...
8
78.7 mi into trip|~1h 46m in
Take the exit toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 28
Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong
7
79.3 mi into trip|~1h 47m in
Take the exit toward Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Main Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.15 one way
$28.29 round trip
$4.44/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.86
$15.49
$30.98
premium
$5.20
$16.57
$33.14
diesel
$6.28
$20.01
$40.03
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.3
0
$8.51
$3.89
Efficient EV
20.3
0
$7.09
$3.24
EV Truck/SUV
32.4
0
$11.34
$5.18
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Brick, NJ
Late night
in Brick on Saturday
Local time
2:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Mostly Clear
NE 5 to 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Landing, NJ
Late night
in Landing on Saturday
Local time
2:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Clear then Areas Of Frost
0 mph0% 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
7 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 50m 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.
Morristown National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
8 mi from route
~20 min detour
Free
near mile 64.2
Caution: Jockey Hollow Outer Blue Loop and a Section of Primrose Trail Closed
Caution: Passaic River Bridge Trail (Teal Trail) Closed
Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history,...
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...
22 mi from route
~56 min detour
$10
near mile 50.2
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...
24 mi from route
~61 min detour
Free
near mile 27.9
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway, with 89% of the drive on major roads like NJ 18 and I-287. You'll encounter the longest continuous stretch of highway driving for 22.2 miles on NJ 18. The transition to surface roads will occur after the main highway segments conclude, closer to your destination. Be prepared for frequent exits and merges as you navigate these busy roadways.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.2 mi on NJ 18.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 18 and US 202. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 42.7 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 81 miles you will encounter 24 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 42.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.7 miles (I 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
940 ft22 ft
Total Climb
1,036 ft
Total Descent
129 ft
Highest Point
940 ft
~75.2 mi in
Elevation Range
918 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Brick, NJ and Landing, NJ, road signs point toward So Bound Brook, Mahwah and Netcong.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 50m. Total distance: 81 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.2 miles on NJ 18. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 3 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 Landing, 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 42.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.7 miles (I 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Morristown National Historical Park, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and Thomas Edison National Historical Park (5 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 Landing, NJ before heading back.
