Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
45.6 mi
73 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 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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Metuchen, NJ
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Traveling from Brick to Metuchen covers 45.6 miles of Northeast terrain, making for a straightforward commute that typically takes about 58 minutes. Since this is a quick trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You should plan for a fuel budget of roughly $8, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. This route is entirely contained within New Jersey, keeping you within the familiar Northeast corridor for the duration of your trip. It is a highly practical, efficient drive that prioritizes speed over sightseeing, perfect for those looking to reach their destination with minimal fuss.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 37 mi | 44m |
| I 287 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| NJ 440 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Cedar Bridge Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Middlesex Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Brick Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lincoln Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Brick, NJ and Metuchen, NJ.
Start on (631)
Turn slight right
Turn slight right onto CR 528
Take the ramp
Merge onto GSP
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on GSP
Take the exit onto GSP
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto NJ 440
Continue on I 287
Take the exit
Turn slight right onto NJ 27
Turn left onto CR 669
Turn right onto CR 669
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 22.8 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 38.5 and 44.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit onto GSP / Garden State Parkway toward GSP North, US 9 North, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward US 9 North, I 287, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 440: Raritan Center, Perth Amboy, Staten Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 440 South: Raritan Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward NJ 27 North: Metuchen
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$7.56 one way
$15.12 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.28 | $16.56 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.84 | $17.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.07 | $20.14 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.22
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$2
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 16 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.79 | $2.19 |
| Efficient EV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.99 | $1.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.38 | $2.92 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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 Tuesday
Local time
5:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Metuchen on Tuesday
Local time
5:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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 highway-focused experience, as 89% of your journey takes place on high-speed roads. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating the Garden State Parkway, I-287, and NJ-440. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, where you will tackle 37 miles on the Garden State Parkway. Because this route relies so heavily on major thoroughfares, the drive feels consistent and functional rather than varied or technical. You can count on a steady pace behind the wheel, though you should stay alert for the transitions between these three major highways.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and I 287. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 38.5 miles in near GSP / Garden State Parkway.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 45.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 38.5 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. 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 Metuchen, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp North, Staten Island and Perth Amboy.
Gsp North
Staten Island
Perth Amboy
Brick Township, commonly known as Brick or Bricktown, is a township in Ocean County, New Jersey.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 45.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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