Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
49.4 mi
79 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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Middlesex, NJ
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This straightforward 49.4-mile drive from Brick to Middlesex, NJ, is easily accomplished in about 1 hour and 2 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. The route is heavily highway-focused, with 93% of the journey on major roads, so you'll be covering ground efficiently. With an estimated fuel cost of just $8, this trip is very budget-friendly. You'll primarily be on NJ 18 and NJ 34, with a short stint on Memorial Parkway. Given its brevity and highway nature, no overnight stops are necessary, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 18 | 22.2 mi | 26m |
| NJ 34 | 11.3 mi | 14m |
| Memorial Parkway | 6 mi | 7m |
| NJ 70 | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| Possumtown Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| NJ 33 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Lincoln Boulevard | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Centennial Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Brick, NJ and Middlesex, NJ.
Start on (631)
Turn slight right
Turn straight onto CR 549
Turn right onto NJ 70
Continue on NJ 70
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ 35
Continue on NJ 34
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
Continue on NJ 34
Continue on NJ 34
Enter roundabout onto NJ 33; NJ 34
Continue on NJ 33; NJ 34
Take the exit onto NJ 34
Take the ramp
Merge onto NJ 18
Continue on NJ 18
Continue on NJ 18
Turn left onto NJ 18
Take the exit
Merge onto Possumtown Road
Continue on Cedar Avenue
Turn right onto CR 607
Turn right onto Mountain Avenue
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 24.7 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 6 and 47.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Merge onto NJ 35
Merge point - match speed before joining
Take the exit onto NJ 34
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto NJ 18
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto Possumtown Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$8.19 one way
$16.38 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.97 | $17.94 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.58 | $19.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.91 | $21.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.19 | $2.37 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.32 | $1.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.92 | $3.16 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Brick on Sunday
Local time
3:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Afternoon in Middlesex on Sunday
Local time
3:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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 drive for the majority of this trip, with 93% of the route utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 22.2 miles along NJ 18, offering a consistent pace. You'll experience a predominantly fast-paced journey, transitioning between NJ 18, NJ 34, and Memorial Parkway. This route is designed for getting you from point A to point B efficiently rather than for leisurely sightseeing, with the road character remaining largely consistent throughout.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 18 and NJ 34. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6 miles in near NJ 35.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.4 miles you will encounter 13 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 6 miles (NJ 35): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 14.8 miles (NJ 34): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.6 miles (NJ 18): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 2m. Total distance: 49.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). 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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