Origin
Brick, NJ
Late night in Brick on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
54.5 mi
88 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Morris, NJ
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Embarking on this 54.5-mile journey from Brick, NJ, to Morris, NJ, will take approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes. This drive, estimated to cost around $9 in fuel, is easily manageable as a single-day trip. You'll be navigating primarily via NJ 70 and State Route 38, with some segments on Lakehurst Road. The route offers a mixed driving profile, making it a straightforward trip within the Northeast region. Given its relatively short duration, it's ideal for a quick excursion or an easy commute between these New Jersey locations without the need for an overnight stay.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 70 | 20.6 mi | 30m |
| State Route 38 | 10.7 mi | 14m |
| Lakehurst Road | 5.5 mi | 9m |
| Pemberton – Browns Mills Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| South Church Street | 3 mi | 5m |
| Pemberton Bypass | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| South Pemberton Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Church Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Brick, NJ and Morris, 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
Turn right onto CR 530
Continue on CR 530
Turn left onto CR 530
Turn left onto CR 530; CR 687
Continue on CR 530
Continue on CR 530
Continue on NJ 38
Continue on NJ 38
Turn right onto CR 607
Continue on CR 607
Turn left onto US 130
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ 73
Take the exit
Turn right onto CR 543
Continue on CR 543
Turn left
Turn left
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 27.2 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 27.5 — 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
Turn right onto CR 530 / Lakehurst Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto CR 530 / Pemberton – Browns Mills Road
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$9.04 one way
$18.07 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.90 | $19.79 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.57 | $21.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.03 | $24.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.72 | $2.62 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.63 | $3.49 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Brick on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Morris on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive features a 59% highway share, indicating a good portion of your time will be spent on faster-paced roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 20.6 miles along NJ 70. Expect a mixed driving experience, transitioning between more open highway conditions and local road segments as you progress toward Morris. The road's character shifts throughout, offering varied driving dynamics rather than a monotonous experience. You'll likely encounter a blend of traffic patterns typical of this region.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near NJ 70.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.5 miles you will encounter 14 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 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.
On the drive from Brick, NJ to Morris, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Cherry Hill along the way.
Cherry Hill
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 25m. Total distance: 54.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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