Origin
Brick, NJ
Afternoon in Brick on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brick, NJ to Sixmile Run, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
46.7 mi
75 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 59m
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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Sixmile Run, NJ
James Kampeis
Trip Overview
Brick, NJ to Sixmile Run, NJ is 46.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 1 minute via NJ 18, NJ 34, and NJ 70, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused trip entirely within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its short duration and minimal stops, it's an ideal route for a quick transit or a day trip where you want to maximize your time at your destination. Expect a largely efficient journey primarily on well-maintained state highways.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 18 | 21.7 mi | 25m |
| NJ 34 | 11.3 mi | 14m |
| NJ 70 | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| US 1 | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| NJ 33 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Cozzens Lane | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Lincoln Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Adams Lane | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 18
— 21.7 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brick, NJ and Sixmile Run, 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
·
25 min
·
NJ 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 1 South: Princeton, Trenton
18
Merge onto US 1
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
US 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on US 1
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
US 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
276 ft
·
4 sec
·
US 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
387 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 1
22
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 1
23
Turn right onto CR 608
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Adams Lane
24
Continue on CR 608
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Cozzens Lane
25
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 27
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Lincoln Highway
Use the left lane.
26
Turn right
52 ft
·
3 sec
27
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.3 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 14.8 and 46.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
14.8 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
NJ 34
Take the exit onto NJ 34
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
18.6 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
NJ 18
Merge onto NJ 18
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
40.2 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward US 1 South: Princeton, Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 1 South: Princeton, Trenton
7
43.1 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
US 1
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
46.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
NJ 27 / Lincoln Highway
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 27 / Lincoln Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.74 one way
$15.48 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.48 | $16.96 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.06 | $18.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.31 | $20.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.3 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 | 14 | 0 | $4.90 | $2.24 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.09 | $1.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.54 | $2.99 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Sixmile Run, NJ
Afternoon in Sixmile Run on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
25 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 1m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the journey on faster roads. You'll spend a significant amount of time on NJ 18, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 21.7 miles. The roads transition smoothly, offering a consistent driving experience without many technical sections. The primary roads, NJ 18, NJ 34, and NJ 70, are designed for efficient travel, meaning you'll likely encounter steady speeds for most of the 46.7 miles.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.7 mi on NJ 18.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 14.8 miles in near NJ 34.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 46.7 miles you will encounter 16 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 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; at 40.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Brick, NJ to Sixmile Run, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Trenton along the way.
Trenton
40.2 mi in
|
~50m
About the Cities
Starting in Brick, NJ
Full guide →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).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 46.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.7 miles on NJ 18. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Sixmile Run, 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 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; at 40.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Morristown National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area. 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 Sixmile Run, NJ before heading back.
How this page is built
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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