Brick, NJ to Whitehouse Station, NJ is 62.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 23 minutes via NJ 18 and US 22, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Jersey, making it a convenient option for a quick hop within the Northeast region. Most of the drive is on highways, so expect a fairly direct path. This route is best suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
NJ 18
22.2 mi
26m
NJ 34
11.3 mi
14m
US 22
10.4 mi
14m
NJ 70
5.5 mi
7m
I 287
3.6 mi
4m
Easton Avenue
3.4 mi
5m
Memorial Parkway
1.9 mi
2m
NJ 33
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 Whitehouse Station, 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
3.6 mi·4 min·I 287
24
Take the exit
0.6 mi·47 sec
Exit 14BToward US 22 West: ClintonUse the slight left lane.
25
Merge onto US 22
1.7 mi·2 min·US 22
26
Continue on US 22
8.7 mi·12 min·US 22
Use the right lane.
27
Take the exit
94 ft·2 sec
28
Keep slight left at fork
114 ft·7 sec
29
Turn left onto Old Hwy 28
198 ft·10 sec·Old Hwy 28
30
Continue on CR 523
0.6 mi·1 min·Main Street
31
Arrive at destination
CR 523
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 31.4 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 14.8 and 51.1 — 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.
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
5
43.8 mi into trip|~55m in|CR 527 / Easton Avenue
Turn right onto CR 527 / Easton Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
51.1 mi into trip|~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward US 22 West: Clinton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 14B
Toward US 22 West: Clinton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.79 one way
$21.58 round trip
$4.37/gal25.4 MPG avg22 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.79
$11.84
$23.69
premium
$5.13
$12.68
$25.35
diesel
$5.97
$14.75
$29.51
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 22 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-09-07.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
18.8
0
$6.59
$3.01
Efficient EV
15.7
0
$5.50
$2.51
EV Truck/SUV
25.1
0
$8.79
$4.02
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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 Aug 20, 2026
Origin
Brick, NJ
Morning
in Brick on Saturday
Local time
6:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued August 20 at 2:38AM EDT until August 21 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued August 20 at 1:39AM EDT until August 21 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Destination
Whitehouse Station, NJ
Morning
in Whitehouse Station on Saturday
Local time
6:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued August 20 at 2:38AM EDT until August 21 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued August 20 at 1:39AM EDT until August 21 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
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
3 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 23m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a predominantly highway drive, with 89% of the 62.8 miles on major roads. You'll experience a long stretch of 22.2 miles on NJ 18 before transitioning. The majority of your time will be spent cruising on highways like US 22, which means you can expect a faster pace and potentially more merging traffic as you approach urban areas.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 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 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 Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.8 miles you will encounter 18 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 42.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
178 ft17 ft
Total Climb
383 ft
Total Descent
227 ft
Highest Point
178 ft
~62.8 mi in
Elevation Range
160 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 Whitehouse Station, NJ, road signs point toward So Bound Brook and Mahwah.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 62.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m 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.
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.
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 Whitehouse Station, 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 42.7 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, 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 Whitehouse Station, NJ before heading back.
