Origin
Cranbury, NJ
Late night in Cranbury on Tuesday
Local time
4:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cranbury, NJ to Brick, NJ
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
32.3 mi
52 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cranbury, NJ
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Brick, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick jaunt from Cranbury to Brick, expect a straightforward 32.3-mile journey that typically takes about 52 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. Budgeting around $5 for fuel covers the trip comfortably, keeping it an affordable option for a quick change of scenery within the Northeast. You will primarily navigate via NJ 33, US Highway 9, and Cedar Bridge Avenue to reach your destination. Because the distance is relatively short, it offers a manageable transit without the fatigue often associated with longer regional travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 33 | 10.3 mi | 14m |
| US Highway 9 | 9.6 mi | 14m |
| Cedar Bridge Avenue | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Applegarth Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Madison Avenue | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Station Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Cranbury Station Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| US 130 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 33
— 10.3 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cranbury, NJ and Brick, NJ.
1
Start on CR 535
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Plainsboro Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto CR 535
236 ft
·
6 sec
·
Maplewood Avenue
3
Turn right onto CR 535
287 ft
·
12 sec
·
Half Acre Road
4
Turn right onto US 130
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 130
5
Turn left onto CR 615
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Station Road
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on CR 615
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Cranbury Station Road
7
Turn right onto CR 619
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Applegarth Road
8
Turn left onto NJ 33
10 mi
·
14 min
·
NJ 33
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward US 9 South: Lakewood
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto US 9
9.6 mi
·
14 min
·
US Highway 9
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 9
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Madison Avenue
12
Turn left onto NJ 88
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto South Clifton Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Clifton Avenue
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on CR 528
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Cedar Bridge Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Turn left onto NJ 70
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
NJ 70
16
At end of road, turn sharp right onto CR 631
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Brick Boulevard
17
Arrive at destination
(631)
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.1 miles from Cranbury, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 27.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 535 / Maplewood Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto CR 535 / Maplewood Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CR 615 / Station Road
Turn left onto CR 615 / Station Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
15.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward US 9 South: Lakewood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 9 South: Lakewood
5
15.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
US 9 / US Highway 9
Merge onto US 9 / US Highway 9
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
27.1 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
South Clifton Avenue
Turn right onto South Clifton Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.35 one way
$10.71 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.86 | $11.73 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.26 | $12.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.13 | $14.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.07 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Brick, NJ
Late night in Brick on Tuesday
Local time
4:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
N 5 to 10 mph
33% chance
Live forecast
61°F
Lakewood, NJ
16 mi in
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
35 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
52m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive leans heavily on highway travel, with 66% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a mix of road types, starting with the longest uninterrupted stretch of 10.3 miles on NJ 33 before transitioning into other segments. Behind the wheel, you should anticipate a highway-focused experience that prioritizes efficiency over technical, winding backroads. As you move from Cranbury toward the coast, the road environment shifts from local corridors to the more sustained pace of US Highway 9. It is a functional, direct route that keeps you moving steadily toward your destination.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.3 mi on NJ 33.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 33 and US Highway 9. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near CR 535 / Maplewood Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 32.3 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.2 miles (CR 535 / Maplewood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (CR 615 / Station Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Brick, NJ
Full guide →Brick Township, commonly known as Brick or Bricktown, is a township in Ocean County, New Jersey.
Top landmarks
- • Orient Baptist Church — historic church building 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 52m. Total distance: 32.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.3 miles on NJ 33. 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 Brick, 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 0.2 miles (CR 535 / Maplewood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (CR 615 / Station Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — 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 Brick, 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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