Origin
Elwood, NJ
Late night in Elwood on Tuesday
Local time
4:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elwood, 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
1h 15m
Distance
56.9 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elwood, NJ
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Brick, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Elwood to Brick, expect a straightforward 56.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is efficient enough that you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, it is an economical route for a quick change of scenery within New Jersey. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major thoroughfares, making this a practical choice for those who prefer a direct path. Whether you are heading out for business or a brief getaway, this drive offers a reliable connection across the Northeast region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 36.5 mi | 42m |
| CR 542 | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| Elwood-Weekstown Road | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Weekstown Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Green Bank Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| NJ 70 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| US 9 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Elwood Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 36.5 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elwood, NJ and Brick, NJ.
1
Start on CR 623
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Elwood Road
2
Turn slight right onto CR 612
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Weekstown Road
3
Continue on CR 612
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Elwood-Weekstown Road
4
Continue on CR 612
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
·
Weekstown Road
5
Continue on CR 643
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Pleasant Mills Road
6
Turn left onto CR 563
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Green Bank Road
7
Turn slight right onto CR 542; CR 563
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
CR 542; CR 563
8
Merge onto US 9
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US 9
9
Turn left onto CR 654
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Greenbush Road
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward GSP Toll North
11
Merge onto GSP
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
·
Garden State Parkway
12
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP
36 mi
·
42 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 89A-B
Toward NJ 70, CR 528: Brick, Lakewood
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 89A
Toward NJ 70: Brick, Point Pleasant
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto NJ 70
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
NJ 70
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
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
28 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.4 miles from Elwood, 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 6.3 and 54.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
6.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
CR 563 / Green Bank Road
Turn left onto CR 563 / Green Bank Road
Navigation decision point
5
17.8 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the ramp toward GSP Toll North
Navigation decision point
Toward GSP Toll North
6
18.8 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
GSP / Garden State Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
54.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward NJ 70, CR 528: Brick, Lakewood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 89A-B
Toward NJ 70, CR 528: Brick, Lakewood
9
54.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 70: Brick, Point Pleasant
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 89A
Toward NJ 70: Brick, Point Pleasant
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.43 one way
$18.87 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.33 | $20.66 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.04 | $22.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.56 | $25.13 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.19
Garden State Parkway
(36.5 mi)
$2.19
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$2
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.97 | $2.73 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.98 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.97 | $3.64 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Brick, NJ
Late night in Brick on Tuesday
Local time
4:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
14 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 15m 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 56.9-mile route is heavily highway-focused, with about 82% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will navigate a mix of local routes like CR 542 and Elwood-Weekstown Road before transitioning onto the Garden State Parkway. Be prepared for a sustained pace, as your longest uninterrupted stretch is a 36.5-mile run on the Parkway. The transition from smaller local roads to the major highway system defines the character of the drive, shifting from rural-feeling surface streets to a more fast-paced, multi-lane environment. It is a functional drive designed for steady progress rather than winding, technical maneuvers.
82% 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: 36.5 mi on Garden State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and CR 542. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.3 miles in near CR 563 / Green Bank Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 56.9 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 6.3 miles (CR 563 / Green Bank Road): Navigation decision point; at 17.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.8 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Elwood, NJ to Brick, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Gsp Toll North along the way.
Gsp Toll North
17.8 mi in
|
~27m
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 1h 15m. Total distance: 56.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.5 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.19 in tolls one way, starting with Garden State Parkway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 6.3 miles (CR 563 / Green Bank Road): Navigation decision point; at 17.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.8 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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