Origin
Fairview, NJ
Morning in Fairview on Sunday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairview, NJ to Brick, 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 2m
Distance
41.1 mi
66 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairview, NJ
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Brick, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Fairview to Brick, expect a straightforward journey covering 41.1 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 2 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a simple day trip. Since the route is efficient and relatively short, there is no need to worry about overnight accommodations. Budgeting approximately $7 for fuel will cover your transit across this Northeast corridor. Navigating the transition from Fairview to the Brick area is a practical commute that keeps your travel time minimal, leaving you plenty of flexibility for whatever activities await you at your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 70 | 22.7 mi | 33m |
| NJ 70 East | 11.1 mi | 15m |
| Lakehurst Circle | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Skeet Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Brick Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 70
— 22.7 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairview, NJ and Brick, NJ.
1
Start on this road
119 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Skeet Road
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Skeet Road
3
Turn right onto NJ 70
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 70
4
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
481 ft
·
6 sec
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
5
Continue on NJ 70
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
Use the straight lane.
6
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 East
441 ft
·
5 sec
·
NJ 70 East
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst
7
Continue on NJ 70 East
11 mi
·
15 min
·
NJ 70 East
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on NJ 70; CR 530
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
NJ 70; CR 530
9
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Joint Base MDL Lakehurst, Toms River, Brick
10
Continue on NJ 70
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 East: Joint Base MDL Lakehurst, Toms River, Brick
11
Continue on NJ 70
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
NJ 70
Use the left lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 70
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Lakehurst Circle
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on NJ 70
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
NJ 70
Use the straight lane.
14
At end of road, turn sharp right onto CR 631
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Brick Boulevard
15
Arrive at destination
(631)
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.6 miles from Fairview, 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 and 31 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Skeet Road
At end of road, turn right onto Skeet Road
Navigation decision point
6
4.8 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
5
4.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
NJ 70
Slight right onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
6
29.8 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 East: Joint Base MDL Lakehurst, Toms River, Brick
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 East: Joint Base MDL Lakehurst, To...
6
31 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
NJ 70 / Lakehurst Circle
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 70 / Lakehurst Circle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.81 one way
$13.63 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.46 | $14.93 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.97 | $15.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.07 | $18.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.32 | $1.97 |
| Efficient EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.75 | $2.63 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Morning in Brick on Sunday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
2 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 2m 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 highway-focused drive relies heavily on NJ 70, which accounts for 82% of your travel time. You will spend a significant portion of the trip on a 22.7-mile stretch, providing a consistent pace as you move toward the coast. While the route involves navigating the Lakehurst Circle, the overall experience is defined by steady highway travel rather than technical turns or local backroads. Expect a functional, direct drive that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding scenic detours. You should feel comfortable settling into a rhythm once you merge onto the main arterial roads.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.7 mi on NJ 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 70 and NJ 70 East. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Skeet Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 2m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Skeet Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.8 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.9 miles (NJ 70): Lane positioning matters here. 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.
Between Fairview, NJ and Brick, NJ, road signs point toward Long Beach Island and Toms River.
Long Beach Island
4.8 mi in
|
~9m
|
via NJ 70
Toms River
29.8 mi in
|
~43m
|
via NJ 70
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.
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 2m. Total distance: 41.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.7 miles on NJ 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (Skeet Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.8 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.9 miles (NJ 70): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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