Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
52.5 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Martinsville, NJ
Malcolm Garret
Brick, NJ
Wikimedia Commons
This straightforward 52.5-mile drive from Martinsville to Brick, New Jersey, can be comfortably completed in about 1 hour and 14 minutes, making it an excellent day trip. With 81% of the journey on highways, you'll spend most of your time on State Route 18, NJ 34, and NJ 70. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $9, offering an economical way to travel within the Northeast region. This route is ideal for those seeking a direct and efficient journey without the need for an overnight stay, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 18 | 22 mi | 28m |
| NJ 34 | 12.1 mi | 15m |
| NJ 70 | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| I 287 | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| River Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Chimney Rock Road | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| John A. Lynch Memorial Bridge | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Brick Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Martinsville, NJ and Brick, NJ.
Start on this road
Turn left
Turn left
Continue on CR 525
Turn left onto NJ 28
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 287
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto CR 622
Take the ramp
Merge onto NJ 18
Continue on NJ 18; CR 527
Take the exit
Turn straight onto NJ 34
Take the ramp onto NJ 34
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
Continue on NJ 34
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
Continue on NJ 34
Turn right onto NJ 35
Continue on NJ 70
Turn left onto CR 631
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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.
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 26.2 miles from Martinsville, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.9 and 34.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward I 287 South
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward River Road, Bound Brook, Highland Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward Highland Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward NJ 34 South: Point Pleasant
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$8.70 one way
$17.41 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.53 | $19.07 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.18 | $20.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.59 | $23.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.51 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.35 | $3.36 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Martinsville on Sunday
Local time
4:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Brick on Sunday
Local time
4:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of your 52.5-mile trip, with 81% of the route utilizing faster roads. You'll encounter a significant 22-mile stretch on State Route 18, which will likely offer consistent speeds. While primarily highway, the transition between State Route 18, NJ 34, and NJ 70 might introduce slight variations in the road's character. This route is designed for efficient travel rather than scenic detours, keeping you moving steadily towards your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 18 and NJ 34. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.5 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 2.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Martinsville, NJ and Brick, NJ, road signs point toward Bound Brook and Highland Park.
Bound Brook
Highland Park
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 52.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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