Origin
Nutley, NJ
Morning in Nutley on Tuesday
Local time
6:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nutley, 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 26m
Distance
64.4 mi
104 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nutley, NJ
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Brick, NJ
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Trip Overview
This 64.4-mile drive from Nutley, NJ to Brick, NJ is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. Given its short duration and manageable distance, it's ideal as a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stops. The route primarily utilizes the Garden State Parkway Southbound and NJ 70, making it a familiar drive for many in the Northeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this trip is quite budget-friendly. You'll spend most of your time on high-speed parkways, so expect a consistent driving experience.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 45.8 mi | 57m |
| Garden State Parkway Southbound | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| NJ 70 | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| NJ 34 | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| Bloomfield Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Hoover Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Mountainview Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Brick Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 45.8 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nutley, NJ and Brick, NJ.
1
Start on Hillside Avenue
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Hillside Avenue
2
Turn right onto Mountainview Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Mountainview Avenue
3
At end of road, turn left onto Bloomfield Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Bloomfield Avenue
4
Turn right onto CR 651
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
Hoover Avenue
5
Turn left onto Summit Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Summit Avenue
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward GSP Toll South
7
Merge onto GSP
19 mi
·
26 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on Garden State Parkway
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Garden State Parkway Southbound
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
Garden State Parkway
10
Keep slight right at fork onto GSP
27 mi
·
30 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 98
Toward NJ 138 East, I 195 West, NJ 34: Belmar, Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward NJ 34 South, NJ 34 North, I 195 West: Brielle, Trenton
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJ 34 South: Brielle
Use the straight lane.
14
Merge onto NJ 34
0.6 mi
·
45 sec
·
NJ 34
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
228 ft
·
2 sec
·
NJ 34
16
Continue on NJ 34
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 34
17
Turn right onto NJ 35
162 ft
·
2 sec
·
NJ 35
18
Continue on NJ 70
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
NJ 70
19
Turn left onto CR 631
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Brick Boulevard
Use the left lane.
20
Arrive at destination
(631)
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.2 miles from Nutley, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 2.2 and 55 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
27.7 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
GSP / Garden State Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
54.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward NJ 138 East, I 195 West, NJ 34: Belmar, Trenton
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 98
Toward NJ 138 East, I 195 West, NJ 34: Belmar,...
6
54.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 34 South, NJ 34 North, I 195 West: Brielle, Trenton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 34 South, NJ 34 North, I 195 West: Br...
7
55 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 34 South: Brielle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward NJ 34 South: Brielle
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.68 one way
$21.35 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.69 | $23.39 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.49 | $24.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.22 | $28.44 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.11
Garden State Parkway
(52 mi)
$3.11
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$3
Total
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.76 | $3.09 |
| Efficient EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.64 | $2.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.02 | $4.12 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Morning in Brick on Tuesday
Local time
6:50 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
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 26m 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?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 94% of the 64.4 miles on high-speed roads like the Garden State Parkway Southbound and NJ 70. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 45.8 miles on the Garden State Parkway, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent driving. This profile suggests a route that prioritizes efficiency over scenic detours, allowing you to cover ground quickly. While the majority is highway, the transition onto NJ 70 might offer a slight change in character as you approach your destination.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 45.8 mi on Garden State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and Garden State Parkway Southbound. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in near GSP / Garden State Parkway.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64.4 miles you will encounter 15 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 2.2 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.7 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
On the drive from Nutley, NJ to Brick, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Trenton along the way.
Trenton
54.2 mi in
|
~1h 11m
About the Cities
Starting in Nutley, NJ
Full guide →Nutley is a town of 27,000 in Essex County, in Northern New Jersey.
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 26m. Total distance: 64.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 45.8 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.11 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 2.2 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.7 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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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