Origin
Saddle River, NJ
Late night in Saddle River on Tuesday
Local time
5:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saddle River, 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 47m
Distance
82 mi
132 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 39m
★
6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 3m
10 AM
1h 53m
12 PM
1h 51m
3 PM
1h 54m
5 PM
2h 2m
8 PM
1h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saddle River, NJ
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Brick, NJ
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Trip Overview
This 81.2-mile drive from Saddle River, NJ, to Brick, NJ, is best tackled in a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 28 minutes. You'll navigate local roads for the entire journey, with no highway driving involved. Expect a turn-heavy local experience as you make your way south. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, this is an economical trip. Given its relatively short duration and local road profile, this route is perfectly suited for a one-day excursion within the Northeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41 miles from Saddle River, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 30.3 mi | 35m |
| New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur | 20.6 mi | 26m |
| NJ 17 | 14.9 mi | 18m |
| NJ 70 | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| NJ 34 | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| Exit to GSP and US Route 9 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West Saddle River Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| NJ 3 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 30.3 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saddle River, NJ and Brick, NJ.
1
Start on CR 77; CR 90
47 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Allendale Road
2
Turn right onto CR 77
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Saddle River Road
3
Continue on CR 77
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Sheridan Avenue
4
Turn slight right
384 ft
·
14 sec
Toward NJ 17 South: NJ 17 South, East Prospect Street
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Toward NJ 17 South
6
Merge onto NJ 17
15 mi
·
18 min
·
NJ 17
Use the right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
8
Merge onto NJ 3
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
NJ 3
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward East Rutherford, American Dream, Stadium, Racetrack, Training Facility
Use the slight right lane.
10
Continue on Sheraton Plaza Drive
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Sheraton Plaza Drive
11
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Newark
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; NJTP
14 mi
·
17 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit onto Exit 11
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Exit to GSP and US Route 9
Exit 11
Toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward GSP South, US 9, NJ 440: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy
Use the slight left lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP Southbound entrance
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
GSP Southbound entrance
Toward GSP South: Garden State Parkway
Use the slight left lane.
18
Merge onto GSP
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
Garden State Parkway
20
Keep slight right at fork onto GSP
27 mi
·
30 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
21
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.
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward NJ 34 South, NJ 34 North, I 195 West: Brielle, Trenton
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJ 34 South: Brielle
Use the straight lane.
24
Merge onto NJ 34
0.6 mi
·
45 sec
·
NJ 34
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
228 ft
·
2 sec
·
NJ 34
26
Continue on NJ 34
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 34
27
Turn right onto NJ 35
162 ft
·
2 sec
·
NJ 35
28
Continue on NJ 70
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
NJ 70
29
Turn left onto CR 631
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Brick Boulevard
Use the left lane.
30
Arrive at destination
(631)
Trip Plan
For this 81.2-mile trip, leaving Saddle River, NJ, at a time that avoids peak commuter traffic will make the 1 hour and 28-minute journey smoother. Since there are no designated stops and the drive is relatively short, you have the flexibility to pause as needed. Keep an eye on your navigation, as the 'turn-heavy' nature of the route means you'll be making frequent adjustments. The $13 fuel cost is a good indicator, but it's always wise to start with a full tank to ensure uninterrupted travel.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41 miles from Saddle River, NJ, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 18 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41 miles or 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brick, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Saddle River, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Saddle River, NJ
This is one driving day of about 82 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Saddle River, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Garden State Parkway for about 30.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41 miles from Saddle River, 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 245 decision points cluster between mile 17.6 and 71.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
17.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward East Rutherford, American Dream, Stadium, Racetrack, Training Facility
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward East Rutherford, American Dream, Stadium...
8
18.4 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Newark
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Newark
8
39.4 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
Exit 11 / Exit to GSP and US Route 9
Take the exit onto Exit 11 / Exit to GSP and US Route 9 toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge
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 11
Toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbri...
8
40.8 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Keep slight left at fork toward GSP South, US 9, NJ 440: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge, Perth Amboy
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward GSP South, US 9, NJ 440: Garden State Pa...
8
71.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m 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,...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.59 one way
$27.19 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $14.89 | $29.78 |
| premium | $4.93 | $15.90 | $31.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.10 | $36.21 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.70
New Jersey Turnpike
(20.6 mi)
$2.89
Garden State Parkway
(30.3 mi)
$1.81
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.61 | $3.94 |
| Efficient EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.18 | $3.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.8 | 0 | $11.48 | $5.25 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
5:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
1 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 47m 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 route offers a 'turn-heavy local drive' experience, meaning you’ll be actively managing turns rather than cruising on a highway. With a 0% highway share, prepare for a continuous engagement with local streets and traffic signals. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the profile suggests frequent changes in direction and speed. You'll likely experience a varied pace as you move through different towns and neighborhoods in New Jersey.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.3 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 New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.6 miles in.
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 82 miles you will encounter 24 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 17.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.4 miles (Exit 11 / Exit to GSP and US Route 9): 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.
Between Saddle River, NJ and Brick, NJ, road signs point toward Rutherford, American Dream, Stadium, Racetrack, Training Facility and Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike - among others.
Rutherford
17.6 mi in
|
~23m
American Dream
17.6 mi in
|
~23m
Stadium
17.6 mi in
|
~23m
Racetrack
17.6 mi in
|
~23m
Training Facility
17.6 mi in
|
~23m
Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
17.9 mi in
|
~24m
Njtp South: Newark
18.4 mi in
|
~25m
Gsp
39.4 mi in
|
~53m
|
via Exit 11
Woodbridge
39.4 mi in
|
~53m
|
via Exit 11
Gsp South
40.8 mi in
|
~56m
Perth Amboy
40.8 mi in
|
~56m
Trenton
71.8 mi in
|
~1h 33m
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 47m. Total distance: 82 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.3 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.70 in tolls one way, starting with New Jersey Turnpike. 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 17.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.4 miles (Exit 11 / Exit to GSP and US Route 9): 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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