Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
66.1 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brick, NJ
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Basking Ridge, NJ
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The drive from Brick, NJ to Basking Ridge, NJ covers 66.1 miles and takes about 1h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NJ 18, I 287, NJ 34 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22.2 miles on NJ 18. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.96 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 66.1 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 (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 1h 26m highway drive covering 66.1 miles, with most of the trip on NJ 18 and I 287. The longest continuous stretch is about 22.2 miles on NJ 18.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 18 and I 287. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.8 miles in near NJ 34.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.1 miles you will encounter 19 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 14.8 miles (NJ 34): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.6 miles (NJ 18): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit onto NJ 34
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto NJ 18
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Easton Avenue, So Bound Brook
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 287 toward I 78 East: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward CR 525 North: Mount Airy Road North, Bernardsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Brick, NJ and Basking Ridge, NJ, road signs point toward So Bound Brook and Mahwah.
So Bound Brook
Mahwah
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 18 | 22.2 mi | 26m |
| I 287 | 15.9 mi | 18m |
| NJ 34 | 11.3 mi | 14m |
| NJ 70 | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| Easton Avenue | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Memorial Parkway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Mount Airy Road | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| NJ 33 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Brick, NJ and Basking Ridge, NJ.
Start on (631)
Turn slight right
Turn straight onto CR 549
Turn right onto NJ 70
Continue on NJ 70
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ 35
Continue on NJ 34
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
Continue on NJ 34
Continue on NJ 34
Enter roundabout onto NJ 33; NJ 34
Continue on NJ 33; NJ 34
Take the exit onto NJ 34
Take the ramp
Merge onto NJ 18
Continue on NJ 18
Take the exit
Turn straight onto (672)
Turn left onto CR 609
Turn right onto CR 527
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 287
Keep slight right at fork onto I 287
Take the exit
Turn straight onto CR 525
Continue on CR 525
Turn right onto CR 624
Turn right onto CR 613
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33 mi from Brick, NJ · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 33 miles from Brick, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Basking Ridge, NJ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$10.96 one way
$21.92 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.00 | $24.00 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.82 | $25.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.59 | $29.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 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 | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.78 | $2.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.25 | $4.23 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Brick on Thursday
Local time
10:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Night in Basking Ridge on Thursday
Local time
10:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°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.
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