Origin
Brick, NJ
Late night in Brick on Friday
Local time
12:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brick, NJ to Gladstone, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
65.1 mi
105 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.
Brick, NJ
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Gladstone, NJ
James Kampeis
Trip Overview
The drive from Brick, NJ to Gladstone, NJ covers 65.1 miles and takes about 1h 25m 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 $10.79 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 65.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 25m highway drive covering 65.1 miles, with most of the trip on NJ 18 and I 287. The longest continuous stretch is about 22.2 miles on NJ 18.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 18 is the longest continuous segment at about 22.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
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 65.1 miles you will encounter 21 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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
14.8 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
NJ 34
Take the exit onto NJ 34
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
18.6 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
NJ 18
Merge onto NJ 18
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
42.7 mi into trip
|
~53m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Easton Avenue, So Bound Brook
7
54.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
I 287
Keep slight right at fork onto I 287 toward I 78 East: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 78 East: New York City
8
59.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward US 202 North, US 206 North: Bedminster, Netcong
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 22B
Toward US 202 North, US 206 North: Bedminster,...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Brick, NJ and Gladstone, NJ, road signs point toward So Bound Brook, Mahwah and Netcong.
So Bound Brook
42.7 mi in
|
~53m
Mahwah
47.2 mi in
|
~1h 1m
Netcong
59.2 mi in
|
~1h 15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 18 | 22.2 mi | 26m |
| I 287 | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| NJ 34 | 11.3 mi | 14m |
| NJ 70 | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| US 202 | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Easton Avenue | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Memorial Parkway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| NJ 33 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 18
— 22.2 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brick, NJ and Gladstone, NJ.
1
Start on (631)
236 ft
·
5 sec
·
Brick Boulevard
2
Turn slight right
332 ft
·
8 sec
3
Turn straight onto CR 549
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Chambersbridge Road
4
Turn right onto NJ 70
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 70
5
Continue on NJ 70
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 70
Use the slight right / right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
7
Merge onto NJ 35
260 ft
·
5 sec
·
NJ 35
8
Continue on NJ 34
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 34
9
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
287 ft
·
3 sec
·
NJ 34
10
Continue on NJ 34
79 ft
·
1 sec
·
NJ 34
11
Continue on NJ 34
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 34
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Enter roundabout onto NJ 33; NJ 34
451 ft
·
6 sec
·
NJ 33; NJ 34
13
Continue on NJ 33; NJ 34
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 33; NJ 34
14
Take the exit onto NJ 34
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 34
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick
16
Merge onto NJ 18
22 mi
·
26 min
·
NJ 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on NJ 18
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Memorial Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Easton Avenue, So Bound Brook
Use the slight right lane.
19
Turn straight onto (672)
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
George Street
20
Turn left onto CR 609
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Landing Lane
21
Turn right onto CR 527
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Easton Avenue
Use the right lane.
22
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 287 North: Morristown, Mahwah
23
Merge onto I 287
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
I 287
24
Keep slight right at fork onto I 287
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
I 287
Toward I 78 East: New York City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 22B
Toward US 202 North, US 206 North: Bedminster, Netcong
Use the right lane.
26
Merge onto US 202; US 206
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
US 202; US 206
Use the slight right lane.
27
Take the exit
115 ft
·
6 sec
28
Turn right onto CR 512
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pottersville Road
29
At end of road, turn right onto CR 512
33 ft
·
7 sec
·
Main Street
30
Turn left onto Overlook Avenue
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Overlook Avenue
31
Turn left onto CR 647
173 ft
·
4 sec
·
Mendham Road
32
Arrive at destination
CR 647
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.6 mi from Brick, NJ · 41m 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.
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 32.6 miles from Brick, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Gladstone, NJ
The final approach into Gladstone, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.79 one way
$21.59 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.82 | $23.64 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.63 | $25.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.37 | $28.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.8 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 | 19.5 | 0 | $6.84 | $3.12 |
| Efficient EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.70 | $2.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26 | 0 | $9.11 | $4.17 |
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
Gladstone, NJ
Late night in Gladstone on Friday
Local time
12:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Edison, NJ
33 mi in
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
22 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 25m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Brick, NJ to Gladstone, NJ covers 65.1 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 18, I 287, NJ 34. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.6 miles from Brick, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.79 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.1 miles you will encounter 21 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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.
Between Brick, NJ and Gladstone, NJ, road signs point toward So Bound Brook, Mahwah and Netcong.
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