Trip from Brick, NJ to Maurice River, NJ

Drive Time

2h 10m

Distance

89.5 mi

144 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min

4 AM

2h 1m ★

6 AM

2h 10m

8 AM

2h 28m

10 AM

2h 17m

12 PM

2h 15m

3 PM

2h 17m

5 PM

2h 28m

8 PM

2h 5m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Brick, NJ

Garrison Gao

Maurice River, NJ

Malcolm Garret

Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Brick to the Maurice River, expect a straightforward journey covering 89.5 miles. You should set aside about 2 hours and 10 minutes behind the wheel to complete this trek. Because the total duration is quite manageable, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Budgeting around $15 for fuel will cover your transit costs, making this an economical trip across New Jersey. Whether you are heading south for business or a change of scenery, this highway-focused drive offers a reliable connection between these two points in the Northeast.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

44.7 miles from Brick, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a trip defined by efficiency, as roughly 67% of your time will be spent on highways. Your journey begins with a significant 44.6-mile stretch along the Garden State Parkway, which allows for consistent speeds before you transition to more local road types. As you exit the major arteries, you will navigate via CR 552 and Port Elizabeth-Cumberland Road. The character of the drive shifts from the high-traffic flow of the Parkway into the more localized, steady rhythm of the Cumberland County infrastructure. It is a practical, no-nonsense commute that prioritizes speed and directness over winding, technical backroads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Garden State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 44.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and CR 552. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 89.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

2.6 mi into trip | ~4m in

Keep slight left at fork toward GSP South: Toms River

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane. Toward GSP South: Toms River

2.9 mi into trip | ~5m 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 left / none lanes.

47.5 mi into trip | ~57m in

Take the exit toward CR 575, CR 561 ALT: Pomona

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 44 Toward CR 575, CR 561 ALT: Pomona

47.9 mi into trip | ~58m in | CR 561 Alternate; CR 575 / Pomona Road

Turn right onto CR 561 Alternate; CR 575 / Pomona Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

82.5 mi into trip | ~1h 55m in | CR 670 / Mauricetown Road

Turn right onto CR 670 / Mauricetown Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

Towns Along This Route

Between Brick, NJ and Maurice River, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 575 and Cr 561 Alt: Pomona.

Cr 575

47.5 mi in | ~57m

Cr 561 Alt: Pomona

47.5 mi in | ~57m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Garden State Parkway	44.6 mi	52m
CR 552	9.3 mi	13m
Port Elizabeth-Cumberland Road	4.9 mi	8m
US 40	4.8 mi	6m
Pomona Road	4.5 mi	8m
Union Road	4.2 mi	7m
Wrangleboro Road	2.9 mi	4m
North Avenue	2.5 mi	4m

Longest stretch: Garden State Parkway — 44.6 mi, about 52m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brick, NJ and Maurice River, NJ.

Start on (631)

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Brick Boulevard

Turn slight right

0.1 mi · 15 sec

Turn slight right onto CR 528

0.3 mi · 44 sec · Cedar Bridge Avenue

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 19 sec

Merge onto NJ 70

1.3 mi · 2 min · NJ 70

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 45 sec

Toward GSP Toll South: Toms River

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Toward GSP South: Toms River Use the none lane.

Merge onto GSP

45 mi · 52 min · Garden State Parkway

Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 44 Toward CR 575, CR 561 ALT: Pomona Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto CR 561 Alternate; CR 575

4.5 mi · 8 min · Pomona Road

Use the straight lane.

Continue on CR 575

2.9 mi · 4 min · Wrangleboro Road

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto US 40; US 322

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Black Horse Pike

Take the exit onto US 40

4.8 mi · 6 min · US 40

Use the straight lane.

Continue on CR 617

522 ft · 19 sec · Absecon Road

Turn left onto US 40; NJ 50

1.7 mi · 3 min · Harding Highway

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto CR 552; CR 557 Truck

9.3 mi · 13 min · CR 552; CR 557 Truck

Turn left onto CR 671

4.2 mi · 7 min · Union Road

Turn left onto NJ 49

0.5 mi · 42 sec · East Main Street

Turn right onto CR 646

4.9 mi · 8 min · Port Elizabeth-Cumberland Road

Merge onto NJ 47

1.2 mi · 1 min · Delsea Drive

Take the exit onto NJ 47

0.2 mi · 35 sec · NJ 47

Turn right onto CR 670

1.5 mi · 2 min · Mauricetown Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on CR 649

1.9 mi · 3 min · Mauricetown Bypass

At end of road, turn left onto CR 649

2.5 mi · 4 min · North Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto CR 553

303 ft · 12 sec · Main Street

Turn left onto Memorial Avenue

0.6 mi · 2 min · Memorial Avenue

Turn slight right onto Miller Avenue

0.2 mi · 51 sec · Miller Avenue

Turn left

0.1 mi · 46 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best without needing to plan for overnight stops. With zero mandatory stops programmed into the route, you can easily complete the drive in one go, though you should keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving the Parkway. Traffic patterns on the Garden State Parkway can vary significantly, so checking live updates before you pull out of Brick is a smart move. Given the transition from major highways to local roads like CR 552, stay alert for changing speed limits as you approach the Maurice River area. Taking advantage of the shorter duration allows you to maximize your time at your destination.

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 44.7 miles from Brick, NJ, or about 54m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.6 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 80 miles or 1h 50m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 44.7 miles or 54m 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 43m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maurice River, NJ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Brick, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Brick, NJ

This is one driving day of about 89.5 miles and 2h 10m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brick, NJ.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

The longest stretch is on Garden State Parkway for about 44.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 44.7 mi from Brick, NJ · 54m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

45 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 44.7 miles from Brick, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Maurice River, NJ

The final approach into Maurice River, NJ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Maurice River, NJ.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.81 one way

$29.62 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 31 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$16.21	$32.41
premium	$4.92	$17.34	$34.69
diesel	$5.64	$19.88	$39.77

Estimated Tolls: $2.68

Garden State Parkway (44.6 mi) $2.68

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

$15

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 31.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	26.8	$9.40	$4.30
Efficient EV	22.4	$7.83	$3.58
EV Truck/SUV	35.8	$12.53	$5.73

Gas CO2

31 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (68% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Brick, NJ

Evening in Brick on Sunday

Local time

8:24 PM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Maurice River, NJ

Evening in Maurice River on Sunday

Local time

8:24 PM

EDT

Current temp

56°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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

2h 10m 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 Maurice River, NJ covers 89.5 miles and takes about 2h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Garden State Parkway, CR 552, Port Elizabeth-Cumberland Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 44.7 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 $14.81 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.

Between Brick, NJ and Maurice River, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 575 and Cr 561 Alt: Pomona.

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Trip from Brick, NJ to Maurice River, NJ

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Maurice River, NJ

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Brick, NJ

Maurice River, NJ

Same local time

Very similar conditions

2h 10m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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