Origin
Brick, NJ
Night in Brick on Sunday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brick, NJ to Metuchen, NJ
Drive Time
58m
Distance
45.6 mi
73 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
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6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brick, NJ
Garrison Gao
Metuchen, NJ
James Kampeis
Trip Overview
Traveling from Brick to Metuchen covers 45.6 miles of Northeast terrain, making for a straightforward commute that typically takes about 58 minutes. Since this is a quick trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You should plan for a fuel budget of roughly $8, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. This route is entirely contained within New Jersey, keeping you within the familiar Northeast corridor for the duration of your trip. It is a highly practical, efficient drive that prioritizes speed over sightseeing, perfect for those looking to reach their destination with minimal fuss.
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
22.8 miles from Brick, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 89% of your journey takes place on high-speed roads. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating the Garden State Parkway, I-287, and NJ-440. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, where you will tackle 37 miles on the Garden State Parkway. Because this route relies so heavily on major thoroughfares, the drive feels consistent and functional rather than varied or technical. You can count on a steady pace behind the wheel, though you should stay alert for the transitions between these three major highways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 37 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and I 287. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 38.5 miles in near GSP / Garden State Parkway.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 45.6 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 38.5 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
38.5 mi into trip
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~46m in
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GSP / Garden State Parkway
Take the exit onto GSP / Garden State Parkway toward GSP North, US 9 North, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten Island
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 127
Toward GSP North, US 9 North, NJ 440: Woodbridg...
9
39.7 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 9 North, I 287, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 127
Toward US 9 North, I 287, NJ 440: Woodbridge, S...
9
40 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 440: Raritan Center, Perth Amboy, Staten Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 440: Raritan Center, Perth Amboy, Sta...
7
40.1 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 440 South: Raritan Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 440 South: Raritan Center
7
44.4 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward NJ 27 North: Metuchen
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 2A
Toward NJ 27 North: Metuchen
Towns Along This Route
Between Brick, NJ and Metuchen, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp North, Staten Island and Perth Amboy.
Gsp North
38.5 mi in
|
~46m
|
via GSP
Staten Island
38.5 mi in
|
~46m
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via GSP
Perth Amboy
40 mi in
|
~49m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 37 mi | 44m |
| I 287 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| NJ 440 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Cedar Bridge Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Middlesex Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Brick Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lincoln Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 37 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brick, NJ and Metuchen, NJ.
1
Start on (631)
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Brick Boulevard
2
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
3
Turn slight right onto CR 528
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Cedar Bridge Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.8 mi
·
1 min
5
Merge onto GSP
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the none lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
7
Continue on GSP
22 mi
·
26 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto GSP
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Exit 127
Toward GSP North, US 9 North, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten Island
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 127
Toward US 9 North, I 287, NJ 440: Woodbridge, Staten Island
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward NJ 440: Raritan Center, Perth Amboy, Staten Island
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Toward NJ 440 South: Raritan Center
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJ 440
13
Merge onto NJ 440
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
NJ 440
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 287
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 287
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 2A
Toward NJ 27 North: Metuchen
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn slight right onto NJ 27
368 ft
·
11 sec
·
Lincoln Highway
17
Turn left onto CR 669
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Bridge Street
18
Turn right onto CR 669
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Middlesex Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
NJ 27
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, sub-one-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, given that this is a highway-heavy route, try to avoid typical rush hour windows to ensure you maintain that 58-minute duration. Since there are no required stops, you can easily power through the entire 45.6 miles in one go without needing to plan for long breaks. Keep your $8 fuel estimate in mind as you head out, and make sure your tank is prepped before merging onto the Garden State Parkway. Since the route is so efficient, focus on timing your exit from the highway system carefully to avoid local traffic as you arrive in Metuchen.
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 22.8 miles from Brick, NJ, or about 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37 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 45.6 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.8 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Metuchen, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brick, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 45.6 miles and 58m.
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 37 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.8 mi from Brick, NJ · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 45.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.8 miles from Brick, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Metuchen, NJ
The final approach into Metuchen, 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 Metuchen, 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
$7.55 one way
$15.09 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $8.26 | $16.51 |
| premium | $4.92 | $8.84 | $17.67 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.13 | $20.26 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.22
Garden State Parkway
(37 mi)
$2.22
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
$8
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.79 | $2.19 |
| Efficient EV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.99 | $1.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.38 | $2.92 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Metuchen, NJ
Night in Metuchen on Sunday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°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
26 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
58m 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 Metuchen, NJ covers 45.6 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, I 287, NJ 440. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.8 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 $7.55 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 is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 45.6 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 38.5 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Brick, NJ and Metuchen, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp North, Staten Island and Perth Amboy.
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