Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
48 mi
77 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
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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Middlebush, NJ
Jer Rey
This 48-mile drive from Brick, NJ to Middlebush, NJ takes approximately 1 hour and 4 minutes. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily navigate via NJ 18, NJ 34, and NJ 70. With a fuel cost estimated at $8, this is an economical journey. Given its short duration and the lack of required stops, you can easily complete this trip without needing an overnight stay. The route stays within the Northeast region, offering a consistent driving experience throughout.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 48 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m 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.
Expect an 88% highway share on this route, signaling a predominantly fast-paced drive. The majority of your journey will be on well-maintained highways, with the longest uninterrupted stretch spanning 22.2 miles on NJ 18. This highway-focused profile means you'll experience fewer traffic lights and more consistent speeds for extended periods. While not a particularly winding or technical drive, its efficiency is its key characteristic. The road generally maintains its highway feel, allowing for a predictable and smooth transit.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 18 and NJ 34. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6 miles in near NJ 35.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48 miles you will encounter 12 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 6 miles (NJ 35): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 8.7 miles (NJ 34): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 14.8 miles (NJ 34): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Merge onto NJ 35
Merge point - match speed before joining
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Brick, NJ to Middlebush, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward So Bound Brook along the way.
So Bound Brook
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 18 | 22.2 mi | 26m |
| NJ 34 | 11.3 mi | 14m |
| NJ 70 | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| Memorial Parkway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Hamilton Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Franklin Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| NJ 33 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Amwell Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Brick, NJ and Middlebush, 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
Continue on CR 617
Turn right onto CR 514
Continue on CR 514
Turn left onto Olcott Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24 mi from Brick, NJ · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24 miles from Brick, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Middlebush, 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
$7.96 one way
$15.92 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.72 | $17.43 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.31 | $18.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.60 | $21.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.20 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.72 | $3.07 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Evening in Brick on Thursday
Local time
6:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
Destination
Evening in Middlebush on Thursday
Local time
6:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°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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