Origin
Brick, NJ
Afternoon in Brick on Thursday
Local time
4:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brick, NJ to Oakland, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 47m
Distance
80.7 mi
130 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 40m
★
6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 3m
10 AM
1h 53m
12 PM
1h 51m
3 PM
1h 54m
5 PM
2h 3m
8 PM
1h 43m
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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Oakland, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Brick, NJ to Oakland, NJ covers 80.7 miles and takes about 1h 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Garden State Parkway, NJ 23, US 46 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 63.4 miles on Garden State Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.38 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.4 miles from Brick, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 47m. Total distance: 80.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 47m highway drive covering 80.7 miles, with most of the trip on Garden State Parkway and NJ 23. The longest continuous stretch is about 63.4 miles on Garden State Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 63.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and NJ 23. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in near GSP / Garden State Parkway.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 80.7 miles you will encounter 11 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 2.3 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 66.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 66.9 miles (NJ 3 / State Route 3): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m 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 right lanes.
7
66.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward NJ 3 West: Wayne
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 153B
Toward NJ 3 West: Wayne
5
66.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
NJ 3 / State Route 3
Merge onto NJ 3 / State Route 3
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
71.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward I 80 West, NJ 23 North: Delaware Water Gap, Butler
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80 West, NJ 23 North: Delaware Water G...
5
71.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
|
NJ 23
Merge onto NJ 23
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Brick, NJ to Oakland, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Butler along the way.
Butler
71.4 mi in
|
~1h 32m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 63.4 mi | 1h 20m |
| NJ 23 | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| US 46 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Black Oak Ridge Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Terhune Drive | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Cedar Bridge Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| State Route 3 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 63.4 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brick, NJ and Oakland, 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 straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
7
Continue on GSP
50 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 153B
Toward NJ 3 West: Wayne
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto NJ 3
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto US 46
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 46
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 80 West, NJ 23 North: Delaware Water Gap, Butler
12
Merge onto NJ 23
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 23
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Black Oak Ridge Road
14
At end of road, turn left onto US 202
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Black Oak Ridge Road
15
Turn left onto US 202
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike
Use the left / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto US 202
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Terhune Drive
17
Continue on US 202
348 ft
·
5 sec
·
Ramapo Valley Road
18
Arrive at destination
US 202
Trip Plan
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 40.4 miles from Brick, NJ, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.4 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 18 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.4 miles or 51m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oakland, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brick, NJ
This is one driving day of about 80.7 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Brick, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Garden State Parkway for about 63.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.4 mi from Brick, NJ · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.4 miles from Brick, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Garden State Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.4 miles.
Arriving in Oakland, NJ
The final approach into Oakland, 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
$13.38 one way
$26.76 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $14.65 | $29.31 |
| premium | $4.93 | $15.65 | $31.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.82 | $35.64 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.86
Garden State Parkway
(63.4 mi)
$3.81
Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike
(0.8 mi)
$0.05
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
$13
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.47 | $3.87 |
| Efficient EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.06 | $3.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.30 | $5.16 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Destination
Oakland, NJ
Afternoon in Oakland on Thursday
Local time
4:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 47m 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 Oakland, NJ covers 80.7 miles and takes about 1h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, NJ 23, US 46. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.4 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 $13.38 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 80.7 miles you will encounter 11 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 2.3 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 66.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 66.9 miles (NJ 3 / State Route 3): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Brick, NJ to Oakland, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Butler along the way.
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