Origin
Brick, NJ
Night in Brick on Sunday
Local time
9:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brick, NJ to Secaucus, NJ
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
64.6 mi
104 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brick, NJ
Garrison Gao
Trip Overview
Traveling from Brick to Secaucus is a straightforward 64.6-mile journey through the Northeast corridor of New Jersey. You can easily complete this drive in about 1 hour and 23 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Your route relies heavily on major arteries, specifically the Garden State Parkway and the New Jersey Turnpike. Budget approximately $11 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Since both the start and end points are located within the same state, you can expect a consistent regional feel throughout the transit. This is a practical, efficient route for those needing to move between the Jersey Shore area and the northern part of the state.
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
32.3 miles from Brick, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed, highway-focused experience as 91% of your journey takes place on major thoroughfares. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the Garden State Parkway, which features the route's longest uninterrupted stretch of 38.5 miles. As you transition onto the New Jersey Turnpike and its Eastern Spur, the driving environment remains fast-paced and industrial in nature. There are no mandatory stops required for this relatively short duration, allowing you to maintain a steady rhythm behind the wheel. The road personality is strictly functional, prioritizing speed and direct access over leisurely scenic transitions.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 38.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and New Jersey Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 41.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 64.6 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 41.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.9 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
41.2 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Trenton
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 129
Toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Trenton
6
42.4 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
6
56.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
63.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North, NJ 3: Cash Users, Secaucus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North, NJ 3: Cash Users, Secaucus
8
63.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 3: Secaucus, Park and Ride
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 3: Secaucus, Park and Ride
Towns Along This Route
Between Brick, NJ and Secaucus, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New York City, Trenton and Njtp North: New York City.
Njtp: New York City
41.2 mi in
|
~50m
Trenton
41.2 mi in
|
~50m
Njtp North: New York City
42.2 mi in
|
~52m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 38.5 mi | 46m |
| New Jersey Turnpike | 14 mi | 17m |
| New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur | 6.3 mi | 8m |
| Cedar Bridge Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Paterson Plank Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Brick Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Wilson Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 38.5 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brick, NJ and Secaucus, 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
25 mi
·
30 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 129
Toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
10
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
11
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
this road
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
13
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
14 mi
·
17 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the none lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 95
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur
Exit 18E
Toward I 95 North, NJ 3: George Washington Bridge
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 95 North, NJ 3: Cash Users, Secaucus
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Toward NJ 3: Secaucus, Park and Ride
Use the slight right lane.
18
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
this road
19
Turn left onto Paterson Plank Road
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Paterson Plank Road
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto Wilson Avenue
57 ft
·
2 sec
·
Wilson Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
Wilson Avenue
Trip Plan
To ensure the smoothest travel experience, plan your departure around local traffic patterns, as the New Jersey Turnpike can become congested during peak commute hours. Since this is a quick 1-hour and 23-minute trip, you have the flexibility to head out whenever your schedule permits without worrying about mid-trip rest stops. Keep your transponder ready for toll payments, as the Garden State Parkway and Turnpike are toll-heavy roads. Because the route is quite short, you won't need to worry about mid-trip refueling; just make sure you have enough gas to cover the $11 estimated cost before you leave Brick. Use the Eastern Spur of the Turnpike to bypass potential bottlenecks closer to the city as you near Secaucus.
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 32.3 miles from Brick, NJ, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.5 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 64.6 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.3 miles or 39m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Secaucus, 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 64.6 miles and 1h 23m.
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 38.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.3 mi from Brick, NJ · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 64.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.3 miles from Brick, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Secaucus, NJ
The final approach into Secaucus, 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 Secaucus, 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
$10.69 one way
$21.38 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $11.70 | $23.39 |
| premium | $4.92 | $12.52 | $25.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.35 | $28.70 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.16
New Jersey Turnpike
(20.3 mi)
$2.85
Garden State Parkway
(38.5 mi)
$2.31
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
$11
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.78 | $3.10 |
| Efficient EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.65 | $2.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.04 | $4.13 |
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
Secaucus, NJ
Night in Secaucus on Sunday
Local time
9:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
5 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 23m 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 Secaucus, NJ covers 64.6 miles and takes about 1h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, New Jersey Turnpike, New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.3 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 $10.69 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 12 significant decision points across 64.6 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 41.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.9 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Brick, NJ and Secaucus, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New York City, Trenton and Njtp North: New York City.
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