Origin
Brick, NJ
Evening in Brick on Friday
Local time
7:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 43m
Distance
86.4 mi
139 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
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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Whitesboro, NJ
James Kampeis
Brick, NJ to Whitesboro, NJ is 86.4 miles and takes about 1h 43m via Garden State Parkway, NJ 70, and Shore Road, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically New Jersey, offering a straightforward drive between two points. Given its relatively short duration and highway focus, this route is ideal for a quick transfer or a day trip. Plan for a smooth journey that prioritizes reaching your destination efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43.2 miles from Brick, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 86.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 97% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll spend the bulk of your time on the Garden State Parkway, experiencing an uninterrupted stretch of 82.4 miles. Expect a profile that emphasizes speed and direct travel, minimizing time spent on slower, local roads. The transition from the Parkway to NJ 70 and then Shore Road will introduce slightly more varied driving as you approach your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and NJ 70. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 43m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.9 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward GSP Toll South: Toms River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Keep slight left at fork toward GSP South: Toms River
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Merge onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward NJ 147: North Wildwood, Whitesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto NJ 147 / North Wildwood Boulevard
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 82.4 mi | 1h 35m |
| NJ 70 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Shore Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Cedar Bridge Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Brick Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Wildwood Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Brick, NJ and Whitesboro, NJ.
Start on (631)
Turn slight right
Turn slight right onto CR 528
Take the ramp
Merge onto NJ 70
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto GSP
Take the exit
Turn left onto NJ 147
Turn left onto US 9
Arrive at destination
With a drive time under two hours and a low fuel cost of around $14, this route offers considerable flexibility. Leaving in the morning will allow you to arrive with plenty of time to spare, and you can easily complete this trip in a single day. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid potential rush hour congestion around the start of your journey. Since there are no designated stops in the data, pack snacks and drinks for the drive, especially for the longest stretch on the Garden State Parkway.
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.
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 19 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.2 miles or 52m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Whitesboro, NJ than in the middle of the route.
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 86.4 miles and 1h 43m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.2 mi from Brick, NJ · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 43.2 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 82.4 miles.
The final approach into Whitesboro, 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
$14.32 one way
$28.65 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $15.69 | $31.38 |
| premium | $4.93 | $16.76 | $33.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.08 | $38.15 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.94
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
$14
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.07 | $4.15 |
| Efficient EV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.56 | $3.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.6 | 0 | $12.10 | $5.53 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (67% 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 Friday
Local time
7:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Whitesboro on Friday
Local time
7:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
46°F
Bass River, NJ
43 mi in
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
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
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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