Origin
Brick, NJ
Late night in Brick on Monday
Local time
12:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brick, NJ to Wildwood, NJ
Drive Time
1h 51m
Distance
91.2 mi
147 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
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6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 8m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 46m
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 Wildwood is a straightforward 91.2-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 51 minutes. Because the route is concentrated within the Northeast, you will remain in the familiar landscape of New Jersey throughout the entire trip. This drive is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach the coast quickly without the need for an overnight stop. Budgeting approximately $15 for fuel should comfortably cover the costs for this highway-focused transit. It is a practical, efficient path for travelers looking to prioritize destination time over a long, winding road trip experience.
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
45.6 miles from Brick, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient transit, as 92% of your trip is spent on major highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the Garden State Parkway, which accounts for a substantial 82.4-mile stretch of the drive. The experience is defined by these fast-paced lanes, providing a consistent rhythm before you transition onto North Wildwood Boulevard and New Jersey Avenue for the final approach. Because the route is so highway-heavy, it offers a predictable and steady driving experience rather than a technical or varied terrain. You can anticipate a reliable, high-speed pace that gets you from point A to point B with minimal interruption.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 82.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and North Wildwood Boulevard. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 91.2 miles you will encounter 7 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 2.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
2.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit toward GSP Toll South: Toms River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward GSP Toll South: Toms River
7
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward GSP South: Toms River
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward GSP South: Toms River
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m 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 left / none lanes.
8
85.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6
Toward NJ 147: North Wildwood, Whitesboro
4
91.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Brick, NJ to Wildwood, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Whitesboro along the way.
Whitesboro
85.3 mi in
|
~1h 41m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 82.4 mi | 1h 35m |
| North Wildwood Boulevard | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| New Jersey Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| NJ 70 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Spruce Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Cedar Bridge Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Anglesea Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Brick Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 82.4 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brick, NJ and Wildwood, 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
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Cedar Bridge Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
5
Merge onto NJ 70
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
NJ 70
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward GSP Toll South: Toms River
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward GSP South: Toms River
Use the none lane.
8
Merge onto GSP
82 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 6
Toward NJ 147: North Wildwood, Whitesboro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto NJ 147
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
North Wildwood Boulevard
11
Continue on NJ 147; OD
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Spruce Avenue
12
Continue on NJ 147; OD
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Anglesea Drive
13
Continue on CR 621; OD
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
New Jersey Avenue
14
Turn right onto West Wildwood Avenue
142 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Wildwood Avenue
15
Turn left
38 ft
·
2 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule to avoid peak traffic hours. Plan to complete the entire 91.2-mile distance in one go, as there are no necessary stops required to finish the drive comfortably. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the Garden State Parkway, as this long stretch of highway can limit your immediate access to exits. Because the route is so direct, your best strategy is to maintain a steady pace once you hit the 82.4-mile parkway segment. Taking advantage of the quick duration allows you to maximize your time in Wildwood upon arrival.
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 45.6 miles from Brick, NJ, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.4 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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.6 miles or 55m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wildwood, 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 91.2 miles and 1h 51m.
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 82.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.6 mi from Brick, NJ · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.6 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.
Arriving in Wildwood, NJ
The final approach into Wildwood, 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 Wildwood, 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
$15.09 one way
$30.18 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $16.51 | $33.03 |
| premium | $4.92 | $17.67 | $35.35 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.26 | $40.52 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.94
Garden State Parkway
(82.4 mi)
$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
$15
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.58 | $4.38 |
| Efficient EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.98 | $3.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.5 | 0 | $12.77 | $5.84 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Wildwood, NJ
Late night in Wildwood on Monday
Local time
12:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°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 51m 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 Wildwood, NJ covers 91.2 miles and takes about 1h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, North Wildwood Boulevard, New Jersey Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.6 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 $15.09 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 91.2 miles you will encounter 7 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 2.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Brick, NJ to Wildwood, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Whitesboro along the way.
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