Origin
Elwood, NJ
Late night in Elwood on Monday
Local time
12:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elwood, NJ to Brick, NJ
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
56.9 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elwood, NJ
Garrison Gao
Brick, NJ
Garrison Gao
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Elwood to Brick, expect a straightforward 56.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is efficient enough that you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, it is an economical route for a quick change of scenery within New Jersey. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major thoroughfares, making this a practical choice for those who prefer a direct path. Whether you are heading out for business or a brief getaway, this drive offers a reliable connection across the Northeast region.
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
28.4 miles from Elwood, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 56.9-mile route is heavily highway-focused, with about 82% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will navigate a mix of local routes like CR 542 and Elwood-Weekstown Road before transitioning onto the Garden State Parkway. Be prepared for a sustained pace, as your longest uninterrupted stretch is a 36.5-mile run on the Parkway. The transition from smaller local roads to the major highway system defines the character of the drive, shifting from rural-feeling surface streets to a more fast-paced, multi-lane environment. It is a functional drive designed for steady progress rather than winding, technical maneuvers.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 36.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and CR 542. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.3 miles in near CR 563 / Green Bank Road.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 56.9 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 6.3 miles (CR 563 / Green Bank Road): Navigation decision point; at 17.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.8 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
6.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
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CR 563 / Green Bank Road
Turn left onto CR 563 / Green Bank Road
Navigation decision point
5
17.8 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the ramp toward GSP Toll North
Navigation decision point
Toward GSP Toll North
6
18.8 mi into trip
|
~29m in
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GSP / Garden State Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
54.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward NJ 70, CR 528: Brick, Lakewood
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 89A-B
Toward NJ 70, CR 528: Brick, Lakewood
9
54.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 70: Brick, Point Pleasant
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 89A
Toward NJ 70: Brick, Point Pleasant
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Elwood, NJ to Brick, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Gsp Toll North along the way.
Gsp Toll North
17.8 mi in
|
~27m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 36.5 mi | 42m |
| CR 542 | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| Elwood-Weekstown Road | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Weekstown Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Green Bank Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| NJ 70 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| US 9 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Elwood Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 36.5 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elwood, NJ and Brick, NJ.
1
Start on CR 623
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Elwood Road
2
Turn slight right onto CR 612
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Weekstown Road
3
Continue on CR 612
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Elwood-Weekstown Road
4
Continue on CR 612
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
·
Weekstown Road
5
Continue on CR 643
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Pleasant Mills Road
6
Turn left onto CR 563
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Green Bank Road
7
Turn slight right onto CR 542; CR 563
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
CR 542; CR 563
8
Merge onto US 9
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US 9
9
Turn left onto CR 654
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Greenbush Road
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward GSP Toll North
11
Merge onto GSP
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
·
Garden State Parkway
12
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP
36 mi
·
42 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 89A-B
Toward NJ 70, CR 528: Brick, Lakewood
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 89A
Toward NJ 70: Brick, Point Pleasant
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto NJ 70
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
NJ 70
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
16
At end of road, turn sharp right onto CR 631
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Brick Boulevard
17
Arrive at destination
(631)
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though it is always wise to check for typical rush-hour traffic on the Garden State Parkway. Because the drive is only 1 hour and 15 minutes, you likely will not need to plan for any formal stops along the way. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will hover around $9, so topping off your tank before you leave Elwood ensures you won't have to worry about finding a station while in transit. Use the initial leg on CR 542 and Elwood-Weekstown Road to get comfortable before merging onto the faster highway portions. Staying alert during that 36.5-mile Parkway stretch will help you navigate the transition into Brick smoothly.
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 28.4 miles from Elwood, NJ, or about 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.5 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 56.9 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.4 miles or 40m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brick, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Elwood, 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 Elwood, NJ
This is one driving day of about 56.9 miles and 1h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Elwood, 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 36.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.4 mi from Elwood, NJ · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 56.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.4 miles from Elwood, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brick, NJ
The final approach into Brick, 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 Brick, 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
$9.42 one way
$18.83 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $10.30 | $20.60 |
| premium | $4.92 | $11.03 | $22.05 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.64 | $25.28 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.19
Garden State Parkway
(36.5 mi)
$2.19
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
$9
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.97 | $2.73 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.98 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.97 | $3.64 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Brick, NJ
Late night in Brick on Monday
Local time
12:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
27 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 15m 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 Elwood, NJ to Brick, NJ covers 56.9 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, CR 542, Elwood-Weekstown Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.4 miles from Elwood, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.42 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 10 significant decision points across 56.9 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 6.3 miles (CR 563 / Green Bank Road): Navigation decision point; at 17.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.8 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Elwood, NJ to Brick, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Gsp Toll North along the way.
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