Origin
Heathcote, NJ
Morning in Heathcote on Friday
Local time
11:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Heathcote, NJ to Brick, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
38.3 mi
62 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Heathcote, NJ
Alexa V. Mato
Brick, NJ
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Trip Overview
Heathcote to Brick is 38.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 3 minutes via US Highway 9, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Jersey, connecting two locations in the Northeast region. Expect a mixed drive, meaning you'll encounter different types of roads rather than a single, consistent experience. It's a straightforward journey, ideal for a single-day excursion when you want to get from point A to point B without much fuss. Consider this drive when you need a direct connection with minimal planning required.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 38.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (38%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed profile, with 38% of the journey on highways. You'll navigate through a combination of road types, including stretches on US Highway 9, Buckelew Avenue, and Promenade Boulevard. The longest continuous section without needing to turn is 11.7 miles, primarily on US Highway 9. This suggests a drive that transitions between more open, potentially faster-paced highway segments and possibly more built-up or local road sections as you approach your destination. Be prepared for variations in speed and traffic conditions.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 9 is the longest continuous segment at about 11.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 6.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 19.8 miles (US 9 / US Highway 9): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
6
6.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward NJ 32 East: New Jersey Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 32 East: New Jersey Turnpike
5
6.6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
19.8 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
US 9 / US Highway 9
Merge onto US 9 / US Highway 9
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
33 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
NJ 88 / Main Street
Turn left onto NJ 88 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
33.1 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
South Clifton Avenue
Turn right onto South Clifton Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 9 | 11.7 mi | 17m |
| Buckelew Avenue | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Promenade Boulevard | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Cedar Bridge Avenue | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Forsgate Drive | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| US 130 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Englishtown-Freehold Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Tennent Avenue | 1.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 9
— 11.7 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Heathcote, NJ and Brick, NJ.
1
Start on Princeton Gate Boulevard
247 ft
·
10 sec
·
Princeton Gate Boulevard
2
Turn left onto CR 522
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Promenade Boulevard
3
Turn right onto US 130; CR 522
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 130; CR 522
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Toward NJ 32 East: New Jersey Turnpike
Use the slight right lane.
5
Turn left
293 ft
·
14 sec
6
Continue on this road
340 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
Toward NJ 32 East: Jamesburg
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Continue on NJ 32
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Forsgate Drive
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto CR 522; CR 612
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Buckelew Avenue
9
Continue on CR 522
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Wood Avenue
10
Continue on CR 522
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Water Street
11
Turn right onto CR 522; CR 527
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Main Street
12
Turn left onto CR 522
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Tennent Avenue
13
Continue on CR 522
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Englishtown-Freehold Road
14
Continue on CR 522
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Englishtown Road
15
Continue on CR 522
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Freehold-Englishtown Road
16
Turn left
511 ft
·
8 sec
17
Merge onto US 9
12 mi
·
17 min
·
US Highway 9
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on US 9
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Madison Avenue
19
Turn left onto NJ 88
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto South Clifton Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Clifton Avenue
Use the right lane.
21
Continue on CR 528
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Cedar Bridge Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
22
Turn left onto NJ 70
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
NJ 70
23
At end of road, turn sharp right onto CR 631
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Brick Boulevard
24
Arrive at destination
(631)
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.2 mi from Heathcote, NJ · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.2 miles from Heathcote, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.35 one way
$12.70 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.95 | $13.91 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.43 | $14.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.46 | $16.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
| Efficient EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.35 | $1.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.36 | $2.45 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Morning in Brick on Friday
Local time
11:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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 3m 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 Heathcote, NJ to Brick, NJ covers 38.3 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 9, Buckelew Avenue, Promenade Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.2 miles from Heathcote, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.35 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 38.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 6.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 19.8 miles (US 9 / US Highway 9): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Heathcote, NJ to Brick, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Morristown National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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