Origin
Jefferson, NJ
Evening in Jefferson on Friday
Local time
5:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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 42m
Distance
68.3 mi
110 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jefferson, NJ
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Brick, NJ
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Jefferson, NJ to Brick, NJ is 68.3 miles and takes about 1h 42m via NJ 70, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically traversing New Jersey for its entirety. It offers a mixed drive experience, meaning you'll encounter a variety of road types rather than a single, monotonous highway. With a recommended one-day duration and a modest fuel cost, this route is a practical option for a straightforward journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.1 miles from Jefferson, 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 42m. Total distance: 68.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This drive features a mixed profile, with about 60% of the journey on highways. You'll be traveling primarily on NJ 70 and Marlton Pike, encountering stretches that feel more like local roads interspersed with faster-paced sections. The longest uninterrupted drive is about 20 miles on NJ 70, offering a solid segment of consistent travel before you might encounter more varied traffic or intersections. Expect the road to change character as you progress, moving from more suburban settings to areas closer to the coast.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.3 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.3 miles you will encounter 16 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 18.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.7 miles (NJ 70 / Marlton Pike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.9 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward NJ 70 East: Marlton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 70 / Marlton Pike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 East: Lakehurst, Long Beach Island
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 East: Joint Base MDL Lakehurst, Toms River, Brick
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 70 / Lakehurst Circle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Jefferson, NJ and Brick, NJ, road signs point toward Long Beach Island and Toms River.
Long Beach Island
Toms River
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 70 | 20 mi | 29m |
| Marlton Pike | 13.2 mi | 20m |
| NJ 70 East | 11.1 mi | 15m |
| I 295 | 9.7 mi | 12m |
| Lakehurst Circle | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Bridgeton Pike | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Mantua Pike | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| South Broad Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Jefferson, NJ and Brick, NJ.
Start on NJ 45
Continue on NJ 45
Continue on NJ 45; CR 551
Turn right onto Edith Avenue
Turn left onto Washington Avenue
Continue on CR 551
At end of road, turn left onto CR 551
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 295
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ 70
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
Continue on NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 East
Continue on NJ 70 East
Continue on NJ 70; CR 530
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
Continue on NJ 70
Continue on NJ 70
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 70
Continue on NJ 70
At end of road, turn sharp right onto CR 631
Arrive at destination
Given the relatively short drive time of just over an hour and a half, this trip is easily completed in a single day. You can afford to leave mid-morning and still arrive with plenty of daylight. While there are no specific stops recommended in the data, the 68.3-mile journey is short enough that you likely won't need extensive breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $11, and plan your refueling accordingly, especially if you plan to explore upon arrival in Brick, NJ.
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 15 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.1 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brick, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Jefferson, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Jefferson, NJ
This is one driving day of about 68.3 miles and 1h 42m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.1 mi from Jefferson, NJ · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 34.1 miles from Jefferson, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$11.32 one way
$22.65 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.40 | $24.80 |
| premium | $4.93 | $13.25 | $26.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.08 | $30.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.17 | $3.28 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.98 | $2.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.56 | $4.37 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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 Jefferson on Friday
Local time
5:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Brick on Friday
Local time
5:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Cloudy
47°F
Bristol, PA
34 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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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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