Origin
Middlesex, NJ
Evening in Middlesex on Thursday
Local time
7:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Middlesex, NJ to Brick, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
48.4 mi
78 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Middlesex, NJ
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Brick, NJ
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 48.4-mile drive from Middlesex, NJ, to Brick, NJ, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 4 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $8, it's a budget-friendly excursion. The route primarily utilizes State Route 18, NJ 34, and Hoes Lane, offering a highway-focused experience. Since you're staying within the Northeast region and within New Jersey, you won't encounter significant changes in scenery or culture. This journey is well-suited for a single day, allowing for a relaxed pace and no need to break it up with an overnight stay.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 48.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect an 81% highway-focused drive on this route. You'll spend a good portion of your time on the faster roads, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being 22 miles along State Route 18. While primarily highway, the inclusion of roads like NJ 34 and Hoes Lane suggests you might encounter some stretches with local traffic or intersections, providing a slight variation from pure interstate travel. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, designed to get you between these two New Jersey points with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 18 is the longest continuous segment at about 22 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
154 ft
15 ft
Total Climb
303 ft
Total Descent
339 ft
Highest Point
154 ft
~13.8 mi in
Elevation Range
139 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 18 and NJ 34. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 607 / Lincoln Boulevard.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 48.4 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (CR 607 / Lincoln Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (NJ 18 / Centennial Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (NJ 18 / Old New Brunswick Road): 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.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 607 / Lincoln Boulevard
Turn left onto CR 607 / Lincoln Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
2.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
NJ 18 / Centennial Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 18 / Centennial Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
NJ 18 / Old New Brunswick Road
Turn right onto NJ 18 / Old New Brunswick Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
30.5 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward NJ 34 South: Point Pleasant
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 19B
Toward NJ 34 South: Point Pleasant
5
48.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
CR 631 / Brick Boulevard
Turn left onto CR 631 / Brick Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 18 | 22 mi | 28m |
| NJ 34 | 12.1 mi | 15m |
| Hoes Lane | 6 mi | 7m |
| NJ 70 | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| Possumtown Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Lincoln Boulevard | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Centennial Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Brick Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 18
— 22 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middlesex, NJ and Brick, NJ.
1
Start on Mountain Avenue
64 ft
·
8 sec
·
Mountain Avenue
2
Turn left onto CR 607
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Lincoln Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto Cedar Avenue
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
4
Continue on Possumtown Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Possumtown Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 18
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Centennial Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto NJ 18
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Old New Brunswick Road
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on NJ 18
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Hoes Lane
8
Continue on NJ 18; CR 527
22 mi
·
28 min
·
State Route 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19B
Toward NJ 34 South: Point Pleasant
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto NJ 34
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 34
11
Take the ramp onto NJ 34
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 34
12
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
219 ft
·
3 sec
·
NJ 34
13
Continue on NJ 34
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 34
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
228 ft
·
2 sec
·
NJ 34
15
Continue on NJ 34
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 34
16
Turn right onto NJ 35
162 ft
·
2 sec
·
NJ 35
17
Continue on NJ 70
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
NJ 70
18
Turn left onto CR 631
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Brick Boulevard
Use the left lane.
19
Arrive at destination
(631)
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.2 mi from Middlesex, NJ · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.2 miles from Middlesex, 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
$8.02 one way
$16.05 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.79 | $17.58 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.39 | $18.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.69 | $21.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
| Efficient EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.23 | $1.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.78 | $3.10 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Evening in Brick on Thursday
Local time
7:58 PM
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
16 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 4m 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 Middlesex, NJ to Brick, NJ covers 48.4 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 18, NJ 34, Hoes Lane. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.2 miles from Middlesex, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.02 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 48.4 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (CR 607 / Lincoln Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (NJ 18 / Centennial Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (NJ 18 / Old New Brunswick Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Middlesex, NJ to Brick, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 15 ft to 154 ft elevation with about 303 ft of total climbing.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Morristown National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.
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