Origin
Middletown, NJ
Late night in Middletown on Monday
Local time
12:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Middletown, NJ to Brigantine, NJ
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
89.7 mi
144 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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 50m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Middletown, NJ
Alexa V. Mato
Brigantine, NJ
James Kampeis
Trip Overview
If you are looking to trade the suburban landscape of Middletown for the coastal atmosphere of Brigantine, this 89.7-mile journey is a straightforward trek across the Northeast. Expect the drive to take approximately 1 hour and 58 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via the Garden State Parkway, supplemented by Middletown Lincroft Road and Absecon Boulevard. Budgeting around $15 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. Because the trip is relatively short, you can easily handle the transit without needing an overnight stay, allowing you to maximize your time once you reach the shore.
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
44.9 miles from Middletown, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 78% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a consistent rhythm during the longest stretch, which spans 69.8 miles along the Garden State Parkway. While the initial leg involves local transit on Middletown Lincroft Road, the experience quickly shifts to a standard interstate pace. Expect a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes speed over winding backroads. Once you transition onto Absecon Boulevard toward the end, the character of the road changes to accommodate your final approach into the Brigantine area.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 69.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and Absecon Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6.1 miles in near GSP / Garden State Parkway.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 58m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.1 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 75.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
6.1 mi into trip
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~10m in
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GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
75.9 mi into trip
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~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward US 30 East: Absecon, Atlantic City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 40
Toward US 30 East: Absecon, Atlantic City
4
84.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
Take the exit toward Acua Wind Farm
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Acua Wind Farm
4
84.6 mi into trip
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~1h 47m in
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North Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Turn left onto North Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Navigation decision point
6
89.7 mi into trip
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~1h 58m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Along This Route
Between Middletown, NJ and Brigantine, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll South, Atlantic City and Acua Wind Farm.
Gsp Toll South
5.8 mi in
|
~10m
Atlantic City
75.9 mi in
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~1h 32m
Acua Wind Farm
84.4 mi in
|
~1h 47m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 69.8 mi | 1h 21m |
| Absecon Boulevard | 7 mi | 11m |
| Middletown Lincroft Road | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| Brigantine Boulevard | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| West Brigantine Avenue | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| White Horse Pike | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Newman Springs Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Huron Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 69.8 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middletown, NJ and Brigantine, NJ.
1
Start on CR 50
35 ft
·
7 sec
·
Kings Highway
2
Turn left onto CR 50
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Church Street
3
Continue on CR 50
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Middletown Lincroft Road
4
Turn left onto CR 520
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Newman Springs Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward GSP Toll South
6
Merge onto GSP
70 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 40
Toward US 30 East: Absecon, Atlantic City
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto US 30
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
White Horse Pike
9
Continue on US 30
6.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Absecon Boulevard
10
Take the exit
187 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Acua Wind Farm
11
Continue on Absecon Boulevard
522 ft
·
15 sec
·
Absecon Boulevard
12
Turn left onto North Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
151 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
13
Continue on NJ 87
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Huron Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto NJ 87
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Brigantine Boulevard
Use the left lane.
15
Enter roundabout onto CR 638
122 ft
·
4 sec
·
Atlantic Brigantine Boulevard
16
Continue on CR 638
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Atlantic Brigantine Boulevard
17
Continue on CR 638
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West Brigantine Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn left onto South Roosevelt Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Roosevelt Boulevard
19
Enter roundabout
190 ft
·
6 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this two-hour drive, try to time your departure to avoid peak commuting congestion on the Garden State Parkway. Since you have no mandatory stops scheduled, you have the flexibility to power through the entire 89.7-mile distance in one go or pull off for a quick break if needed. Keep a close watch on your fuel gauge before merging onto the Parkway to avoid unnecessary detours for gas. Given the efficiency of this route, you have the luxury of arriving in Brigantine with plenty of energy left for your day. Remember that your transit is largely dependent on the flow of the Parkway, so checking for traffic updates before you leave Middletown is a smart way to ensure a smooth 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 44.9 miles from Middletown, NJ, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.8 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 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.9 miles or 56m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brigantine, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Middletown, 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 Middletown, NJ
This is one driving day of about 89.7 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Middletown, 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 69.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.9 mi from Middletown, NJ · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 44.9 miles from Middletown, 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 69.8 miles.
Arriving in Brigantine, NJ
The final approach into Brigantine, 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 Brigantine, 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
$14.84 one way
$29.69 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $16.24 | $32.48 |
| premium | $4.92 | $17.38 | $34.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.93 | $39.86 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.19
Garden State Parkway
(69.8 mi)
$4.19
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
$15
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.42 | $4.31 |
| Efficient EV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.85 | $3.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.9 | 0 | $12.56 | $5.74 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Brigantine, NJ
Late night in Brigantine on Monday
Local time
12:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
1 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 58m 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 Middletown, NJ to Brigantine, NJ covers 89.7 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, Absecon Boulevard, Middletown Lincroft 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 44.9 miles from Middletown, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.84 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 straightforward 1h 58m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.1 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 75.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Between Middletown, NJ and Brigantine, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll South, Atlantic City and Acua Wind Farm.
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