Origin
South River, NJ
Morning in South River on Friday
Local time
10:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South River, 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
47m
Distance
36.9 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South River, NJ
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Brick, NJ
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Trip Overview
This 36.9-mile drive from South River, NJ to Brick, NJ is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 47 minutes. Given its short duration and the fact that both locations are within New Jersey, this route is ideal as a single-day excursion. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $6, making it an economical option. You'll spend most of your time on major state routes, with 95% of the journey on highways. This route is perfect for a quick hop between destinations within the Northeast region without the need for an overnight stay.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 36.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a largely highway-focused experience on this drive, with 95% of the route utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 17.8 miles along State Route 18, offering a consistent pace. You'll navigate primarily via State Route 18, NJ 34, and NJ 70. This profile suggests a drive characterized by efficient travel and minimal local road detours, allowing you to cover ground quickly. It's a route designed for getting from point A to point B with ease.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 17.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 18 and NJ 34. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near NJ 18 / State Route 18.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 47m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (NJ 18 / State Route 18): Lane positioning matters here; at 19 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.6 miles (NJ 34): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
NJ 18 / State Route 18
At end of road, turn right onto NJ 18 / State Route 18
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
19 mi into trip
|
~23m 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
4
23.6 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
NJ 34
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
28.7 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
NJ 34
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
36.6 mi into trip
|
~46m 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 | 17.8 mi | 21m |
| NJ 34 | 12.1 mi | 15m |
| NJ 70 | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| Cranbury Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Brick Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Watson Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| NJ 35 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 18
— 17.8 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South River, NJ and Brick, NJ.
1
Start on CR 535
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Main Street
2
Continue on CR 535
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Cranbury Road
3
Continue on CR 535
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Cranbury Road
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on Watson Street
435 ft
·
9 sec
·
Watson Street
5
At end of road, turn right onto NJ 18
18 mi
·
21 min
·
State Route 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19B
Toward NJ 34 South: Point Pleasant
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn straight onto NJ 34
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 34
8
Take the ramp onto NJ 34
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 34
9
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
219 ft
·
3 sec
·
NJ 34
10
Continue on NJ 34
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 34
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
228 ft
·
2 sec
·
NJ 34
12
Continue on NJ 34
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 34
13
Turn right onto NJ 35
162 ft
·
2 sec
·
NJ 35
14
Continue on NJ 70
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
NJ 70
15
Turn left onto CR 631
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Brick Boulevard
Use the left lane.
16
Arrive at destination
(631)
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.4 mi from South River, NJ · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.4 miles from South River, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brick, NJ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Brick, NJ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.12 one way
$12.24 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.70 | $13.40 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.16 | $14.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.15 | $16.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 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 | 11.1 | 0 | $3.87 | $1.77 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.23 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
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
10:58 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
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
47m 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 South River, NJ to Brick, NJ covers 36.9 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 18, NJ 34, NJ 70. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.4 miles from South River, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.12 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 47m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (NJ 18 / State Route 18): Lane positioning matters here; at 19 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.6 miles (NJ 34): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from South River, NJ to Brick, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Morristown National Historical Park, Gateway National Recreation Area and Thomas Edison National Historical Park.
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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