Origin
Florham Park, NJ
Night in Florham Park on Thursday
Local time
11:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Florham Park, NJ to Somerset, NJ
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
47m
Distance
34 mi
55 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 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
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.
Florham Park, NJ
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Somerset, NJ
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 34-mile drive from Florham Park, NJ, to Somerset, NJ, takes approximately 47 minutes and is perfect for a single-day trip. With a modest fuel cost of around $6, it's an economical option for getting between these two New Jersey locations. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it a quick and efficient journey through the Northeast region. You'll spend most of your time on I-287, so expect a consistent driving experience. This is an easy drive to fit into any schedule, whether you're heading out for a day trip or just need to cover a short distance.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 34 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 (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect an 83% highway-focused experience on this route, meaning you'll be on well-maintained, high-speed roads for the majority of your travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 25.1 miles, which occurs on I-287, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. You'll navigate using I-287, Columbia Turnpike, and East Avenue, with the latter two providing a slight shift in scenery as you approach your destination. While not a winding scenic route, it's designed for efficient travel, getting you from point A to point B without much fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 287 is the longest continuous segment at about 25.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 287 and Columbia Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 510 / Columbia Turnpike.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 34 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 47m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 510 / Columbia Turnpike): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (Normandy Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.7 miles (I 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 510 / Columbia Turnpike
Turn right onto CR 510 / Columbia Turnpike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
3.2 mi into trip
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~5m in
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Normandy Parkway
Turn left onto Normandy Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
19.7 mi into trip
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~26m in
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I 287
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
29.9 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward CR 527: Easton Avenue, South Bound Brook, New Brunswick
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 10
Toward CR 527: Easton Avenue, South Bound Brook...
5
33.3 mi into trip
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~44m in
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Winston Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Winston Drive
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Florham Park, NJ and Somerset, NJ, road signs point toward Bound Brook and New Brunswick.
Bound Brook
29.9 mi in
|
~37m
New Brunswick
29.9 mi in
|
~37m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 287 | 25.1 mi | 29m |
| Columbia Turnpike | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Easton Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Madison Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Normandy Parkway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Columbia Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Foxwood Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Winston Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 287
— 25.1 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florham Park, NJ and Somerset, NJ.
1
Start on this road
107 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto CR 609
133 ft
·
6 sec
·
Hanover Road
3
Turn right onto CR 510
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Columbia Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on CR 510
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Columbia Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto Normandy Parkway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Normandy Parkway
Use the left lane.
6
Turn slight right
363 ft
·
15 sec
7
Turn straight onto NJ 124
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Madison Avenue
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 287 South
9
Merge onto I 287
15 mi
·
17 min
·
I 287
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287
10 mi
·
11 min
·
I 287
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 10
Toward CR 527: Easton Avenue, South Bound Brook, New Brunswick
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto CR 527
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Easton Avenue
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn straight
271 ft
·
10 sec
14
Turn right onto Foxwood Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Foxwood Drive
15
At end of road, turn left onto Winston Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Winston Drive
16
Turn right onto Kingsbridge Road
407 ft
·
21 sec
·
Kingsbridge Road
17
Turn left onto Indiana Road
418 ft
·
20 sec
·
Indiana Road
18
Turn right onto Concord Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Concord Drive
19
At end of road, turn left onto Abbott Road
71 ft
·
5 sec
·
Abbott Road
20
Turn right onto West Point Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
West Point Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
West Point Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17 mi from Florham Park, NJ · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17 miles from Florham Park, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Somerset, NJ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Somerset, 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
$5.64 one way
$11.27 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.17 | $12.35 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.59 | $13.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.51 | $15.01 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.18
Columbia Turnpike
(2.6 mi)
$0.18
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$0
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.57 | $1.63 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.97 | $1.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.76 | $2.18 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Somerset, NJ
Night in Somerset on Thursday
Local time
11:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Bedminster, NJ
17 mi in
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
8 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
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 Florham Park, NJ to Somerset, NJ covers 34 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 287, Columbia Turnpike, Easton Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17 miles from Florham Park, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.64 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 short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 34 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 47m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 510 / Columbia Turnpike): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (Normandy Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.7 miles (I 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Florham Park, NJ and Somerset, NJ, road signs point toward Bound Brook and New Brunswick.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Morristown National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.
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