Origin
Oxford, NJ
Afternoon in Oxford on Saturday
Local time
2:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oxford, NJ to Somerset, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
42.2 mi
68 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oxford, NJ
Phil Evenden
Somerset, NJ
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Trip Overview
Oxford, NJ to Somerset, NJ is 42.2 miles and takes about 59 minutes via NJ 31 and I 287, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused trip entirely within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its short duration, it's an ideal route for a quick transit or a segment of a longer journey. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained highways, making it a predictable and efficient drive. Plan for a smooth and uncomplicated experience from start to finish.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 31 | 14.5 mi | 22m |
| Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway | 12.2 mi | 14m |
| I 287 | 9.9 mi | 11m |
| Easton Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Foxwood Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Ramp to I-287 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| ramp to I-78/US 22 East | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Winston Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 31
— 14.5 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oxford, NJ and Somerset, NJ.
1
Start on NJ 31
14 mi
·
22 min
·
NJ 31
2
Take the exit onto ramp to I-78/US 22 East
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
ramp to I-78/US 22 East
Toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Newark
3
Merge onto I 78; US 22
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
4
Take the exit onto Ramp to I-287
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Ramp to I-287
Exit 29
Toward I 287: Morristown, Somerville
Use the slight right lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 287 South: Somerville
6
Merge onto I 287
9.9 mi
·
11 min
·
I 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
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.
8
Turn straight onto CR 527
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Easton Avenue
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn straight
271 ft
·
10 sec
10
Turn right onto Foxwood Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Foxwood Drive
11
At end of road, turn left onto Winston Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Winston Drive
12
Turn right onto Kingsbridge Road
407 ft
·
21 sec
·
Kingsbridge Road
13
Turn left onto Indiana Road
418 ft
·
20 sec
·
Indiana Road
14
Turn right onto Concord Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Concord Drive
15
At end of road, turn left onto Abbott Road
71 ft
·
5 sec
·
Abbott Road
16
Turn right onto West Point Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
West Point Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
West Point Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.1 miles from Oxford, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 14.5 and 38.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
14.5 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
ramp to I-78/US 22 East
Take the exit onto ramp to I-78/US 22 East toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Newark
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Newark
8
26.9 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
Ramp to I-287
Take the exit onto Ramp to I-287 toward I 287: Morristown, Somerville
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 29
Toward I 287: Morristown, Somerville
5
27.4 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 287 South: Somerville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 287 South: Somerville
5
28.2 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
I 287
Merge onto I 287
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
38.1 mi into trip
|
~49m 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.00 one way
$13.99 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.66 | $15.32 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.18 | $16.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.32 | $18.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.8 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 | 12.7 | 0 | $4.43 | $2.03 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.69 | $1.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.91 | $2.70 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Afternoon in Somerset on Saturday
Local time
2:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
3 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
59m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 88% of the route utilizing major roadways like NJ 31 and I 287. You'll experience a consistent flow, with the longest stretch without a turn being 14.5 miles on NJ 31. The character is predominantly that of a high-speed transit, minimizing local road interaction. Expect efficient travel with minimal distractions, allowing you to cover ground quickly. It's the kind of drive where you can settle in and let the miles pass by on reliable infrastructure.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.5 mi on NJ 31.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 31 and Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.5 miles in near ramp to I-78/US 22 East.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 42.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.5 miles (ramp to I-78/US 22 East): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.9 miles (Ramp to I-287): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Oxford, NJ and Somerset, NJ, road signs point toward Somerville, Bound Brook and New Brunswick.
Somerville
26.9 mi in
|
~36m
|
via Ramp to I-287
Bound Brook
38.1 mi in
|
~49m
New Brunswick
38.1 mi in
|
~49m
About the Cities
Arriving in Somerset, NJ
Full guide →Somerset is a town in Somerset County, New Jersey.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 42.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.5 miles on NJ 31. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Somerset, NJ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.5 miles (ramp to I-78/US 22 East): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.9 miles (Ramp to I-287): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Morristown National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Somerset, NJ before heading back.
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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