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Trip from Somerset, NJ to Carneys Point, NJ

Data updated 1 hour ago

Drive Time

1h 52m

Distance

91 mi

146 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 45m ★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
1h 59m
5 PM
2h 9m
8 PM
1h 48m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

community in Franklin Township, New Jersey, United States

Somerset, NJ

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Downtown Carneys Point, NJ, NJ

Carneys Point, NJ

Aisling Kerr

Trip Overview

The drive from Somerset, NJ to Carneys Point, NJ covers 91 miles and takes about 1h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 18, Pennsville-Auburn Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 81.4 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.09 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

45.5 miles from Somerset, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 1h 52m highway drive covering 91 miles, with most of the trip on New Jersey Turnpike and NJ 18. The longest continuous stretch is about 81.4 miles on New Jersey Turnpike.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New Jersey Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 81.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and NJ 18. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.7 miles in.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 91 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7
5.7 mi into trip | ~11m in

Take the exit toward NJTP Toll, I 95 Toll: New Jersey Turnpike

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward NJTP Toll, I 95 Toll: New Jersey Turnpik...
8
6.1 mi into trip | ~12m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
6
6.1 mi into trip | ~12m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
37.9 mi into trip | ~49m in | NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
6
88.4 mi into trip | ~1h 48m in

Take the exit toward NJ 140, CR 540: Penns Grove, Deepwater

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 1 Toward NJ 140, CR 540: Penns Grove, Deepwater

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Somerset, NJ and Carneys Point, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll, Njtp South: Trenton, Njtp South: Camden and Wilmington.

Njtp Toll

5.7 mi in | ~11m

Njtp South: Trenton

6.1 mi in | ~12m

Njtp South: Camden

37.9 mi in | ~49m | via NJTP

Wilmington

37.9 mi in | ~49m | via NJTP

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New Jersey Turnpike 81.4 mi 1h 33m
NJ 18 3.1 mi 4m
Pennsville-Auburn Road 1.1 mi 1m
Hollywood Avenue 0.9 mi 1m
Franklin Boulevard 0.8 mi 2m
George Street 0.5 mi <1m
Belmar Street 0.4 mi 1m
Shell Road 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: New Jersey Turnpike — 81.4 mi, about 1h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Somerset, NJ and Carneys Point, NJ.

1

Start on West Point Avenue

0.1 mi · 33 sec · West Point Avenue
2

Turn right onto Abbott Road

0.2 mi · 44 sec · Abbott Road
3

Turn right onto Belmar Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Belmar Street
4

At end of road, turn left onto CR 617

0.8 mi · 2 min · Franklin Boulevard
5

Continue on Landing Lane

0.3 mi · 24 sec · Landing Lane
6

Turn right onto (672)

0.5 mi · 41 sec · George Street
7

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward NJ 18 South
8

Merge onto NJ 18

3.1 mi · 4 min · NJ 18
Use the right lane.
9

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Toward NJTP Toll, I 95 Toll: New Jersey Turnpike Use the right lane.
10

Keep slight right at fork

225 ft · 5 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Merge onto I 95; NJTP

31 mi · 36 min · New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP

49 mi · 56 min · New Jersey Turnpike
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
14

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 15 sec
15

Continue on this road

0.3 mi · 23 sec · this road
16

Merge onto NJTP

1.1 mi · 1 min · New Jersey Turnpike
17

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Exit 1 Toward NJ 140, CR 540: Penns Grove, Deepwater
18

Turn right onto NJ 140

86 ft · 5 sec · Hawks Bridge Road
19

Turn right onto CR 551

1.1 mi · 1 min · Pennsville-Auburn Road
20

Turn left onto CR 618

0.9 mi · 1 min · Hollywood Avenue
21

Enter roundabout onto US 130

99 ft · 1 sec · Shell Road
22

Continue on US 130

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Shell Road
23

Turn right onto Center Street

88 ft · 4 sec · Center Street
24

Arrive at destination

Center Street

Trip Plan

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 45.5 miles from Somerset, NJ, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.4 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 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 45.5 miles or 58m 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 32m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Carneys Point, NJ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Somerset, 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 Somerset, NJ

This is one driving day of about 91 miles and 1h 52m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Somerset, 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 New Jersey Turnpike for about 81.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 45.5 mi from Somerset, NJ · 58m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

46 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 45.5 miles from Somerset, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before New Jersey Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.4 miles.

Arriving in Carneys Point, NJ

The final approach into Carneys Point, 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 Carneys Point, 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

$15.09 one way

$30.17 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 32 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $16.52 $33.05
premium $4.93 $17.65 $35.30
diesel $5.61 $20.09 $40.18

Estimated Tolls: $11.38

New Jersey Turnpike (81.4 mi) $11.38

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

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 31.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 27.3 0 $9.56 $4.37
Efficient EV 22.8 0 $7.96 $3.64
EV Truck/SUV 36.4 0 $12.74 $5.82

Gas CO2

32 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Somerset, NJ

Late night in Somerset on Wednesday

Local time

2:14 AM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Carneys Point, NJ

Late night in Carneys Point on Wednesday

Local time

2:14 AM

EDT

Current temp

59°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 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 52m 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 Somerset, NJ to Carneys Point, NJ covers 91 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 18, Pennsville-Auburn 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 45.5 miles from Somerset, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.09 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 demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 91 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Somerset, NJ and Carneys Point, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll, Njtp South: Trenton, Njtp South: Camden and Wilmington.

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