Origin
Somerset, NJ
Night in Somerset on Sunday
Local time
9:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Somerset, NJ to Montville, NJ
Drive Time
53m
Distance
40.1 mi
65 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
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6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Somerset, NJ
Malcolm Garret
Montville, NJ
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
The drive from Somerset, NJ to Montville, NJ covers 40.1 miles and takes about 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 287, Easton Avenue, Winston Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.6 miles on I 287. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.64 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
20 miles from Somerset, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 53m highway drive covering 40.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 287 and Easton Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 34.6 miles on I 287.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 34.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 287 and Easton Avenue. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Abbott Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 40.1 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Abbott Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Indiana Road): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (John F Kennedy Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Abbott Road
Turn left onto Abbott Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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Indiana Road
At end of road, turn left onto Indiana Road
Navigation decision point
6
1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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John F Kennedy Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto John F Kennedy Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
11.3 mi into trip
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~18m in
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I 287
Keep slight right at fork onto I 287 toward I 78 East: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 78 East: New York City
8
38.8 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward Wootton Street, Boonton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 45
Toward Wootton Street, Boonton
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Somerset, NJ to Montville, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Mahwah along the way.
Mahwah
3.8 mi in
|
~9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 287 | 34.6 mi | 41m |
| Easton Avenue | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Winston Drive | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| Main Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| John F Kennedy Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Myrtle Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Concord Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Point Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 287
— 34.6 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somerset, NJ and Montville, NJ.
1
Start on West Point Avenue
0.1 mi
·
37 sec
·
West Point Avenue
2
Turn left onto Abbott Road
71 ft
·
4 sec
·
Abbott Road
3
Turn right onto Concord Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Concord Drive
4
At end of road, turn left onto Indiana Road
418 ft
·
19 sec
·
Indiana Road
5
Turn right onto Kingsbridge Road
407 ft
·
23 sec
·
Kingsbridge Road
6
Turn left onto Winston Drive
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Winston Drive
7
At end of road, turn right onto John F Kennedy Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
John F Kennedy Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
8
At end of road, turn left onto CR 527
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Easton Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 287 North: Morristown, Mahwah
10
Merge onto I 287
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
I 287
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 287
27 mi
·
33 min
·
I 287
Toward I 78 East: New York City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 45
Toward Wootton Street, Boonton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on Park Avenue
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Park Avenue
14
Turn left onto Wootton Street
287 ft
·
11 sec
·
Wootton Street
15
Turn right onto US 202
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Myrtle Avenue
16
Continue on US 202
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Main Road
17
Arrive at destination
US 202
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 20 miles from Somerset, NJ, or about 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.6 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 40.1 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montville, 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 40.1 miles and 53m.
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 I 287 for about 34.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20 mi from Somerset, NJ · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20 miles from Somerset, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Montville, NJ
The final approach into Montville, 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 Montville, 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
$6.64 one way
$13.27 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $7.26 | $14.52 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.77 | $15.54 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.91 | $17.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.57 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Montville, NJ
Night in Montville on Sunday
Local time
9:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
53m 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 Montville, NJ covers 40.1 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 287, Easton Avenue, Winston Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20 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 $6.64 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 40.1 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Abbott Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Indiana Road): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (John F Kennedy Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Somerset, NJ to Montville, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Mahwah along the way.
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