Origin
Somerset, NJ
Afternoon in Somerset on Saturday
Local time
12:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Somerset, NJ to Riverton, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
52.9 mi
85 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Somerset, NJ
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Riverton, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Trip Overview
Somerset, NJ to Riverton, NJ is 52.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 16 minutes via I 295 and US 1, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a fairly direct drive, mostly on major highways, making it a straightforward option for a quick trip. You'll spend most of your time on interstate and US highway, so don't expect a winding country road experience. Consider this route if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently with minimal fuss.
About the Cities
Starting 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 1h 16m. Total distance: 52.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is primarily a highway-focused experience, with 66% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I 295 and US 1. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 19 miles on I 295, offering a chance to maintain a steady pace. While the bulk is interstate, the inclusion of Burlington Avenue suggests a transition to more local road conditions closer to your destination. Expect a mix of faster highway driving and potentially some slower sections as you navigate through populated areas.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 37 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 295 is the longest continuous segment at about 19 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and US 1. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near NJ 27 / Somerset Street.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.9 miles you will encounter 23 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 1.6 miles (NJ 27 / Somerset Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 22.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
NJ 27 / Somerset Street
Turn right onto NJ 27 / Somerset Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
20.3 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 295 South: Camden
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 295 South: Camden
7
22.5 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward Sloan Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 65B-A
Toward Sloan Avenue
7
22.7 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
40.4 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the exit toward CR 541 North: Burlington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 47B
Toward CR 541 North: Burlington
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Somerset, NJ to Riverton, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 541 North: Burlington along the way.
Cr 541 North: Burlington
40.4 mi in
|
~57m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 19 mi | 21m |
| US 1 | 15.7 mi | 22m |
| Burlington Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
| Broad Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Warren Street East | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Saint Mihiel Drive | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Beverly Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Jersey Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 19 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somerset, NJ and Riverton, NJ.
1
Start on West Point Avenue
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Point Avenue
2
Turn right onto Abbott Road
262 ft
·
13 sec
·
Abbott Road
3
Turn right onto Arden Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Arden Street
4
Turn right onto Hillcrest Avenue
519 ft
·
26 sec
·
Hillcrest Avenue
5
Turn left onto Holly Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Holly Street
6
At end of road, turn right onto CR 617
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Franklin Boulevard
7
Turn right onto NJ 27
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Somerset Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn left onto CR 680
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
How Lane
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto NJ 91
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Jersey Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Take the ramp
115 ft
·
3 sec
11
Continue on this road
526 ft
·
14 sec
·
this road
12
Merge onto US 1
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 1
13
Continue on US 1
14 mi
·
19 min
·
US 1
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 295 South: Camden
16
Merge onto I 295
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 295
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 65B-A
Toward Sloan Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Merge onto I 295
17 mi
·
19 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 47B
Toward CR 541 North: Burlington
Use the slight right lane.
22
Merge onto CR 541
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Mount Holly Road
23
Continue on CR 541
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
24
Turn left onto US 130; CR 543
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Burlington Pike
25
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130; CR 543
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Burlington Pike
26
Continue on US 130; CR 543
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Washington Avenue
27
Turn slight right onto CR 543
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Beverly Road
28
Continue on CR 543
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Warren Street East
29
Continue on CR 543
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Burlington Avenue
30
Continue on CR 543
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
Pavilion Avenue
31
Turn right
146 ft
·
5 sec
32
Turn straight onto CR 543
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Lafayette Street
33
Continue on CR 543
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Saint Mihiel Drive
34
Continue on CR 543
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Broad Street
35
Turn right onto CR 603
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
Main Street
36
Turn right onto 4th Street
76 ft
·
3 sec
·
4th Street
37
Arrive at destination
4th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.4 mi from Somerset, NJ · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.4 miles from Somerset, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Riverton, NJ
The final approach into Riverton, NJ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.77 one way
$17.54 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.61 | $19.21 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.26 | $20.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.68 | $23.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.55 | $2.54 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.41 | $3.39 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Riverton, NJ
Afternoon in Riverton on Saturday
Local time
12:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Partly Sunny
E 5 to 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
46°F
Mansfield, NJ
26 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
11 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
1h 16m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Riverton, NJ covers 52.9 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, US 1, Burlington 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 26.4 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 $8.77 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 52.9 miles you will encounter 23 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 1.6 miles (NJ 27 / Somerset Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 22.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Somerset, NJ to Riverton, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 541 North: Burlington along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Morristown National Historical Park 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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