Origin
Somerset, NJ
Afternoon in Somerset on Monday
Local time
12:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Somerset, NJ to Sparta, NJ
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
56.1 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
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 29m
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
Malcolm Garret
Sparta, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Somerset, NJ to Sparta, NJ covers 56.1 miles and takes about 1h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Abbott Road, Concord Drive, Indiana Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.28 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
28 miles from Somerset, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 17m drive with frequent turns across 56.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Abbott Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Somerset, NJ to Sparta, NJ is easy. At 1h 17m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Somerset, NJ to Sparta, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Abbott Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Concord Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Indiana Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Kingsbridge Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Winston Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| John F Kennedy Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Easton Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 287 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Abbott Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somerset, NJ and Sparta, NJ.
1
Start on West Point Avenue
0.1 mi
·
37 sec
·
West Point Avenue
2
Turn left onto Abbott Road
72 ft
·
5 sec
·
Abbott Road
3
Turn right onto Concord Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Concord Drive
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto Indiana Road
417 ft
·
19 sec
·
Indiana Road
5
Turn right onto Kingsbridge Road
407 ft
·
24 sec
·
Kingsbridge Road
6
Turn left onto Winston Drive
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Winston Drive
7
At the end of the road, turn right onto John F Kennedy Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
John F Kennedy Boulevard
8
At the end of the road, turn left onto Easton Avenue
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Easton Avenue
9
Take the ramp straight toward I 287 North: Morristown, Mahwah
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 287 North: Morristown, Mahwah
10
Merge slight left
7.2 mi
·
8 min
11
Keep slight right to continue on I 78 East: New York City
24 mi
·
29 min
·
I 78 East: New York City
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West: Delaware Water Gap
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80 West: Delaware Water Gap
13
Merge slight left onto Christopher Columbus Highway
9.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
14
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 15 North: Sparta, Jefferson
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 15 North: Sparta, Jefferson
15
Continue on NJ 15 North
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
NJ 15 North
16
Take the exit slight right toward Sparta, Lake Mohawk, Business District
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Sparta, Lake Mohawk, Business District
17
Keep slight right to continue on Sparta, Lake Mohawk, Business District
518 ft
·
13 sec
·
Sparta, Lake Mohawk, Business District
18
Continue on Blue Heron Road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Blue Heron Road
19
Continue on Woodport Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Woodport Road
20
Continue on Woodport Road
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Woodport Road
21
Turn left
269 ft
·
28 sec
22
Turn left
269 ft
·
20 sec
23
Arrive at your destination
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 28 miles from Somerset, NJ, or about 38m into the drive.
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 56.1 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28 miles or 38m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sparta, 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 56.1 miles and 1h 17m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28 mi from Somerset, NJ · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 56.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28 miles from Somerset, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sparta, NJ
The final approach into Sparta, 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 Sparta, 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
$9.28 one way
$18.57 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $10.16 | $20.32 |
| premium | $4.92 | $10.87 | $21.74 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.46 | $24.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.89 | $2.69 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.91 | $2.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.85 | $3.59 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Sparta, NJ
Afternoon in Sparta on Monday
Local time
12:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
6 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 17m 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 Sparta, NJ covers 56.1 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Abbott Road, Concord Drive, Indiana Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28 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 $9.28 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.
The drive from Somerset, NJ to Sparta, NJ is easy. At 1h 17m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Somerset, NJ to Sparta, NJ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Somerset, NJ to Sparta, NJ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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