Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
46.2 mi
74 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
The drive from Somerset, NJ to Beverly, NJ covers 46.2 miles and takes about 1h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, US 1, Beverly Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.64 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
23.1 miles from Somerset, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
This is a 1h 6m highway drive covering 46.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and US 1. The longest continuous stretch is about 19 miles on I 295.
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.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 46.2 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 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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto NJ 27 / Somerset Street
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward I 295 South: Camden
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward Sloan Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward CR 541 North: Burlington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
On the drive from Somerset, NJ to Beverly, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 541 North: Burlington along the way.
Cr 541 North: Burlington
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 19 mi | 21m |
| US 1 | 15.7 mi | 22m |
| Beverly Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Jersey Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Warren Street East | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Mount Holly Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Franklin Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Somerset Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Somerset, NJ and Beverly, NJ.
Start on West Point Avenue
Turn right onto Abbott Road
Turn right onto Arden Street
Turn right onto Hillcrest Avenue
Turn left onto Holly Street
At end of road, turn right onto CR 617
Turn right onto NJ 27
Turn left onto CR 680
Turn right onto NJ 91
Take the ramp
Continue on this road
Merge onto US 1
Continue on US 1
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 295
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 295
Take the exit
Merge onto CR 541
Continue on CR 541
Turn left onto US 130; CR 543
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130; CR 543
Continue on US 130; CR 543
Turn slight right onto CR 543
Continue on CR 543
Arrive at destination
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.
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 46.2 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.1 miles or 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beverly, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Somerset, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 46.2 miles and 1h 6m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.1 mi from Somerset, NJ · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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.
A short stop after about 46.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 23.1 miles from Somerset, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Beverly, 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 Beverly, NJ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$7.64 one way
$15.29 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $8.37 | $16.73 |
| premium | $4.92 | $8.95 | $17.91 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.26 | $20.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.85 | $2.22 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.04 | $1.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.47 | $2.96 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Somerset on Saturday
Local time
5:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Beverly on Saturday
Local time
5:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
59°F
Staten Island, NY
23 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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