Trip from Sussex, NJ to Somerset, NJ

Drive Time

1h 37m

Distance

61.2 mi

98 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min

4 AM

1h 30m ★

6 AM

1h 38m

8 AM

1h 52m

10 AM

1h 43m

12 PM

1h 41m

3 PM

1h 43m

5 PM

1h 51m

8 PM

1h 33m

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

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Somerset, NJ

Malcolm Garret

Trip Overview

Traveling from Sussex to Somerset covers 61.2 miles across the Northeast region of New Jersey. You can expect a drive time of approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes, making this an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $10, keeping the trip budget-friendly. This route functions as a straightforward transit between the two locations, utilizing a mix of local roads and major highways. Because the drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your own schedule.

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

30.6 miles from Sussex, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip offers a mixed driving profile, transitioning from local roads to major interstate travel. You will spend about 55% of your time on highways, providing a balance between slower local sections and faster transit. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 19.9-mile segment on US 206, which serves as a core part of the journey. Expect the road personality to shift as you move from the initial Ross Corner-Sussex Road portion onto the broader flow of I-287. It is a practical drive that combines regional connectivity with varying road types.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 206 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near NJ 23 / Loomis Avenue.

Route Complexity 10/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 61.2 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 0.1 miles (NJ 23 / Loomis Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 27.4 miles (US 206): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.7 miles (US 206): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 20 key points

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

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | NJ 23 / Loomis Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto NJ 23 / Loomis Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

27.4 mi into trip | ~45m in | US 206

Take the exit onto US 206 toward SH 183 North, US 206 South: Netcong, Somerville

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 27A-B Toward SH 183 North, US 206 South: Netcong, Som...

27.7 mi into trip | ~45m in | US 206

Keep slight right at fork onto US 206 toward US 206 South: Somerville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward US 206 South: Somerville

45.3 mi into trip | ~1h 13m in

Take the exit toward I 287 South: Somerville, Princeton

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 287 South: Somerville, Princeton

57 mi into trip | ~1h 27m in

Take the exit toward CR 527: Easton Avenue, South Bound Brook, New Brunswick

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 10 Toward CR 527: Easton Avenue, South Bound Brook...

Towns Along This Route

Between Sussex, NJ and Somerset, NJ, road signs point toward Sh 183 North, Somerville, Princeton, Bound Brook and New Brunswick.

Sh 183 North

27.4 mi in | ~45m | via US 206

Somerville

27.4 mi in | ~45m | via US 206

Princeton

45.3 mi in | ~1h 13m

Bound Brook

57 mi in | ~1h 27m

New Brunswick

57 mi in | ~1h 27m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 206	19.9 mi	31m
I 287	11.4 mi	13m
Ross Corner-Sussex Road	8.2 mi	12m
Woodside Avenue	7.5 mi	12m
Hampton House Road	4.2 mi	6m
Easton Avenue	2.6 mi	4m
Route 206	2 mi	3m
Christopher Columbus Highway	1.2 mi	1m

Longest stretch: US 206 — 19.9 mi, about 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on CR 643

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Main Street

At end of road, turn right onto NJ 23

0.4 mi · 50 sec · Loomis Avenue

Use the straight lane.

Continue on CR 639

8.2 mi · 12 min · Ross Corner-Sussex Road

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 206

4.2 mi · 6 min · Hampton House Road

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 206; NJ 94

0.7 mi · 1 min · Water Street

Use the none lane.

Enter roundabout onto US 206

465 ft · 9 sec · Main Street

Continue on US 206

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Main Street

Continue on US 206

0.7 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Continue on US 206

7.5 mi · 12 min · Woodside Avenue

Continue on US 206

2.0 mi · 3 min · Route 206

Use the left / none lanes.

Continue on US 206

0.8 mi · 1 min · US 206

Use the left lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 206

0.7 mi · 56 sec · US 206

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto US 206

0.6 mi · 52 sec · US 206

Use the none lane.

Merge onto I 80; US 206

1.2 mi · 1 min · Christopher Columbus Highway

Take the exit onto US 206

0.2 mi · 24 sec · US 206

Exit 27A-B Toward SH 183 North, US 206 South: Netcong, Somerville Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 206

0.3 mi · 32 sec · US 206

Toward US 206 South: Somerville Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Continue on US 206

17 mi · 27 min · US 206

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Toward I 287 South: Somerville, Princeton Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 287

1.3 mi · 1 min · I 287

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 287

10 mi · 11 min · I 287

Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Exit 10 Toward CR 527: Easton Avenue, South Bound Brook, New Brunswick Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto CR 527

2.6 mi · 4 min · Easton Avenue

Use the none lane.

Turn straight

271 ft · 10 sec

Turn right onto Foxwood Drive

0.5 mi · 1 min · Foxwood Drive

At end of road, turn left onto Winston Drive

0.3 mi · 1 min · Winston Drive

Turn right onto Kingsbridge Road

407 ft · 21 sec · Kingsbridge Road

Turn left onto Indiana Road

418 ft · 20 sec · Indiana Road

Turn right onto Concord Drive

0.2 mi · 46 sec · Concord Drive

At end of road, turn left onto Abbott Road

71 ft · 5 sec · Abbott Road

Turn right onto West Point Avenue

0.1 mi · 31 sec · West Point Avenue

Arrive at destination

West Point Avenue

Trip Plan

Since this 61.2-mile journey is easily manageable in under two hours, you don't need to worry about complex pacing or multiple rest stops. Aim to check local traffic conditions before heading out, especially since the route relies on a significant percentage of highway travel where congestion can occur. With no mandatory stops required, you can drive straight through or take a break whenever you find it convenient. A helpful tip is to keep your $10 fuel budget in mind, ensuring you have enough gas to cover the full duration before you leave Sussex. The lack of required stops gives you the advantage of total control over your arrival time in Somerset.

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 30.6 miles from Sussex, NJ, or about 50m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.9 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 61.2 miles or 1h 37m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 30.6 miles or 50m 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 21m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Sussex, 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 Sussex, NJ

This is one driving day of about 61.2 miles and 1h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sussex, 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 US 206 for about 19.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 30.6 mi from Sussex, NJ · 50m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ramapo, NY

31 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 61.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ramapo, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 30.6 miles from Sussex, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Somerset, NJ

The final approach into Somerset, 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 Somerset, 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

$10.13 one way

$20.25 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 21 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$11.08	$22.16
premium	$4.92	$11.86	$23.72
diesel	$5.64	$13.60	$27.19

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$10

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$35–$60

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 21.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	18.4	$6.43	$2.94
Efficient EV	15.3	$5.35	$2.45
EV Truck/SUV	24.5	$8.57	$3.92

Gas CO2

21 kg

EV CO2

7 kg (67% 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 2 days ago

Origin

Sussex, NJ

Night in Sussex on Sunday

Local time

9:35 PM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Somerset, NJ

Night in Somerset on Sunday

Local time

9:35 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

59°F

Ramapo, NY

31 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

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 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 37m 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 Sussex, NJ to Somerset, NJ covers 61.2 miles and takes about 1h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 206, I 287, Ross Corner-Sussex Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 30.6 miles from Sussex, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.13 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.

Between Sussex, NJ and Somerset, NJ, road signs point toward Sh 183 North, Somerville, Princeton, Bound Brook and New Brunswick.

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