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Trip from Tinton Falls, NJ to Somerset, NJ

Drive Time

43m

Distance

30.3 mi

49 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$5

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 11 min
4 AM
0h 40m ★
6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m

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

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Downtown Tinton Falls, NJ, NJ

Tinton Falls, NJ

Tashaud Bullock

Downtown Somerset, NJ, NJ

Somerset, NJ

Malcolm Garret

Trip Overview

The drive from Tinton Falls, NJ to Somerset, NJ covers 30.3 miles and takes about 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on NJ 18, Colts Neck Road, Memorial Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18.7 miles on NJ 18. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.01 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

15.1 miles from Tinton Falls, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 43m highway drive covering 30.3 miles, with most of the trip on NJ 18 and Colts Neck Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 18.7 miles on NJ 18.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 18 is the longest continuous segment at about 18.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 18 and Colts Neck Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6.8 miles in.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 43m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 6.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles (NJ 18): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

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

5
6.8 mi into trip | ~10m in

Take the ramp toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick

Navigation decision point

Toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick
5
7.1 mi into trip | ~11m in | NJ 18

Merge onto NJ 18

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
27.7 mi into trip | ~36m in

Take the exit toward Easton Avenue, So Bound Brook

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 Easton Avenue, So Bound Brook
4
28.5 mi into trip | ~37m in | CR 609 / Landing Lane

Turn left onto CR 609 / Landing Lane

Navigation decision point

5
30 mi into trip | ~42m in | Abbott Road

At end of road, turn left onto Abbott Road

Navigation decision point

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Tinton Falls, NJ to Somerset, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward So Bound Brook along the way.

So Bound Brook

27.7 mi in | ~36m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NJ 18 18.7 mi 22m
Colts Neck Road 6.4 mi 10m
Memorial Parkway 1.9 mi 2m
Franklin Boulevard 0.8 mi 2m
Belmar Street 0.4 mi 1m
Tinton Avenue 0.4 mi <1m
Landing Lane 0.3 mi <1m
George Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: NJ 18 — 18.7 mi, about 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on CR 537

0.4 mi · 36 sec · Tinton Avenue
2

Continue on CR 537

6.4 mi · 10 min · Colts Neck Road
3

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 37 sec
Toward NJ 18 North: New Brunswick
4

Merge onto NJ 18

19 mi · 22 min · NJ 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Continue on NJ 18

1.9 mi · 2 min · Memorial Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward Easton Avenue, So Bound Brook Use the slight right lane.
7

Turn straight onto (672)

0.2 mi · 18 sec · George Street
8

Turn left onto CR 609

0.3 mi · 26 sec · Landing Lane
9

Continue on CR 617

0.8 mi · 2 min · Franklin Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
10

Turn right onto Belmar Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Belmar Street
11

At end of road, turn left onto Abbott Road

0.2 mi · 47 sec · Abbott Road
12

Turn left onto West Point Avenue

0.1 mi · 31 sec · West Point Avenue
13

Arrive at destination

West Point Avenue

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 15.1 miles from Tinton Falls, NJ, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.7 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 30.3 miles or 43m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 15.1 miles or 21m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 33m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Tinton Falls, 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 Tinton Falls, NJ

This is one driving day of about 30.3 miles and 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Tinton Falls, 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 NJ 18 for about 18.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 15.1 mi from Tinton Falls, NJ · 21m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

15 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 30.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 15.1 miles from Tinton Falls, 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Morristown National Historical Park

Morristown National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...

18 mi from route ~46 min detour Free near mile 28.2
Park Closure: Partial Reopening: Cross Estate Gardens
Caution: Passaic River Trail Bridge washed out
View on nps.gov
Gateway National Recreation Area

Gateway National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...

20 mi from route ~51 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Thomas Edison National Historical Park

Thomas Edison National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...

22 mi from route ~56 min detour $10 near mile 27.2
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.01 one way

$10.03 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 11 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.60 $5.49 $10.97
premium $4.92 $5.87 $11.74
diesel $5.64 $6.73 $13.46

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$5

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$30–$55

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 9.1 0 $3.18 $1.45
Efficient EV 7.6 0 $2.65 $1.21
EV Truck/SUV 12.1 0 $4.24 $1.94

Gas CO2

11 kg

EV CO2

4 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 hours ago

Origin

Tinton Falls, NJ

Morning in Tinton Falls on Monday

Local time

6:47 AM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Somerset, NJ

Morning in Somerset on Monday

Local time

6:47 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Mostly Cloudy

S 5 to 10 mph 7% chance 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

11 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

43m 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 Tinton Falls, NJ to Somerset, NJ covers 30.3 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 18, Colts Neck Road, Memorial Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.1 miles from Tinton Falls, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.01 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 is a straightforward 43m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles (NJ 18): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Tinton Falls, NJ to Somerset, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward So Bound Brook along the way.

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