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Trip from Farmingdale, NJ to Somerset, NJ

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 13m

Distance

93.8 mi

151 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 5m ★
6 AM
2h 14m
8 AM
2h 33m
10 AM
2h 20m
12 PM
2h 19m
3 PM
2h 21m
5 PM
2h 32m
8 PM
2h 8m

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

Downtown Farmingdale, NJ, NJ

Farmingdale, NJ

Thomas Parker

community in Franklin Township, New Jersey, United States

Somerset, NJ

Wikimedia Commons

Trip Overview

This 93.8-mile journey from Farmingdale, NJ, to Somerset, NJ, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 13 minutes. You'll primarily navigate Trenton Road and US 206, with a 30% highway share, offering a mixed driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $16, making it an economical option. Given the relatively short duration and distance, it's perfectly suited for a single day's excursion without the need for an overnight stay. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, so you'll be staying within familiar territory for this leg of your travels.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

46.9 miles from Farmingdale, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Trenton Road 17.6 mi 23m
US 206 17.5 mi 22m
Brunswick Pike 15.5 mi 21m
I 295 10 mi 11m
South Lincoln Avenue 8 mi 11m
12th Street 6.1 mi 7m
Buena-Hammonton Road 2.3 mi 2m
Cedarville Road 2.2 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Trenton Road — 17.6 mi, about 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on CR 625

43 ft · 5 sec · Hogbin Road
2

Turn right onto CR 670

1.0 mi · 1 min · West Buckshutem Road
3

Turn left onto CR 610

2.2 mi · 3 min · Cedarville Road
4

Continue on CR 610

1.1 mi · 1 min · Cedar Street
5

Merge onto NJ 49; CR 555

0.3 mi · 30 sec · West Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6

Turn left onto NJ 47

0.5 mi · 44 sec · North 2nd Street
Use the left lane.
7

Turn right onto East Broad Street

395 ft · 14 sec · East Broad Street
8

Turn left onto CR 555

236 ft · 3 sec · North 3rd Street
9

Turn slight right onto CR 555

1.4 mi · 2 min · Wheaton Avenue
10

Continue on CR 555

0.3 mi · 24 sec · South Main Road
11

Turn slight right onto CR 655

8.0 mi · 11 min · South Lincoln Avenue
Use the straight lane.
12

Continue on CR 619

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Wheat Road
13

Continue on NJ 54

1.1 mi · 1 min · Blue Anchor Road
14

Continue on NJ 54

0.7 mi · 52 sec · Hammonton Road
15

Continue on NJ 54

2.3 mi · 2 min · Buena-Hammonton Road
16

Continue on NJ 54

4.4 mi · 5 min · 12th Street
17

Continue on NJ 54

0.4 mi · 29 sec · Route 54 North
18

Continue on NJ 54

1.7 mi · 2 min · 12th Street
19

Continue on NJ 54

1.1 mi · 2 min · Bellevue Avenue
20

Turn right onto NJ 54

501 ft · 8 sec · NJ 54
21

Continue on US 206

18 mi · 23 min · Trenton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
22

Enter roundabout onto US 206

498 ft · 6 sec · US 206
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
23

Continue on US 206

7.6 mi · 10 min · US 206
Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York Use the straight lane.
24

Continue on US 206

9.8 mi · 11 min · US 206
Use the straight / right lanes.
25

Take the exit

489 ft · 15 sec
Toward Bordentown
26

Turn straight onto CR 545

0.3 mi · 35 sec · Farnsworth Avenue
27

Turn left onto US 130

0.4 mi · 44 sec · Burlington Pike
28

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 46 sec
Toward I 295 North: Trenton Use the slight right lane.
29

Merge onto I 295

10 mi · 11 min · I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 14 sec
Exit 67A-B Toward US 1: New Brunswick, Trenton Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 67A Toward US 1 North: New Brunswick Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32

Merge onto US 1

16 mi · 21 min · Brunswick Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
33

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Toward NJ 91: Jersey Ave, New Brunswick
34

Turn right onto NJ 91

1.0 mi · 2 min · Jersey Avenue
Use the left lane.
35

Turn left onto CR 680

0.7 mi · 1 min · How Lane
Use the left lane.
36

Turn right onto NJ 27

0.8 mi · 1 min · Somerset Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
37

Turn left onto CR 617

0.8 mi · 1 min · Franklin Boulevard
Use the left lane.
38

Turn left onto Holly Street

240 ft · 12 sec · Holly Street
39

Turn right onto Arden Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Arden Street
40

At end of road, turn left onto Abbott Road

262 ft · 16 sec · Abbott Road
41

Turn left onto West Point Avenue

0.1 mi · 31 sec · West Point Avenue
42

Arrive at destination

West Point Avenue

Trip Plan

With a total travel time of just over two hours, this drive offers plenty of flexibility. You could aim for an early morning departure to maximize your day, or leave mid-morning to avoid peak traffic. Since there are no specific stop suggestions provided, consider this a drive where you can be spontaneous; perhaps pausing for a quick break when you feel the need. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $16, and the longest stretch without a significant break is 17.6 miles. A good tip for this route is to be mindful of the transition between highway speeds and local road conditions, especially as you approach your 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.

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 46.9 miles from Farmingdale, NJ, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.6 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 21 miles or 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 46.9 miles or 1h 6m 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 44m

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 Farmingdale, 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 Farmingdale, NJ

This is one driving day of about 93.8 miles and 2h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Farmingdale, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Trenton Road for about 17.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bristol, PA

47 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

Philadelphia, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bristol, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 46.9 miles from Farmingdale, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Hoy Yeung Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hammonton, New Jersey

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 26.8

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+16095611440

Visit website

Royal Spice Indian Restaurant & Banquet Hall

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Millville, New Jersey

1 mi

Eastern Phoenix Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Hammonton, New Jersey

1.1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Xpresso Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Vineland, New Jersey

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 6.7

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+18568255913

Hoy Yeung Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 26.8

Hammonton, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+16095611440

Visit website

Royal Spice Indian Restaurant & Banquet Hall

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 6.7

Millville, New Jersey

Hours: 10:30 am–3 pm

+18565068521

Visit website

Eastern Phoenix Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 26.8

Hammonton, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+16095616088

Visit website

Dolce Vita Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $50 to $60 mile 13.4

Vineland, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+18562123131

Visit website

Chow's Garden Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 6.7

Millville, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+18563273259

Visit website

Verna's Flight Line Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Millville, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+18568253200

Visit website

Samudhra Premium Restaurant & Lounge, Franklin Park, New Jersey

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour Expensive mile 87.1

Franklin Park, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–11 pm

+17323699942

Visit website

Great Wall Chinese Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 13.4

Buena, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18566978858

Visit website

Xpresso Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 6.7

Vineland, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+18568255913

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 93.8

Somerset, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 80.4

Plainsboro Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 93.8

Piscataway, New Jersey

+18668167584

Visit website

Greenspot Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 67

Trenton, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 67

Hamilton Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 67

Hamilton Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 67

Hamilton Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 93.8

Highland Park, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Amazing Escape Room

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 73.7

Princeton, New Jersey

Hours: 12:30–11 pm

+16099190091

Visit website

Millville Army Air Field Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Millville, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18563272347

Visit website

South Vineland Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 6.7

Vineland, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Central Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 73.7

Lawrence Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16098447067

Visit website

Larry's Bar & Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 6.7

Millville, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+18563271144

Visit website

Morven Museum & Garden

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 80.4

Princeton, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+16099248144

Visit website

Community Park North

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 80.4

Princeton, NJ

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16099219480

Visit website

Mercer Meadows

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 73.7

Lawrence Township, New Jersey

Hours: 6 am–8:30 pm

+16093030700

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 25

5 decision points cluster between mile 4.3 and 73.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
4.3 mi into trip | ~7m in | NJ 49; CR 555 / West Main Street

Merge onto NJ 49; CR 555 / West Main Street

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

Use the straight / right lanes.
6
4.6 mi into trip | ~8m in | NJ 47 / North 2nd Street

Turn left onto NJ 47 / North 2nd Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
44.5 mi into trip | ~1h 3m in | US 206

Enter roundabout onto US 206 toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 206 North: Trenton, New York
8
73.1 mi into trip | ~1h 39m in

Take the exit toward US 1: New Brunswick, Trenton

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 67A-B Toward US 1: New Brunswick, Trenton
8
73.4 mi into trip | ~1h 39m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 1 North: New Brunswick

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 67A Toward US 1 North: New Brunswick

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.55 one way

$31.10 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 33 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $17.03 $34.06
premium $4.93 $18.19 $36.38
diesel $5.61 $20.71 $41.42

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 32.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 28.1 0 $9.85 $4.50
Efficient EV 23.5 0 $8.21 $3.75
EV Truck/SUV 37.5 0 $13.13 $6.00

Gas CO2

33 kg

EV CO2

11 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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Farmingdale, NJ

Morning in Farmingdale on Sunday

Local time

9:44 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Somerset, NJ

Morning in Somerset on Sunday

Local time

9:44 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

52°F

Bristol, PA

47 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

2h 13m 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.

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...

19 mi from route ~47 min detour Free near mile 93.8
Park Closure: Partial Reopening: Cross Estate Gardens
Caution: Passaic River Trail Bridge washed out
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...

24 mi from route ~60 min detour $10 near mile 93.8
View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a mixed drive on this route, with about 30% of your travel occurring on highways. The road offers a blend of faster-paced sections and more local road navigation. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 17.6 miles on Trenton Road, which will likely involve navigating through various communities. As you progress, the character of the drive will shift between more open road sections and those that pass through more developed areas, requiring you to adjust your pace accordingly.

30% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
42 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.6 mi on Trenton Road.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

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 4.3 miles in near NJ 49; CR 555 / West Main Street.

Driving Effort 9/10

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

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 93.8 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 4.3 miles (NJ 49; CR 555 / West Main Street): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (NJ 47 / North 2nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 44.5 miles (US 206): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Farmingdale, NJ and Somerset, NJ, road signs point toward New York, Bordentown and Trenton.

New York

44.5 mi in | ~1h 3m | via US 206

Bordentown

62 mi in | ~1h 25m

Trenton

73.1 mi in | ~1h 39m

About the Cities

Arriving 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 2h 13m. Total distance: 93.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (30%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 17.6 miles on Trenton Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Somerset, NJ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 4.3 miles (NJ 49; CR 555 / West Main Street): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (NJ 47 / North 2nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 44.5 miles (US 206): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Morristown National Historical Park and Thomas Edison National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Somerset, NJ before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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