Origin
Lebanon, NJ
Late night in Lebanon on Sunday
Local time
4:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lebanon, 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
34m
Distance
25 mi
40 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lebanon, NJ
Nemika F
Somerset, NJ
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Trip Overview
Lebanon, NJ to Somerset, NJ is 25 miles and takes about 34 minutes via I 287 and Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically within New Jersey. It's a highway-focused drive, making it a straightforward and efficient journey between these two points. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a quick commute or an easy add-on to another trip, requiring no overnight stays.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 287 | 9.9 mi | 11m |
| Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway | 9.1 mi | 10m |
| Easton Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Foxwood Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Ramp to I-287 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Cokesbury Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Winston Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Concord Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 287
— 9.9 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lebanon, NJ and Somerset, NJ.
1
Start on Main Street
163 ft
·
10 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto Cokesbury Road
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
Cokesbury Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 78 East
4
Merge onto I 78
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
5
Take the exit onto Ramp to I-287
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Ramp to I-287
Exit 29
Toward I 287: Morristown, Somerville
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 287 South: Somerville
7
Merge onto I 287
9.9 mi
·
11 min
·
I 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
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.
9
Turn straight onto CR 527
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Easton Avenue
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn straight
271 ft
·
10 sec
11
Turn right onto Foxwood Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Foxwood Drive
12
At end of road, turn left onto Winston Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Winston Drive
13
Turn right onto Kingsbridge Road
407 ft
·
21 sec
·
Kingsbridge Road
14
Turn left onto Indiana Road
418 ft
·
20 sec
·
Indiana Road
15
Turn right onto Concord Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Concord Drive
16
At end of road, turn left onto Abbott Road
71 ft
·
5 sec
·
Abbott Road
17
Turn right onto West Point Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
West Point Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
West Point Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 20.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Cokesbury Road
Turn left onto Cokesbury Road
Navigation decision point
8
9.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
Ramp to I-287
Take the exit onto Ramp to I-287 toward I 287: Morristown, 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 29
Toward I 287: Morristown, Somerville
5
10.2 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 287 South: Somerville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 287 South: Somerville
5
11 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
I 287
Merge onto I 287
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
20.8 mi into trip
|
~24m 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.14 one way
$8.29 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.54 | $9.08 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.85 | $9.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.52 | $11.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.19 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Destination
Somerset, NJ
Late night in Somerset on Sunday
Local time
4:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
17 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
34m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily a highway experience, with 78% of the route utilizing major roadways like I 287 and the Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 9.9 miles on I 287, offering a consistent pace. While the majority is on the highway, expect some transition onto local roads like Easton Avenue as you approach your destination. The profile suggests a predominantly fast-paced drive, minimizing time spent navigating slower, local traffic.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.9 mi on I 287.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 287 and Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Cokesbury Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 25 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 34m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Cokesbury Road): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (Ramp to I-287): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lebanon, NJ and Somerset, NJ, road signs point toward Somerville, Bound Brook and New Brunswick.
Somerville
9.7 mi in
|
~12m
|
via Ramp to I-287
Bound Brook
20.8 mi in
|
~24m
New Brunswick
20.8 mi in
|
~24m
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 34m. Total distance: 25 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.9 miles on I 287. 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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Cokesbury Road): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (Ramp to I-287): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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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