Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
42m
Distance
24.8 mi
40 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Robbinsville, NJ
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Somerset, NJ
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This straightforward 24.8-mile drive from Robbinsville to Somerset, New Jersey, is a quick trip that can easily be completed in about 42 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 130, Adams Lane, and Jersey Avenue, the route is heavily highway-focused, with 77% of the journey on faster roads. Given its short duration and minimal stops, this is an ideal day trip within the Northeast region. Budgeting around $4 for fuel makes it an economical choice for a quick transit. You'll find the path offers a direct and efficient way to get between these two New Jersey locales.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 130 | 18.8 mi | 27m |
| Adams Lane | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Jersey Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Franklin Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Somerset Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| How Lane | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Arden Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| US 1 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Robbinsville, NJ and Somerset, NJ.
Start on this road
At end of road, turn right
At end of road, turn right onto CR 526
Turn right onto US 130
Turn left onto CR 608
Turn right onto US 1
Take the exit
Turn right onto NJ 91
Turn left onto CR 680
Turn right onto NJ 27
Turn left onto CR 617
Turn left onto Holly Street
Turn right onto Arden Street
At end of road, turn left onto Abbott Road
Turn left onto West Point Avenue
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 23.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
At end of road, turn right onto CR 526 / Robbinsville-Allentown Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto CR 608 / Adams Lane
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto US 1
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto CR 617 / Franklin Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$4.11 one way
$8.22 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.50 | $9.01 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.81 | $9.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.48 | $10.95 |
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 | 7.4 | 0 | $2.60 | $1.19 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.17 | $0.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.59 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Robbinsville on Sunday
Local time
8:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Areas Of Fog
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 18 at 1:02PM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Destination
Morning in Somerset on Sunday
Local time
8:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Mostly Cloudy then Areas Of Fog
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 18 at 1:02PM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
Expect a highway-centric experience for most of this journey. With 77% of the drive on main roads, you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster routes. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a solid 18.8 miles along US 130, offering a consistent pace. While primarily highway, the route incorporates Adams Lane and Jersey Avenue, which may offer a slight shift in scenery and speed as you approach your destination. This drive prioritizes efficiency over winding backroads, providing a predictable and direct path.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 130 and Adams Lane. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 24.8 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.1 miles (CR 526 / Robbinsville-Allentown Road): Navigation decision point; at 19 miles (CR 608 / Adams Lane): Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Robbinsville, NJ to Somerset, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward New Brunswick along the way.
New Brunswick
Somerset is a town in Somerset County, New Jersey.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 42m. Total distance: 24.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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