Origin
Somerset, NJ
Afternoon in Somerset on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Somerset, NJ to Irvington, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
44m
Distance
27.6 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Somerset, NJ
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Irvington, NJ
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Trip Overview
This 27.6-mile drive from Somerset to Irvington, New Jersey, is a quick, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 44 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Garden State Parkway and US 1, this route is best suited as a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. With an estimated fuel cost of around $5, it's an economical option for getting between these two Northeast locations. The drive offers a straightforward path, making it a practical choice for local travel within New Jersey. Consider this route for its efficiency and low cost, fitting easily into a busy schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 13.2 mi | 18m |
| US 1 | 7.4 mi | 11m |
| NJ 18 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Franklin Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Stuyvesant Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| George Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Belmar Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Lyons Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 13.2 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somerset, NJ and Irvington, NJ.
1
Start on West Point Avenue
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Point Avenue
2
Turn right onto Abbott Road
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Abbott Road
3
Turn right onto Belmar Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Belmar Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto CR 617
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Franklin Boulevard
5
Continue on Landing Lane
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Landing Lane
6
Turn right onto (672)
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
George Street
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward NJ 18 South
8
Merge onto NJ 18
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 18
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
Toward US 1 North: Newark
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto US 1
165 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 1
11
Continue on US 1
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1
12
Continue on US 1
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 1
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on US 1
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 1
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on US 1
5.9 mi
·
9 min
·
US 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward GSP Toll North: Garden State Parkway
16
Merge onto GSP
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 143
Toward Irvington
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn left onto Cleremont Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Cleremont Avenue
Use the left lane.
19
Turn left onto CR 602
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Lyons Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
20
Turn right onto CR 619
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Stuyvesant Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Arrive at destination
CR 619
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 27 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
CR 617 / Franklin Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto CR 617 / Franklin Boulevard
Navigation decision point
6
5.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward US 1 North: Newark
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US 1 North: Newark
7
26.3 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward Irvington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 143
Toward Irvington
6
26.5 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
Cleremont Avenue
Turn left onto Cleremont Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
27 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
CR 619 / Stuyvesant Avenue
Turn right onto CR 619 / Stuyvesant Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.58 one way
$9.15 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.01 | $10.02 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.35 | $10.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.09 | $12.19 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.79
Garden State Parkway
(13.2 mi)
$0.79
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$1
Total
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.90 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.77 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Irvington, NJ
Afternoon in Irvington on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
44m 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?
Expect a predominantly highway experience, with 83% of the 27.6 miles on faster roads like the Garden State Parkway and NJ 18. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 13.2 miles on the Garden State Parkway, offering a consistent pace. While the main arteries provide a smooth flow, be prepared for the transition as you approach your destination in Irvington. This route is designed for getting you there efficiently, rather than for leisurely sightseeing.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.2 mi on Garden State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and US 1. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near CR 617 / Franklin Boulevard.
Driving Effort
8/10
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 27.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 44m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (CR 617 / Franklin Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting 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 44m. Total distance: 27.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.2 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.79 in tolls one way, starting with Garden State Parkway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Irvington, 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: at 0.7 miles (CR 617 / Franklin Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Irvington, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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