Origin
Somerset, NJ
Late night in Somerset on Sunday
Local time
4:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Somerset, NJ to Kenilworth, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
39m
Distance
23.5 mi
38 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 38m
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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Kenilworth, NJ
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Trip Overview
Somerset, NJ to Kenilworth, NJ is 23.5 miles and takes about 39 minutes via Garden State Parkway and US 1, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip entirely within New Jersey, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its short distance and duration, this drive is ideal for a quick commute or a simple point-to-point journey without needing extensive planning. You'll primarily be on major roadways, so expect consistent traffic and well-maintained surfaces throughout.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 9.4 mi | 12m |
| US 1 | 7.4 mi | 11m |
| NJ 18 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Franklin Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Kenilworth Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| George Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Belmar Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Landing Lane | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 9.4 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somerset, NJ and Kenilworth, 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
9.4 mi
·
12 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 138
Toward CR 509: Kenilworth
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork
116 ft
·
4 sec
Toward CR 509 West: Kenilworth
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
19
Turn left onto CR 509
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Galloping Hill Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
20
Continue on CR 509
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on CR 509
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Kenilworth Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
22
Turn right onto North 22nd Street
123 ft
·
5 sec
·
North 22nd Street
23
Arrive at destination
North 22nd Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 22.7 — 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
5
13.1 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
22.4 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward CR 509: Kenilworth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 138
Toward CR 509: Kenilworth
8
22.7 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CR 509 West: Kenilworth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward CR 509 West: Kenilworth
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.90 one way
$7.79 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.27 | $8.53 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.56 | $9.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.19 | $10.38 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.56
Garden State Parkway
(9.4 mi)
$0.56
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$1
Total
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.47 | $1.13 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.06 | $0.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Kenilworth, NJ
Late night in Kenilworth on Sunday
Local time
4:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
14 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
39m 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 is largely a highway-focused drive, with 81% of the 23.5 miles on major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the Garden State Parkway, including a continuous stretch of 9.4 miles. The route transitions between parkway and US 1, offering a consistent driving experience characterized by higher speeds and limited access. Expect a practical, efficient journey rather than a scenic tour, as the focus is on getting from point A to point B quickly.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.4 mi on Garden State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 23.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 39m.
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 13.1 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 39m. Total distance: 23.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.4 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.56 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 Kenilworth, 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 13.1 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Morristown National Historical Park and Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). 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 Kenilworth, 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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