Origin
Somerset, NJ
Morning in Somerset on Sunday
Local time
10:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Somerset, NJ to Montville, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
40.1 mi
65 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
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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Montville, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Somerset to Montville, you are looking at a straightforward 40.1-mile transit across New Jersey. Expect the drive to take roughly 53 minutes under normal conditions, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will spend the vast majority of your journey on the interstate, keeping the trip efficient and predictable. With a fuel budget of approximately $7, this is a very affordable commute within the Northeast corridor. Because the route is short and focused on major highways, it offers a practical way to connect these two New Jersey locations without unnecessary complexity.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 287 | 34.6 mi | 41m |
| Easton Avenue | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Winston Drive | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| Main Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| John F Kennedy Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Myrtle Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Concord Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Point Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 287
— 34.6 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somerset, NJ and Montville, NJ.
1
Start on West Point Avenue
0.1 mi
·
37 sec
·
West Point Avenue
2
Turn left onto Abbott Road
71 ft
·
4 sec
·
Abbott Road
3
Turn right onto Concord Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Concord Drive
4
At end of road, turn left onto Indiana Road
418 ft
·
19 sec
·
Indiana Road
5
Turn right onto Kingsbridge Road
407 ft
·
23 sec
·
Kingsbridge Road
6
Turn left onto Winston Drive
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Winston Drive
7
At end of road, turn right onto John F Kennedy Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
John F Kennedy Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
8
At end of road, turn left onto CR 527
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Easton Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 287 North: Morristown, Mahwah
10
Merge onto I 287
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
I 287
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 287
27 mi
·
33 min
·
I 287
Toward I 78 East: New York City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 45
Toward Wootton Street, Boonton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on Park Avenue
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Park Avenue
14
Turn left onto Wootton Street
287 ft
·
11 sec
·
Wootton Street
15
Turn right onto US 202
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Myrtle Avenue
16
Continue on US 202
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Main Road
17
Arrive at destination
US 202
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20 miles from Somerset, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 38.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Abbott Road
Turn left onto Abbott Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Indiana Road
At end of road, turn left onto Indiana Road
Navigation decision point
6
1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
John F Kennedy Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto John F Kennedy Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
11.3 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
I 287
Keep slight right at fork onto I 287 toward I 78 East: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 78 East: New York City
8
38.8 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward Wootton Street, Boonton
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 45
Toward Wootton Street, Boonton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.65 one way
$13.30 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.28 | $14.56 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.78 | $15.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.85 | $17.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.57 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Montville, NJ
Morning in Montville on Sunday
Local time
10:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Bedminster, NJ
20 mi in
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
6 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
53m 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 53-minute journey is defined by a significant 86% highway-focused profile, providing a quick transition between regions. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-287, which accounts for a 34.6-mile stretch of the total distance. The drive transitions from local roads like Easton Avenue and Winston Drive into a high-speed interstate experience. While you won't encounter technical mountain passes or winding backroads, the highway-heavy nature of this route ensures a consistent, steady pace. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive designed for speed and direct access rather than leisure.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.6 mi on I 287.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 287 and Easton Avenue. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Abbott Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 40.1 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 0.1 miles (Abbott Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Indiana Road): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (John F Kennedy Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
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.
On the drive from Somerset, NJ to Montville, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Mahwah along the way.
Mahwah
3.8 mi in
|
~9m
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 53m. Total distance: 40.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.6 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 Montville, 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 0.1 miles (Abbott Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Indiana Road): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (John F Kennedy Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Morristown National Historical Park, Paterson Great Falls 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 Montville, 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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