Origin
Somerset, NJ
Late night in Somerset on Sunday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Somerset, NJ to Quinton, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 5m
Distance
102.2 mi
165 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
★
6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 10m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 0m
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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Quinton, NJ
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Somerset to Quinton covers a 102.2-mile stretch of New Jersey, making it a very manageable day trip that typically takes about 2 hours and 5 minutes. You will spend the vast majority of your journey on major arteries, including the New Jersey Turnpike, NJ 18, and North Broadway. With a fuel budget of approximately $17, this drive is an efficient way to transition between these two points in the Northeast region. Because the duration is relatively short, you can easily complete the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, the route offers a straightforward path that avoids unnecessary complexity.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.1 miles from Somerset, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 82.2 mi | 1h 34m |
| North Broadway | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| NJ 18 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| South Broadway | 2.6 mi | 2m |
| Quinton Road | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| West Broadway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| Franklin Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| George Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 82.2 mi, about 1h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somerset, NJ and Quinton, NJ.
1
Start on West Point Avenue
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
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West Point Avenue
2
Turn right onto Abbott Road
0.2 mi
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44 sec
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Abbott Road
3
Turn right onto Belmar Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Belmar Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto CR 617
0.8 mi
·
2 min
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Franklin Boulevard
5
Continue on Landing Lane
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
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Landing Lane
6
Turn right onto (672)
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
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George Street
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward NJ 18 South
8
Merge onto NJ 18
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 18
Use the right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJTP Toll, I 95 Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
Use the right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
225 ft
·
5 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
31 mi
·
36 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP
49 mi
·
56 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
15
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
this road
16
Merge onto NJTP
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
17
Merge onto I 295; US 40
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
I 295; US 40
18
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 1
Toward NJ 49 East: Pennsville, Salem
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on US 130
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
North Broadway
20
Continue on NJ 49
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
Broadway Road
21
Continue on NJ 49
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South Broadway
22
Continue on NJ 49
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Front Street
23
Turn left onto NJ 49
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway
24
Continue on NJ 49
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Quinton Road
25
Continue on NJ 49
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
Quinton-Marlboro Road
26
Arrive at destination
NJ 49
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 2-hour drive, your main priority should be timing your departure to avoid peak traffic on the New Jersey Turnpike. You have the luxury of flexibility, so consider leaving mid-morning or mid-afternoon to enjoy a smoother ride. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you should plan to fuel up before merging onto the highway to maintain your budget of $17. Keep in mind that the transition from the turnpike to the local roads of Quinton will require a sudden drop in speed, so stay alert as you exit the highway. This route is best treated as a single, continuous haul to make the most of your time on the road.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 51.1 miles from Somerset, NJ, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 22 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.1 miles or 1h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Quinton, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Somerset, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Somerset, NJ
This is one driving day of about 102.2 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Somerset, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New Jersey Turnpike for about 82.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.1 miles from Somerset, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New Jersey Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.2 miles.
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 165 decision points cluster between mile 5.7 and 89.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
5.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward NJTP Toll, I 95 Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward NJTP Toll, I 95 Toll: New Jersey Turnpik...
8
6.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
6
6.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
37.9 mi into trip
|
~49m in
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NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
9
89.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward NJ 49 East: Pennsville, Salem
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 1
Toward NJ 49 East: Pennsville, Salem
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.94 one way
$33.89 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $18.56 | $37.11 |
| premium | $4.93 | $19.82 | $39.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.56 | $45.13 |
Estimated Tolls: $11.51
New Jersey Turnpike
(82.2 mi)
$11.51
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.73 | $4.91 |
| Efficient EV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.94 | $4.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.9 | 0 | $14.31 | $6.54 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Quinton, NJ
Late night in Quinton on Sunday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Bristol, PA
51 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
13 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
2h 5m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Morristown National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...
19 mi from route
~47 min detour
Free
Park Closure: Partial Reopening: Cross Estate Gardens
Caution: Passaic River Trail Bridge washed out
Thomas Edison National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...
23 mi from route
~57 min detour
$10
near mile 3.5
View on nps.gov
Gateway National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...
27 mi from route
~67 min detour
Free
near mile 7.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 84% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You can expect a consistent pace, as your longest uninterrupted stretch consists of 82.2 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike. While the initial leg involves navigating local roads like NJ 18 and North Broadway, the experience quickly shifts into a steady interstate commute. You will find that the personality of the road is functional and direct rather than winding or technical. Prepare for a predictable, high-speed environment that allows you to cover the distance efficiently once you merge onto the turnpike.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 82.2 mi on New Jersey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and North Broadway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 102.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Between Somerset, NJ and Quinton, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll, Njtp South: Trenton, Njtp South: Camden, Wilmington and Salem.
Njtp Toll
5.7 mi in
|
~11m
Njtp South: Trenton
6.1 mi in
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~12m
Njtp South: Camden
37.9 mi in
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~49m
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via NJTP
Wilmington
37.9 mi in
|
~49m
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via NJTP
Salem
89.5 mi in
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~1h 49m
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 2h 5m. Total distance: 102.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 82.2 miles on New Jersey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $11.51 in tolls one way, starting with New Jersey Turnpike. 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 Quinton, NJ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Morristown National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area. 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 Quinton, 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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