Origin
Somerset, NJ
Morning in Somerset on Sunday
Local time
6:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Somerset, NJ to Seaside Park, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
53.3 mi
86 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
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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Seaside Park, NJ
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to trade the suburban landscape of Somerset for the coast, this 53.3-mile trip is a straightforward journey. You can expect about 1 hour and 22 minutes of drive time, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, the trip is quite economical for a quick getaway. The route relies heavily on state highways to bridge the gap between central New Jersey and the shore. Because the entire drive takes place within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent transition from inland residential areas toward the oceanfront. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that prioritizes efficiency over complexity.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 18 | 23.8 mi | 31m |
| NJ 34 | 12.1 mi | 15m |
| NJ 35 | 5.5 mi | 9m |
| West Central Avenue | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Ocean Avenue | 3.5 mi | 8m |
| Anna O Hankins Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Franklin Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| East Central Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 18
— 23.8 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somerset, NJ and Seaside Park, 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
24 mi
·
31 min
·
NJ 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19B
Toward NJ 34 South: Point Pleasant
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto NJ 34
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 34
11
Take the ramp onto NJ 34
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 34
12
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
219 ft
·
3 sec
·
NJ 34
13
Continue on NJ 34
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 34
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
228 ft
·
2 sec
·
NJ 34
15
Continue on NJ 34
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 34
16
Continue on NJ 35
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 35
17
Continue on NJ 35
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Main Avenue
18
Continue on NJ 35
3.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Ocean Avenue
19
Continue on NJ 35
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
West Central Avenue
20
Continue on NJ 35
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Anna O Hankins Boulevard
21
Continue on NJ 35
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Central Avenue
22
Turn straight onto NJ 35
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 35
23
Turn left onto E Street
240 ft
·
10 sec
·
E Street
24
Arrive at destination
E Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.6 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 26.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Abbott Road
Turn right onto Abbott Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Belmar Street
Turn right onto Belmar Street
Navigation decision point
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
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
NJ 18
Merge onto NJ 18
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
26.4 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward NJ 34 South: Point Pleasant
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 19B
Toward NJ 34 South: Point Pleasant
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.84 one way
$17.67 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.68 | $19.36 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.34 | $20.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.77 | $23.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.60 | $2.56 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.46 | $3.41 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Seaside Park, NJ
Morning in Seaside Park on Sunday
Local time
6:14 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
1h 22m 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 drive is defined by a highway-focused profile, with about 78% of your time spent on major roads like NJ 18, NJ 34, and NJ 35. You will find the most consistent movement during the 23.8-mile stretch on NJ 18, which serves as the longest uninterrupted segment of your journey. As you progress, the road shifts from regional state highways to the arterial routes that feed directly into Seaside Park. You should anticipate a steady pace rather than a technical or winding experience, as the infrastructure is designed to move traffic toward the coast reliably. Expect a functional transit experience that keeps you moving toward your destination with minimal diversions.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.8 mi on NJ 18.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 18 and NJ 34. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Abbott Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 22m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Abbott Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Belmar Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (CR 617 / Franklin Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
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 1h 22m. Total distance: 53.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.8 miles on NJ 18. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (Belmar Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (CR 617 / Franklin Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Seaside Park, 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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