How far is Somerset, NJ from Ocean County, NJ?
The driving distance from Somerset, NJ to Ocean County, NJ is about 59.4 miles (95.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45.4 miles (73.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 42m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 21m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Mercer County, New Jersey, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Somerset and Ocean County.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somerset and Ocean County.
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Start on West Point Avenue
717 ft · 33 sec · West Point Avenue
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Turn right onto Abbott Road
966 ft · 44 sec · Abbott Road
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Turn right onto Belmar Street
2231 ft · 2 min · Belmar Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Franklin Boulevard
1.3 km · 2 min · Franklin Boulevard
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Continue on Landing Lane
1469 ft · 25 sec · Landing Lane
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Turn right onto George Street
2485 ft · 42 sec · George Street
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Take the ramp straight toward NJ 18 South
1657 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
23.8 mi · 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NJ 34 South: Point Pleasant
1568 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight
3.1 mi · 5 min
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Take the ramp straight
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
67 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
3.9 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward GSP Toll South
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
21.9 mi · 26 min · Garden State Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward Forked River
1814 ft · 60 sec
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Keep slight left
31 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto Lacey Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Lacey Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lacey Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Somerset and Ocean County.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
NJ 18 South
Merge slight left
23.8 mi · 00h 31m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Somerset and Mostly Sunny near Ocean County.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Somerset to Ocean County?
The road trip is about 59.4 miles (95.6 km) and usually takes 01h 21m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hamilton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.7 miles from Somerset and 29.7 miles from Ocean County.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45.4 miles (73.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 14 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.01 one way or $18.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Somerset and Mostly Sunny near Ocean County.
Stop Ideas Near Hamilton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hamilton.
New Brunswick station
Metropark station
Princeton Junction station
Newark Liberty International Airport
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Somerset and Ocean County. Straight-line distance: 45.42 mi (73.09 km).
#1 Somerset
This large community in Somerset County, New Jersey, is situated at an elevation of 92 feet.
| Population | 965,424 |
| Coordinates | 40.4976000, -74.4884900 |
| Altitude | 28 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ocean County
County in New Jersey, United States
| Population | 614,237 |
| Coordinates | 39.8660000, -74.2500300 |
| Altitude | 25 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ocean County (-74.25003, 39.866)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 96 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.31 | $9.01 | $18.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.88 | $10.20 | $20.41 |
| Premium | $5.18 | $10.82 | $21.63 |
| Diesel | $6.32 | $13.22 | $26.43 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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