How far is Somerset, NJ from Sea Isle City, NJ?
The driving distance from Somerset, NJ to Sea Isle City, NJ is about 118.2 miles (190.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.5 miles (150.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 58m 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.
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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 02h 29m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census designated place in Lacey Township, Ocean County, New Jersey, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Somerset and Sea Isle City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somerset and Sea Isle City.
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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
79.6 mi · 1 hr 33 min · Garden State Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward Sea Isle City, Dennis Township
1212 ft · 30 sec · GSP SB Exit 17
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Keep slight right
93 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight onto Sea Isle Boulevard
2.1 mi · 3 min · Sea Isle Boulevard
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Continue on John F. Kennedy Boulevard
1826 ft · 34 sec · John F. Kennedy Boulevard
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Turn right onto Landis Avenue
869 ft · 19 sec · Landis Avenue
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Turn right onto 44th Street
2 m · 1 sec · 44th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 44th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Somerset and Sea Isle City.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Garden State Parkway
Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
79.6 mi · 01h 33m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Somerset and Rain Showers Likely near Sea Isle City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Somerset to Sea Isle City?
The road trip is about 118.2 miles (190.3 km) and usually takes 02h 29m 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?
Forked River is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.2 miles from Somerset and 59.1 miles from Sea Isle City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.5 miles (150.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.7 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 1:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.04 one way or $34.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Somerset and Rain Showers Likely near Sea Isle City.
Stop Ideas Near Forked River
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 Forked River.
Egg Harbor City, New Jersey
Absecon
Hammonton, New Jersey
Atlantic City Rail Terminal
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Somerset and Sea Isle City. Straight-line distance: 93.5 mi (150.48 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 Sea Isle City
City in Cape May County, New Jersey, United States
| Population | 2,029 |
| Coordinates | 39.1534500, -74.6929400 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sea Isle City (-74.69294, 39.15345)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 190 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
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 | $4.09 | $17.04 | $34.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $19.18 | $38.36 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $20.66 | $41.32 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $24.94 | $49.87 |
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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