How far is Sussex, NJ from Somerset, NJ?
Fastest route
The distance between Sussex, New Jersey 07461 and Somerset, Franklin Township, NJ 08873 is approximately 61.3 miles (98.6 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 1 hour and 28 minutes. The suggested route is via US-206 S.
Directions
- Head southwest on Main St toward Newton Ave.
- Turn left to stay on Main St.
- Turn right onto Loomis Ave.
- Continue onto County Rd 565.
- Follow US-206 S and I-287 S to Easton Ave in Franklin Township. Exit from I-287 S.
- Turn left to stay on US-206 S.
- Continue onto US-206 S/Woodside Ave.
- Keep left at the fork, follow signs for I-80 E/US-206 S/Somerville/New York City and merge onto I-80 E/US-206 S.
- Take exit 27A-27B for US-206 S toward Somerville.
- Use any lane to turn slightly right onto US-202 S/US-206 S.
- Use the right lane to merge onto I-287 S via the ramp to I-78/Somerville/Princeton.
- Continue on Easton Ave. Take Appleman Rd to W Point Ave.
- Slight right toward Foxwood Dr.
- Turn right onto Foxwood Dr.
- Turn left onto Appleman Rd.
- Turn left onto W Point Ave.
- Arrive at Somerset, Franklin Township, NJ 08873.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Take County Rd 565 to US-206 S in Frankford for a scenic route.
- 🛣️ Keep left at the fork and follow signs for I-80 E/US-206 S/Somerville/New York City.
- ☕ You can find a Dunkin' along the way.
- 🚘 Merge onto I-287 S via the ramp to I-78/Somerville/Princeton.
- 🍽️ Boston Market is located on your right along Appleman Rd.
- 🏞️ Enjoy the beautiful surroundings during your drive.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sussex and Somerset.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sussex and Somerset.
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Start on Main Street
680 ft · 22 sec · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Loomis Avenue
2098 ft · 50 sec · Loomis Avenue
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Continue on Ross Corner-Sussex Road
8.2 mi · 12 min · Ross Corner-Sussex Road
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Continue on Hampton House Road
4.2 mi · 7 min · Hampton House Road
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Continue on Water Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Water Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Main Street
142 m · 10 sec · Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Main Street
931 ft · 32 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on Woodside Avenue
7.5 mi · 13 min · Woodside Avenue
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Continue on Route 206
2 mi · 3 min · Route 206
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Continue straight
1.2 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right
1.1 km · 56 sec
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Keep slight left
1 km · 52 sec
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Merge slight left onto Christopher Columbus Highway
1.2 mi · 1 min · Christopher Columbus Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward SH 183 North, US 206 South: Netcong, Somerville
1170 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 206 South: Somerville
1557 ft · 33 sec
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Continue straight
17.3 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 287 South: Somerville, Princeton
1561 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
1.3 mi · 1 min
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Keep slight left
10.2 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 527: Easton Avenue, South Bound Brook, New Brunswick
1238 ft · 30 sec
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Turn straight onto Easton Avenue
2.6 mi · 5 min · Easton Avenue
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Turn straight
83 m · 11 sec
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Turn right onto Foxwood Drive
2731 ft · 2 min · Foxwood Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Winston Drive
1387 ft · 1 min · Winston Drive
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Turn right onto Kingsbridge Road
124 m · 21 sec · Kingsbridge Road
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Turn left onto Indiana Road
127 m · 20 sec · Indiana Road
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Turn right onto Concord Drive
939 ft · 46 sec · Concord Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Abbott Road
22 m · 6 sec · Abbott Road
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Turn right onto West Point Avenue
717 ft · 32 sec · West Point Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Point Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sussex and Somerset.
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.
US 206 South
Continue straight
17.3 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Sussex and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Somerset.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sussex to Somerset?
The road trip is about 71.3 miles (114.8 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?
Mount Olive is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.6 miles from Sussex and 40.8 miles from Somerset.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.6 miles (79.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.7 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 3:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.30 one way or $20.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Sussex and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Somerset.
Stop Ideas Near Mount Olive
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 Mount Olive.
Metropark station
New Brunswick station
Newark Liberty International Airport
Pennsylvania Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sussex and Somerset. Straight-line distance: 49.6 mi (79.83 km).
#1 Sussex
Borough in Sussex County, New Jersey
| Population | 1,979 |
| Coordinates | 41.2098200, -74.6076600 |
| Altitude | 137 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: West Point Avenue (-74.488027, 40.497322)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 115 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $10.30 | $20.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $11.59 | $23.18 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $12.48 | $24.97 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $15.07 | $30.14 |
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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