Somerset travel guide

Somerset Tourism | Somerset Guide

You're Going to Love Somerset

With a population of 22,083, Somerset is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Somerset deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Somerset

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sophie's Bistro (700 Hamilton Street) and Luca's Ristorante of Somerset (2019 State Highway 27) are great picks.

When to visit Somerset

Somerset in February
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel
Somerset in February
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Somerset

Plane

Although Somerset doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Morristown (MMU), which is located 21 miles from Somerset. The shortest domestic flight to Somerset departs from Charlotte and takes around 1h 46m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Somerset. The train journey from Somerset to Philadelphia takes 0h 59m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Somerset is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 32 miles from Somerset. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Ace, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Somerset, including Megabus, Bus and Greyhound. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Somerset takes 115 miles and will cost you around $10. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 200 miles.

Plane

Although Somerset doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Morristown (MMU), which is located 21 miles from Somerset. The shortest domestic flight to Somerset departs from Charlotte and takes around 1h 46m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Somerset. The train journey from Somerset to Philadelphia takes 0h 59m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Somerset is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 32 miles from Somerset. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Ace, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Somerset, including Megabus, Bus and Greyhound. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Somerset takes 115 miles and will cost you around $10. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 200 miles.

Airports near Somerset

Airlines serving Somerset

Lufthansa
Good (4,688 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (951 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,573 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,608 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,113 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,953 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,925 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (864 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,175 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (815 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,711 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Somerset

Most booked hotels in Somerset

Embassy Suites by Hilton Piscataway Somerset
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 676 reviews)
$140+
Delta Hotels by Marriott Somerset
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 148 reviews)
$171+
Crowne Plaza Edison
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 508 reviews)
$135+
Courtyard by Marriott Somerset
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 431 reviews)
$132+
Hyatt Regency New Brunswick
3 stars
Good (7.7, 485 reviews)
$162+
Doubletree by Hilton Somerset Hotel and Conference Center
4 stars
Good (7.7, 426 reviews)
$132+

Renting a car in Somerset

Renting a car in Somerset costs $74 per day, on average, or $148 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Somerset (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Somerset is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Somerset costs $74 per day, on average, or $148 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Somerset (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Somerset is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.