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 Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Somerset.

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 Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Somerset, including Megabus, Bus and FlixBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Somerset takes 105 miles and will cost you around $5. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 270 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 Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Somerset.

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 Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Somerset, including Megabus, Bus and FlixBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Somerset takes 105 miles and will cost you around $5. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 270 miles.

Airports near Somerset

Airlines serving Somerset

Lufthansa
Good (4,665 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 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, 678 reviews)
$142+
Delta Hotels by Marriott Somerset
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 149 reviews)
$171+
Courtyard by Marriott Somerset
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 431 reviews)
$130+
Crowne Plaza Edison
3 stars
Excellent (8, 509 reviews)
$136+
Hyatt Regency New Brunswick
3 stars
Good (7.7, 493 reviews)
$166+
Doubletree by Hilton Somerset Hotel and Conference Center
4 stars
Good (7.7, 425 reviews)
$133+

Renting a car in Somerset

Renting a car in Somerset costs $67 per day, on average, or $134 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. 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 Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Somerset costs $67 per day, on average, or $134 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. 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 Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.