Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Somerville travel guide

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You're Going to Love Somerville

With a population of 12,098, Somerville is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Somerville has to offer.

Where to Eat in Somerville

If you’re looking for affordable options, Wolfgang's Steakhouse Grill by Wolfgang Zwiener (119 W. Main St) and Boulevard Seafood Company (49 West Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Somerville

Somerville in December
Estimated hotel price
$77
1 night at 3-star hotel
Somerville in December
Estimated hotel price
$77
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Somerville

Plane

Although Somerville doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Morristown (MMU), which is located 19 miles from Somerville. The shortest domestic flight to Somerville departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 31m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Somerville, followed by Acela. The train journey from Somerville to Trenton takes 0h 53m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $17 for a 2h 27m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Somerville is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 35 miles from Somerville. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Somerville, including Greyhound, Bus and OurBus. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Somerville takes 90 miles and will cost you around $33. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $25 for a journey of 145 miles.

Plane

Although Somerville doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Morristown (MMU), which is located 19 miles from Somerville. The shortest domestic flight to Somerville departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 31m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Somerville, followed by Acela. The train journey from Somerville to Trenton takes 0h 53m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $17 for a 2h 27m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Somerville is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 35 miles from Somerville. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Somerville, including Greyhound, Bus and OurBus. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Somerville takes 90 miles and will cost you around $33. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $25 for a journey of 145 miles.

Airports near Somerville

MMUMorristown
TTNTrenton-Mercer

Airlines serving Somerville

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,628 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,575 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,097 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,812 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,681 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,442 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,525 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,336 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,452 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,147 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Somerville

Most booked hotels in Somerville

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Hampton Inn & Suites Bridgewater
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 483 reviews)
$117+
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Hilton Garden Inn Bridgewater
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 351 reviews)
$137+
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Hyatt House Branchburg
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 624 reviews)
$108+
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Bridgewater Marriott
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 199 reviews)
$182+
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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Bridgewater Branchburg
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 144 reviews)
$110+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Hillsborough
2 stars
Good (6, 877 reviews)
$61+
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Renting a car in Somerville

Renting a car in Somerville costs $44 per day, on average, or $175 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Somerville (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. The most frequently booked car type in Somerville is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 17% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Somerville costs $44 per day, on average, or $175 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Somerville (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. The most frequently booked car type in Somerville is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 17% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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