Albany, New York to Jersey City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albany, New York from Jersey City?

The distance from Albany, New York to Jersey City is 134.5 miles (216.5 km) as the crow flies. Jersey City is located S of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 168.1 miles, taking about 3h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Jersey City in New Jersey.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, New York and Jersey City. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.