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

258.9 miles 416.7 km · straight line
323.7 miles estimated 520.9 km · driving distance
6h 31min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
193° SSW bearing direction

How far is Albany, New York from Wildwood, New Jersey?

The distance from Albany, New York to Wildwood, New Jersey is 258.9 miles (416.7 km) as the crow flies. Wildwood, New Jersey is located SSW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 323.7 miles, taking about 6h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Wildwood, New Jersey 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, New York and Wildwood, New Jersey. 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.

How to Get from Albany, New York to Wildwood, New Jersey

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 31min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 49min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 11min $39–$113* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, New York & Wildwood, New Jersey

Quick Facts

Albany, New York
42.65°N, 73.76°W
America/New_York
45m elevation
Wildwood, New Jersey
38.99°N, 74.81°W
America/New_York
2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients