Allentown to Newark, New Jersey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Allentown from Newark, New Jersey?

The distance from Allentown to Newark, New Jersey is 69.6 miles (112 km) as the crow flies. Newark, New Jersey is located E of Allentown. By car, the driving distance is approximately 87 miles, taking about 1h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United States — Allentown in Pennsylvania and Newark, New Jersey in New Jersey.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Allentown and Newark, 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.