Atlantic City to Ocean City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Atlantic City from Ocean City?

The distance from Atlantic City to Ocean City is 79.5 miles (127.9 km) as the crow flies. Ocean City is located SSW of Atlantic City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 99.4 miles, taking about 2h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — Atlantic City in New Jersey and Ocean City in Maryland.

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. 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. 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 Atlantic City and Ocean 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.