Back Mountain to Jersey City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Back Mountain from Jersey City?

The distance from Back Mountain to Jersey City is 110.4 miles (177.7 km) as the crow flies. Jersey City is located ESE of Back Mountain. By car, the driving distance is approximately 138 miles, taking about 2h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Back Mountain in Pennsylvania 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. 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 Back Mountain 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.