Baltimore to Jersey City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Baltimore from Jersey City?

The distance from Baltimore to Jersey City is 168 miles (270.3 km) as the crow flies. Jersey City is located NE of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 184.3 miles, taking about 3h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland 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 Baltimore and Jersey City. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.