Boston, Massachusetts to New Brunswick: Road Trip Guide & Distance

218.3 miles 351.3 km · straight line
246.9 miles actual route 397.3 km · driving distance
5h 20min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
235° SW bearing direction

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from New Brunswick?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to New Brunswick is 218.3 miles (351.3 km) as the crow flies. New Brunswick is located SW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 246.9 miles, taking about 5h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and New Brunswick 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. 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 Boston, Massachusetts and New Brunswick. 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.

How to Get from Boston, Massachusetts to New Brunswick

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 20min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 24min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~5h 4min $30–$86* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & New Brunswick

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m elevation
New Brunswick
40.49°N, 74.45°W
America/New_York
26m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 114.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM