Boston, Massachusetts to Newark, New Jersey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Newark, New Jersey?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Newark, New Jersey is 196.2 miles (315.8 km) as the crow flies. Newark, New Jersey is located SW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 223.5 miles, taking about 4h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and Newark, New Jersey 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 Newark, New Jersey. 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.