Boston, Massachusetts to Parsippany: Road Trip Guide & Distance

202.5 miles 325.9 km · straight line
234.5 miles actual route 377.4 km · driving distance
4h 57min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
240° WSW bearing direction

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Parsippany?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Parsippany is 202.5 miles (325.9 km) as the crow flies. Parsippany is located WSW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 234.5 miles, taking about 4h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and Parsippany 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 Parsippany. 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 Parsippany

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 57min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 56min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 42min $28–$82* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & Parsippany

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m elevation
Parsippany
40.86°N, 74.43°W
America/New_York
101m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 68 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 123 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM