Bridgeport to Newark, New Jersey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

59.8 miles 96.2 km · straight line
77.7 miles estimated 125.1 km · driving distance
1h 34min estimated drive time
$7 - $9 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
239° WSW bearing direction

How far is Bridgeport from Newark, New Jersey?

The distance from Bridgeport to Newark, New Jersey is 59.8 miles (96.2 km) as the crow flies. Newark, New Jersey is located WSW of Bridgeport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 77.7 miles, taking about 1h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United States — Bridgeport in Connecticut and Newark, New Jersey in New Jersey.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Bridgeport and Newark, New Jersey. 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.

How to Get from Bridgeport to Newark, New Jersey

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 34min $7 - $9 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 53min $6–$12* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Bridgeport & Newark, New Jersey

Quick Facts

Bridgeport
41.18°N, 73.19°W
America/New_York
1m elevation
Newark, New Jersey
40.74°N, 74.17°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 20 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 416.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients