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

173.9 miles 279.8 km · straight line
217.4 miles estimated 349.8 km · driving distance
4h 22min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
210° SSW bearing direction

How far is Bridgeport from Wildwood, New Jersey?

The distance from Bridgeport to Wildwood, New Jersey is 173.9 miles (279.8 km) as the crow flies. Wildwood, New Jersey is located SSW of Bridgeport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 217.4 miles, taking about 4h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Bridgeport in Connecticut and Wildwood, 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 Bridgeport and Wildwood, 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 Wildwood, New Jersey

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 22min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 14min $17–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 9min $26–$76* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bridgeport & Wildwood, New Jersey

Quick Facts

Bridgeport
41.18°N, 73.19°W
America/New_York
1m elevation
Wildwood, New Jersey
38.99°N, 74.81°W
America/New_York
2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 143.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients