Cape Cod to Edison: Road Trip Guide & Distance

228.5 miles 367.8 km · straight line
285.7 miles estimated 459.8 km · driving distance
5h 45min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
251° WSW bearing direction

How far is Cape Cod from Edison?

The distance from Cape Cod to Edison is 228.5 miles (367.8 km) as the crow flies. Edison is located WSW of Cape Cod. By car, the driving distance is approximately 285.7 miles, taking about 5h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Cape Cod in Massachusetts and Edison 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cape Cod and Edison. 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 Cape Cod to Edison

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 45min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 54min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 28min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cape Cod & Edison

Quick Facts

Cape Cod
41.67°N, 70.30°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Edison
40.52°N, 74.41°W
America/New_York
27m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 109 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients