Cape Cod to Princeton, New Jersey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

245.1 miles 394.4 km · straight line
306.3 miles estimated 493 km · driving distance
6h 10min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
250° WSW bearing direction

How far is Cape Cod from Princeton, New Jersey?

The distance from Cape Cod to Princeton, New Jersey is 245.1 miles (394.4 km) as the crow flies. Princeton, New Jersey is located WSW of Cape Cod. By car, the driving distance is approximately 306.3 miles, taking about 6h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Cape Cod in Massachusetts and Princeton, 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cape Cod and Princeton, 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 Cape Cod to Princeton, New Jersey

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 10min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 24min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 52min $37–$107* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cape Cod & Princeton, New Jersey

Quick Facts

Cape Cod
41.67°N, 70.30°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Princeton, New Jersey
40.35°N, 74.66°W
America/New_York
62m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 101.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients