Darien, Connecticut to Jersey City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Darien, Connecticut from Jersey City?

The distance from Darien, Connecticut to Jersey City is 39 miles (62.7 km) as the crow flies. Jersey City is located SW of Darien, Connecticut. By car, the driving distance is approximately 50.6 miles, taking about 1h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States — Darien, Connecticut in Connecticut and Jersey City 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 Darien, Connecticut and Jersey City. 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.