Dover, Delaware to Newark, New Jersey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dover, Delaware from Newark, New Jersey?

The distance from Dover, Delaware to Newark, New Jersey is 130.4 miles (209.9 km) as the crow flies. Newark, New Jersey is located NNE of Dover, Delaware. By car, the driving distance is approximately 163 miles, taking about 3h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Dover, Delaware in Delaware and Newark, 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Dover, Delaware 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.