Dover, New Hampshire to Jersey City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

236.4 miles 380.4 km · straight line
295.5 miles estimated 475.5 km · driving distance
5h 57min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
225° SW bearing direction

How far is Dover, New Hampshire from Jersey City?

The distance from Dover, New Hampshire to Jersey City is 236.4 miles (380.4 km) as the crow flies. Jersey City is located SW of Dover, New Hampshire. By car, the driving distance is approximately 295.5 miles, taking about 5h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Dover, New Hampshire in New Hampshire and Jersey City 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 Dover, New Hampshire 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.

How to Get from Dover, New Hampshire to Jersey City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 57min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 8min $24–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 39min $35–$103* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dover, New Hampshire & Jersey City

Quick Facts

Dover, New Hampshire
43.20°N, 70.87°W
America/New_York
19m elevation
Jersey City
40.72°N, 74.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 105.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients