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

240.1 miles 386.4 km · straight line
300.1 miles estimated 483 km · driving distance
6h 2min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
226° SW bearing direction

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

The distance from Dover, New Hampshire to Newark, New Jersey is 240.1 miles (386.4 km) as the crow flies. Newark, New Jersey is located SW of Dover, New Hampshire. By car, the driving distance is approximately 300.1 miles, taking about 6h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Dover, New Hampshire in New Hampshire 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. 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 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.

How to Get from Dover, New Hampshire to Newark, New Jersey

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 2min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 14min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 44min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dover, New Hampshire & Newark, New Jersey

Quick Facts

Dover, New Hampshire
43.20°N, 70.87°W
America/New_York
19m elevation
Newark, New Jersey
40.74°N, 74.17°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 80 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 103.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients