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

22.8 miles 36.7 km · straight line
29.6 miles estimated 47.7 km · driving distance
36min estimated drive time
$3 - $4 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
117° ESE bearing direction

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

The distance from Dover, New Jersey to Newark, New Jersey is 22.8 miles (36.7 km) as the crow flies. Newark, New Jersey is located ESE of Dover, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 29.6 miles, taking about 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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, New Jersey 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 Jersey to Newark, New Jersey

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 36min $3 - $4 Flexible stops

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

Quick Facts

Dover, New Jersey
40.88°N, 74.56°W
America/New_York
176m 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 8 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients