Gaithersburg to Jackson, New Jersey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

132.2 miles 212.8 km · straight line
165.3 miles estimated 266 km · driving distance
3h 20min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
70° ENE bearing direction

How far is Gaithersburg from Jackson, New Jersey?

The distance from Gaithersburg to Jackson, New Jersey is 132.2 miles (212.8 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, New Jersey is located ENE of Gaithersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 165.3 miles, taking about 3h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Gaithersburg in Maryland and Jackson, 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 Gaithersburg and Jackson, 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 Gaithersburg to Jackson, New Jersey

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 20min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 0min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 10min $20–$58* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gaithersburg & Jackson, New Jersey

Quick Facts

Gaithersburg
39.14°N, 77.20°W
America/New_York
153m elevation
Jackson, New Jersey
39.78°N, 74.86°W
America/New_York
37m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 44 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 188.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients