Hillsborough to New Bedford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

208.7 miles 335.8 km · straight line
260.9 miles estimated 419.8 km · driving distance
5h 15min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
66° ENE bearing direction

How far is Hillsborough from New Bedford?

The distance from Hillsborough to New Bedford is 208.7 miles (335.8 km) as the crow flies. New Bedford is located ENE of Hillsborough. By car, the driving distance is approximately 260.9 miles, taking about 5h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Hillsborough in New Jersey and New Bedford in Massachusetts.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hillsborough and New Bedford. 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 Hillsborough to New Bedford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 15min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 18min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 59min $31–$91* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hillsborough & New Bedford

Quick Facts

Hillsborough
40.48°N, 74.63°W
America/New_York
26m elevation
New Bedford
41.64°N, 70.93°W
America/New_York
29m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 70 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 119.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients