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

282.9 miles 455.3 km · straight line
353.6 miles estimated 569.1 km · driving distance
7h 7min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
236° SW bearing direction

How far is Jackson, New Jersey from Lynchburg?

The distance from Jackson, New Jersey to Lynchburg is 282.9 miles (455.3 km) as the crow flies. Lynchburg is located SW of Jackson, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 353.6 miles, taking about 7h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Jackson, New Jersey in New Jersey and Lynchburg in Virginia.

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 Jackson, New Jersey and Lynchburg. 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 Jackson, New Jersey to Lynchburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 7min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 32min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 46min $42–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jackson, New Jersey & Lynchburg

Quick Facts

Jackson, New Jersey
39.78°N, 74.86°W
America/New_York
37m elevation
Lynchburg
37.41°N, 79.14°W
America/New_York
192m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients