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

223.3 miles 359.3 km · straight line
279.1 miles estimated 449.1 km · driving distance
5h 37min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
219° SW bearing direction

How far is Jackson, New Jersey from Petersburg?

The distance from Jackson, New Jersey to Petersburg is 223.3 miles (359.3 km) as the crow flies. Petersburg is located SW of Jackson, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279.1 miles, taking about 5h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Jackson, New Jersey in New Jersey and Petersburg 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 Petersburg. 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 Petersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 37min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 44min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 20min $33–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jackson, New Jersey & Petersburg

Quick Facts

Jackson, New Jersey
39.78°N, 74.86°W
America/New_York
37m elevation
Petersburg
37.23°N, 77.40°W
America/New_York
22m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients