Jamestown, New York to Princeton, New Jersey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

266.7 miles 429.2 km · straight line
333.4 miles estimated 536.5 km · driving distance
6h 42min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
115° ESE bearing direction

How far is Jamestown, New York from Princeton, New Jersey?

The distance from Jamestown, New York to Princeton, New Jersey is 266.7 miles (429.2 km) as the crow flies. Princeton, New Jersey is located ESE of Jamestown, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 333.4 miles, taking about 6h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Jamestown, New York in New York and Princeton, 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Jamestown, New York and Princeton, 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 Jamestown, New York to Princeton, New Jersey

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 42min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 2min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 22min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jamestown, New York & Princeton, New Jersey

Quick Facts

Jamestown, New York
42.10°N, 79.24°W
America/New_York
420m elevation
Princeton, New Jersey
40.35°N, 74.66°W
America/New_York
62m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients