Jersey City to Meads: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jersey City from Meads?

The distance from Jersey City to Meads is 488 miles (785.4 km) as the crow flies. Meads is located WSW of Jersey City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 585.6 miles, taking about 11h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Jersey City in New Jersey and Meads in Kentucky.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Jersey City and Meads. 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.