Jersey City to Methuen: Road Trip Guide & Distance

202.2 miles 325.4 km · straight line
252.8 miles estimated 406.8 km · driving distance
5h 5min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
46° NE bearing direction

How far is Jersey City from Methuen?

The distance from Jersey City to Methuen is 202.2 miles (325.4 km) as the crow flies. Methuen is located NE of Jersey City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 252.8 miles, taking about 5h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Jersey City in New Jersey and Methuen 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 Jersey City and Methuen. 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 Jersey City to Methuen

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 5min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 6min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 50min $30–$88* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jersey City & Methuen

Quick Facts

Jersey City
40.72°N, 74.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
Methuen
42.73°N, 71.19°W
America/New_York
34m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 67 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 123.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients