Jersey City to Mount Vernon, New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

17.2 miles 27.7 km · straight line
22.4 miles estimated 36 km · driving distance
27min estimated drive time
$2 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
39° NE bearing direction

How far is Jersey City from Mount Vernon, New York?

The distance from Jersey City to Mount Vernon, New York is 17.2 miles (27.7 km) as the crow flies. Mount Vernon, New York is located NE of Jersey City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 22.4 miles, taking about 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States — Jersey City in New Jersey and Mount Vernon, New York in New York.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Jersey City and Mount Vernon, New York. 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 Mount Vernon, New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 27min $2 - $3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Jersey City & Mount Vernon, New York

Quick Facts

Jersey City
40.72°N, 74.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
Mount Vernon, New York
40.91°N, 73.84°W
America/New_York
33m elevation
Explore more routes from Mount Vernon, New York

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 6 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients