Jersey City to New Bedford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jersey City from New Bedford?

The distance from Jersey City to New Bedford is 174 miles (280 km) as the crow flies. New Bedford is located ENE of Jersey City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 217.5 miles, taking about 4h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Jersey City in New Jersey and New Bedford 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. 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 New Bedford. 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.