Jersey City to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jersey City from Philadelphia?

The distance from Jersey City to Philadelphia is 79.3 miles (127.6 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located SW of Jersey City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 90.8 miles, taking about 1h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — Jersey City in New Jersey and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Philadelphia. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.