Jersey City to Providence: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jersey City from Providence?

The distance from Jersey City to Providence is 156.5 miles (251.9 km) as the crow flies. Providence is located ENE of Jersey City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 187.2 miles, taking about 4h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Jersey City in New Jersey and Providence in Rhode Island.

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 Providence. 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.