Jersey City to White Plains: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jersey City from White Plains?

The distance from Jersey City to White Plains is 26.3 miles (42.3 km) as the crow flies. White Plains is located NNE of Jersey City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 34.2 miles, taking about 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States — Jersey City in New Jersey and White Plains 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 White Plains. 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.