Jersey City to Wilkes-Barre: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jersey City from Wilkes-Barre?

The distance from Jersey City to Wilkes-Barre is 102.6 miles (165.1 km) as the crow flies. Wilkes-Barre is located WNW of Jersey City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 128.3 miles, taking about 2h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Jersey City in New Jersey and Wilkes-Barre in Pennsylvania.

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. 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 Wilkes-Barre. 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.