Lakewood to Lancaster, Pennsylvania: Road Trip Guide & Distance

110.5 miles 177.8 km · straight line
138.1 miles estimated 222.3 km · driving distance
2h 47min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
269° W bearing direction

How far is Lakewood from Lancaster, Pennsylvania?

The distance from Lakewood to Lancaster, Pennsylvania is 110.5 miles (177.8 km) as the crow flies. Lancaster, Pennsylvania is located W of Lakewood. By car, the driving distance is approximately 138.1 miles, taking about 2h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Lakewood in New Jersey and Lancaster, Pennsylvania 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 Lakewood and Lancaster, Pennsylvania. 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.

How to Get from Lakewood to Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 47min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 20min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 39min $17–$48* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lakewood & Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Quick Facts

Lakewood
40.10°N, 74.22°W
America/New_York
23m elevation
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
40.04°N, 76.31°W
America/New_York
119m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 225.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients