Lakewood to New Bedford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

202.1 miles 325.2 km · straight line
252.6 miles estimated 406.5 km · driving distance
5h 5min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
57° ENE bearing direction

How far is Lakewood from New Bedford?

The distance from Lakewood to New Bedford is 202.1 miles (325.2 km) as the crow flies. New Bedford is located ENE of Lakewood. By car, the driving distance is approximately 252.6 miles, taking about 5h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Lakewood in New Jersey and New Bedford in Massachusetts.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lakewood and New Bedford. 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 New Bedford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 5min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 6min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 50min $30–$88* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lakewood & New Bedford

Quick Facts

Lakewood
40.10°N, 74.22°W
America/New_York
23m elevation
New Bedford
41.64°N, 70.93°W
America/New_York
29m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 67 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 123.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients