Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Newark, New Jersey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

122.2 miles 196.6 km · straight line
152.7 miles estimated 245.8 km · driving distance
3h 4min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
66° ENE bearing direction

How far is Lancaster, Pennsylvania from Newark, New Jersey?

The distance from Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Newark, New Jersey is 122.2 miles (196.6 km) as the crow flies. Newark, New Jersey is located ENE of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. By car, the driving distance is approximately 152.7 miles, taking about 3h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Lancaster, Pennsylvania in Pennsylvania and Newark, New Jersey in New Jersey.

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 Lancaster, Pennsylvania and Newark, New Jersey. 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 Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Newark, New Jersey

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 4min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 41min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 55min $18–$53* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lancaster, Pennsylvania & Newark, New Jersey

Quick Facts

Lancaster, Pennsylvania
40.04°N, 76.31°W
America/New_York
119m elevation
Newark, New Jersey
40.74°N, 74.17°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 203.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients