Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Ridgewood: Road Trip Guide & Distance

132.1 miles 212.6 km · straight line
165.2 miles estimated 265.8 km · driving distance
3h 19min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
60° ENE bearing direction

How far is Lancaster, Pennsylvania from Ridgewood?

The distance from Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Ridgewood is 132.1 miles (212.6 km) as the crow flies. Ridgewood is located ENE of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. By car, the driving distance is approximately 165.2 miles, taking about 3h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Lancaster, Pennsylvania in Pennsylvania and Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood. 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 Ridgewood

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 19min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 59min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 9min $20–$58* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lancaster, Pennsylvania & Ridgewood

Quick Facts

Lancaster, Pennsylvania
40.04°N, 76.31°W
America/New_York
119m elevation
Ridgewood
40.98°N, 74.12°W
America/New_York
35m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 44 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 188.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients