Middletown, New Jersey to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

186.2 miles 299.7 km · straight line
207.5 miles actual route 334 km · driving distance
4h 33min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
237° WSW bearing direction

How far is Middletown, New Jersey from Washington DC?

The distance from Middletown, New Jersey to Washington DC is 186.2 miles (299.7 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located WSW of Middletown, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 207.5 miles, taking about 4h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — Middletown, New Jersey in New Jersey and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

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 Middletown, New Jersey and Washington DC. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Middletown, New Jersey to Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 33min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 28min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~4h 19min $25–$73* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Middletown, New Jersey & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Middletown, New Jersey
40.39°N, 74.12°W
America/New_York
36m elevation
Washington DC
38.91°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 62 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 133.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM