New Bedford to Newark, Delaware: Road Trip Guide & Distance

286.5 miles 461 km · straight line
358.1 miles estimated 576.3 km · driving distance
7h 12min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
244° WSW bearing direction

How far is New Bedford from Newark, Delaware?

The distance from New Bedford to Newark, Delaware is 286.5 miles (461 km) as the crow flies. Newark, Delaware is located WSW of New Bedford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 358.1 miles, taking about 7h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — New Bedford in Massachusetts and Newark, Delaware in Delaware.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for New Bedford and Newark, Delaware. 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 New Bedford to Newark, Delaware

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 12min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 38min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 50min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New Bedford & Newark, Delaware

Quick Facts

New Bedford
41.64°N, 70.93°W
America/New_York
29m elevation
Newark, Delaware
39.68°N, 75.75°W
America/New_York
38m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients