New York to Newark, New Jersey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is New York from Newark, New Jersey?

The distance from New York to Newark, New Jersey is 8.9 miles (14.3 km) as the crow flies. Newark, New Jersey is located W of New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 10.3 miles, taking about 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in United States — New York in New York and Newark, New Jersey in New Jersey.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 New York and Newark, New Jersey. 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.