New York to Ocean City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

174 miles 280 km · straight line
232.3 miles actual route 373.9 km · driving distance
5h 1min estimated drive time
$22 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
200° SSW bearing direction

How far is New York from Ocean City?

The distance from New York to Ocean City is 174 miles (280 km) as the crow flies. Ocean City is located SSW of New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 232.3 miles, taking about 5h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — New York in New York and Ocean City in Maryland.

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 New York and Ocean City. 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 New York to Ocean City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 1min $22 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 1min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 46min $28–$81* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New York & Ocean City

Quick Facts

New York
40.71°N, 74.01°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Ocean City
38.34°N, 75.08°W
America/New_York
1m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 143.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM