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

How far is Newark, New Jersey from Petersburg?

The distance from Newark, New Jersey to Petersburg is 298 miles (479.6 km) as the crow flies. Petersburg is located SW of Newark, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 372.5 miles, taking about 7h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Newark, New Jersey in New Jersey and Petersburg in Virginia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Newark, New Jersey and Petersburg. 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.