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

How far is Newark, New Jersey from Pittsburgh?

The distance from Newark, New Jersey to Pittsburgh is 306.2 miles (492.8 km) as the crow flies. Pittsburgh is located W of Newark, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 382.8 miles, taking about 7h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Newark, New Jersey in New Jersey and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.

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 Pittsburgh. 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.