Newark, New Jersey to Salem, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Newark, New Jersey from Salem, Virginia?

The distance from Newark, New Jersey to Salem, Virginia is 395.2 miles (636 km) as the crow flies. Salem, Virginia is located SW of Newark, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 474.2 miles, taking about 9h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Newark, New Jersey in New Jersey and Salem, Virginia 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 Salem, Virginia. 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.