Princeton, New Jersey to Williamsport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

137.1 miles 220.7 km · straight line
171.4 miles estimated 275.9 km · driving distance
3h 27min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
297° WNW bearing direction

How far is Princeton, New Jersey from Williamsport?

The distance from Princeton, New Jersey to Williamsport is 137.1 miles (220.7 km) as the crow flies. Williamsport is located WNW of Princeton, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 171.4 miles, taking about 3h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Princeton, New Jersey in New Jersey and Williamsport in Pennsylvania.

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 Princeton, New Jersey and Williamsport. 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.

How to Get from Princeton, New Jersey to Williamsport

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 27min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 8min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 17min $21–$60* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Princeton, New Jersey & Williamsport

Quick Facts

Princeton, New Jersey
40.35°N, 74.66°W
America/New_York
62m elevation
Williamsport
41.24°N, 77.00°W
America/New_York
158m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 181.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients